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Wideband Video/Sync Switcher

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Contents

Chapter 1 - Introduction to the Matrix Wideband Video Switchers

What is a Matrix Wideband Video Switcher? .....................................................................................1-1

Features......................................................................................................................................1-1

Feature Descriptions ...................................................................................................................1-2

Matrix 3200/6400 System Overview ..................................................................................................1-3

Matrix 6400 Wideband Video Switcher Description and Options .......................................................1-5

Matrix 6400 Sync Description and Options........................................................................................1-6

Matrix 3200 Wideband Video Switcher Description and Options .......................................................1-7

Matrix 3200 Sync Description and Options........................................................................................1-8

Specifications ....................................................................................................................................1-8

Chapter 2 - Installing the Matrix 3200/6400 Wideband Video Switchers

Matrix 3200/6400 System Installation................................................................................................2-1

Installing BME(s) .........................................................................................................................2-1

Setting BME Addresses ..............................................................................................................2-2

Connecting the BME COMM Interconnecting Cable(s) ...............................................................2-2

Connecting the RS-232/RS-422 Cable to BME #0......................................................................2-2

Connecting the AC Power Cable(s) to the BME(s)......................................................................2-2

Applying AC Power to the BME(s)...............................................................................................2-2

BME Po wer-Up Verification .........................................................................................................2-3

Installing the Matrix 3200/6400 Virtualization/Control Software...................................................2-3

Virtualizing the Matrix 3200/6400 System ...................................................................................2-4

System Video, Sync and Audio Cabling ......................................................................................2-4

Using the Sync Termination Switches ...................................................................................2-4

Chapter 3 - Using the Matrix 3200/6400 System Virtualization/Control Software

Tutorial - Using the Matrix 3200/6400 System Virtualization/Control Software ..................................3-1

Chapter 4 - RS-232 / RS-422 Programmer's Guide

Serial Communications Port ..............................................................................................................4-1

Host to Switcher Communications.....................................................................................................4-2

Command/Response Table................................................................................................................4-2

Symbol definitions .......................................................................................................................4-3

Simple Instruction Set Commands ..................................................................................... 4-3 - 4-5

Advanced Instruction Set and Simple Instruction Set Commands ..............................................4-6

Error Codes with Descriptions.....................................................................................................4-7

Switcher Generated Unsolicited Responses ...............................................................................4-7

Chapter 5 - Upgrades and Troubleshooting

Upgrade and Troubleshooting Procedures.........................................................................................5-1

Adding a Front Panel Controller to an existing system ................................................................5-1

BME Internal Access...................................................................................................................5-2

Installing a Software Update..............................................................................................................5-3

Swapping RS-232 / RS-422 Ports .....................................................................................................5-4

Troubleshooting a Matrix 3200/6400 System Problem.......................................................................5-5

Matrix 6400 Wideband Video Switcher Upgrade - Adding Video Circuit-Cards..................................5-7

Matrix 3200 Wideband Video Switcher Upgrade - Adding Video Circuit-Cards..................................5-9

Adding BME(s) to a Matrix 3200/6400 System ................................................................................5-11

Software Procedure - Before and After a Hardware Upgrade..........................................................5-12

Appendix A - Reference Information

Matrix 3200/6400 Series Part Numbers............................................................................................ A-1

Binary/Hex/Decimal Conversion Table .............................................................................................. A-4

Glossary of Terms............................................................................................................................. A-5

Matrix Wideband Video Switcher Work-sheets ............................................................................... A-10

Safety Guide................................................................................................................Inside front cover

Warranty..................................................................................................................... Inside back cover

Written and Printed in the USA

Matrix 3200 & 6400 Wideband Video/Sync Switchers

User's Manual

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Matrix 3200 & 6400 Wideband Video/Sync Switchers

Chapter One

Introduction to the Matrix

3200 & 6400 Wideband

Video/Sync Switchers

What is a Matrix Wideband Video Switcher?

Specifications

Features

Chapter 1 • Introduction to the Matrix 3200 & 6400 Wideband Video/Sync Switchers

MATRIX 6400

WIDEBAND

POWER SUPPLIES COMMUNICATIONS

PRIMARY

RGB MUTE

AUDIO MUTE

RS232 BME

MKP

SYSTEM STATUS

REDUNDANT RX

DIAGNOSTICS

FPC-1000

What is a Matrix Wideband Video Switcher?

The Wideband Video Switcher is a 230 MHz bandwidth high resolution matrix switcher. It is available in a rack-mountable 5U (Matrix 3200) or 7U high (Matrix

6400) metal enclosure with internal universal switching power supply. A single Matrix 6400 will support up to 21x21 RGB matrix switching. Up to three Matrix 6400 switchers can be linked together to provide 64x64 RGB matrix switching capability.

Systems consisting of only Wideband Video Switchers will not be capable of switching RGBS or RGBHV video, a separate Sync switcher will be required for those formats. Sync switchers are available in rack-mountable 5U and 7U metal enclosures with internal universal switching power supplies. Matrix switching of Vertical, Horizontal or Composite sync signals are supported by the 5U (up to 32x32) and 7U (up to 64x64) Sync switchers. Sync switcher(s) are linked with the Wideband switcher system so that video and sync switching occur simultaneously,

In most installations an RS-232 program will be used to control the Wideband Video Switcher system. Control can be from a PC using Extron’s Windows® control software, a touch screen or any other user-supplied controlling device, such as AMX, Crestron, etc., that is capable of generating the proper commands. An optional Front Panel Controller enables the user to perform most configuration operations at the switcher. See Page 1-3 for a description of RS232 Virtual Control and how the Wideband Video Switcher fits into a Matrix 3200/6400 Wideband Video/Sync system.

Features

• Supports RGBHV, RGBS and RGsB video formats

• Virtual input and output assignments

• Independent matrix switching outputs

• 32 Global Preset configurations stored in nonvolatile memory

• 10 Room Configurations with 10 Presets per room

• 75 ohms video input/output impedance, BNC connectors

• 230 MHz (–3dB) (minimum) Video Bandwidth

• RS-232/RS-422 (serial port) control

• Rack mountable metal enclosure with internal Universal Power Supply

• Optional redundant power supply

• Optional FPC 1000 Front Panel Controller

• Optional MKP 1000 and MCP 1000 remote keypads control switching in

remote rooms

Figure 1-1.A Matrix 6400 Wideband Video Switcher w/optional FPC 1000

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Feature Descriptions

Video Formats supported:

RGBHV – RGB video with separate horizontal and vertical sync RGBS – RGB video with composite sync

RGsB – RGB video with sync on green Virtual Control – Logical assignment of physical Input/Output connector. Microprocessor Control – A Microprocessor enables the Matrix Wideband

Video switcher to be programmed from a host system, or from the optional Front Panel Controller (FPC 1000).

Memory – Nonvolatile memory contents remain valid after power is removed normally or due to a power failure.

Global Preset configurations (32 +1 ) – Thirty-two Global Preset configurations plus the current I/O configuration are stored in nonvolatile memory. As new configurations are developed, they may be stored as Global Presets (up to a total of thirty-two) in the Preset memory. Any preset may later be recalled – instantly setting the switcher to the desired configuration.

Room configurations – 10 Room configurations with 10 Presets for each Room enables 10 different remote locations to control switching for that particular location using an optional MKP 1000 Remote Keypad. Room Configurations may be significantly different from room to room and would probably only include a select number of Inputs and Outputs per room.

RS-232/RS-422 – The Matrix Wideband Video Switchers can be controlled by any remote Host system with serial communications capability.

Rack Mountable metal enclosures – Matrix Wideband Video Switchers are housed in rack mountable-metal enclosures (64 x 64 = 7U high, 32 x 32 = 5U high). An internal switch mode power supply is standard for all models.

Field Upgradable Modular Design – The modular design of the Matrix 3200/6400 allows users the flexibility to purchase only the modules required.

Optional Redundant Power Supply – If the main power supply fails, the Redundant Power Supply will take over automatically.

Optional FPC 1000 Front Panel Controller – The FPC 1000 mounts in place of the blank access panel in the master module (BME #0) and enables the user to perform most configuration operations at the switcher. See FPC 1000 User’s Manual (Extron Part #68-355-02).

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BME

ADDRESS

ANAHEIM, CA MADE IN USA

A B C D E A B C D E

OUT

AC POWER INPUT

FUSE: 250V 0.8A TT

75 OHM

510 OHM

MKP COMM.BME COMM.

100-240V 0.5A MAX 50/60Hz

INPUTS 1 - 16

18916

INPUTS

OUTPUTS

INPUTS

Figure 1-1.A Matrix 6400 Wideband Video Switcher (Rear Panel View)

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Matrix 3200 & 6400 Wideband Video/Sync System Overview

A Matrix 3200/6400 system may consist of 1 - 6 BMEs (Basic Module Enclosures). The user’s current and future video and audio switching requirements will determine the size and configuration of the system. For example, a 21 input by 21 output by 3 video signal (21x21x3) Matrix Wideband Video Switcher system for video format RGB w/Sync on Green and no audio would require one 6400 Wideband Video Switcher (a single BME). However, a 64x64x5 matrix switcher capable of switching video format RGBHV plus audio would require three 6400 Wideband Video Switchers (3-BMEs), two 6400 Sync Switchers (2-BMEs) plus an Audio module (1-BME).

The BME set to address #0 is referred to as BME #0 and is designated as the Main Controller. The remaining BMEs (each with a unique BME address 1 - 5) are controlled as one by interconnecting communication links. System options include the FPC 1000 Front Panel Controller (1 per system to BME #0 only) and MKP 1000 Remote Key Pads (up to 64 per system).

Virtual input and output assignment is a powerful feature of the Matrix 3200/ 6400 Series. One or more physical input connectors may be assigned as any Virtual Input number, the same is true of the output connectors. Virtual input and output assignments are done through BME #0’s RS-232/RS-422 port with a PC using Extron’s Matrix 3200/6400 System Virtualization/Control Software. This will probably need to be done during initial system installation (before installing video and audio cables) and would not normally need to be repeated unless the system configuration changed. After the Virtual inputs and outputs have been assigned (the system has been Virtualized) the video/sync/audio cables are installed. Input/output selection (Ties and/or Presets) may be done through the RS-232/RS-422 port with a PC Host or from a touch screen or any other usersupplied controlling device, such as AMX, Crestron, etc., that is capable of generating the proper commands, or, with an optional FPC 1000 Front Panel Controller.

The work-sheet in Figure 1-4.A is an example of a Virtualized 21x21x3 Matrix 6400 Wideband Video Switcher. The physical BNC connector numbers are silkscreened 1 - 64 on the rear panel. Virtual assignments are shown within the circles, for example, physical input and output connectors 1 - 3 are labeled R01, G01 and B01. R, G and B identify the color signals (Red, Green and Blue) supported by the connectors. The two digits identify the Virtual input or output assignment for that connector.

For the above example, physical Input connectors 1 - 3 are Virtual Input #1. Physical Output connectors 1 - 3 are Virtual Output #1. If Virtual Input #1 is Tied (switched) to Virtual Output #1, the device connected to physical output connectors 1 - 3 would receive the RGB signal supplied by the device connected to physical input connectors 1 - 3. If Virtual Output #16 is also Tied to Virtual Input #1, the RGB signal from physical input connectors 1 - 3 will be available to the device connected to physical output connectors 46 - 48.

Adding a Matrix 6400 Sync BME to the example system above would upgrade it to a 21x21x5 matrix switcher which would support video formats RGBHV, RGBS and RGsB. The work-sheet in Figure 1-4.B shows a Matrix 6400 Sync module virtualized for 21x21x5 matrix switching. Video and sync switching would occur simultaneously due to the communication interconnection between the Matrix 6400 Sync and Matrix 6400 Wideband Video modules.

Blank Virtual Matrix work-sheets which may be copied and used to assist in Virtualizing a system are provided in Appendix A .

A Matrix 3200/6400 System Virtualization/Control Software Tutorial with instructions for Virtualizing a system is provided in Chapter 3 of this manual.

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Figure 1-4.A A 21x21x3 Virtualized Matrix 6400 Wideband Video module

Figure 1-4.B A 21x21x5 Virtualized Matrix 6400 Sync module

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MATRIX 6400

WIDEBAND

POWER SUPPLIES COMMUNICATIONS

PRIMARY

RGB MUTE

AUDIO MUTE

RS232 BME

MKP

SYSTEM STATUS

REDUNDANT RX

DIAGNOSTICS

FPC-1000

Matrix 6400 Wideband Video Switcher (Front View) Shown with optional Front Panel Controller (FPC 1000)

Matrix 6400 Wideband Video Switcher (Rear View)

BME

ADDRESS

ANAHEIM, CA MADE IN USA

A B C D E A B C D E

OUT

AC POWER INPUT

FUSE: 250V 0.8A TT

75 OHM

510 OHM

MKP COMM.BME COMM.

100-240V 0.5A MAX 50/60Hz

INPUTS 1 - 16

18916

INPUTS

OUTPUTS

INPUTS

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MATRIX 6400

SYNC

POWER SUPPLIES COMMUNICATIONS

PRIMARY TX

RS232 BME

SYSTEM STATUS

REDUNDANT RX

DIAGNOSTICS

Matrix 6400 Sync (Front View)

Matrix 6400 Sync (Rear View)

BME

ADDRESS

ANAHEIM, CA MADE IN USA

A B C D E A B C D E

OUT

AC POWER INPUT

FUSE: 250V 0.8A TT

75 OHM

510 OHM

MKP COMM.BME COMM.

100-240V 0.5A MAX 50/60Hz

INPUTS 1 - 16

18916

INPUTS

OUTPUTS

INPUTS

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Matrix 3200 Wideband Video Switcher (Front View) Shown with optional Front Panel Controller

Matrix 3200 Wideband Video Switcher (Rear View)

A B C D E A B C D E

OUT

AC POWER INPUT

FUSE: 250V 5.0A TT

BME

ADDRESS

MKP COMM.BME COMM. RS232/RS422

ANAHEIM, CA MADE IN USA

510 OHM

INPUTS 1 - 16

75 OHM

18916

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RGB MUTE

AUDIO MUTE

FPC-1000

SYSTEM STATUS

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MATRIX 3200

WIDEBAND

POWER SUPPLIES COMMUNICATIONS

RS232 BME REMOTE

PRIMARY TX

REDUNDANT RX

DIAGNOSTICS

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INPUTS

OUTPUTS

Matrix 3200 Sync (Front View)

100-240V 0.5A MAX 50/60Hz

DISCONNECT POWER CORD BEFORE SERVICING

POWER SUPPLIES COMMUNICATIONS

RS232 BME

PRIMARY TX

REDUNDANT RX

DIAGNOSTICS

SYSTEM STATUS

MATRIX 3200

SYNC

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BME

ADDRESS

Matrix 3200 Sync (Rear View)

B C D E A B C D E

OUT

AC POWER INPUT

FUSE: 250V 5.0A TT

MKP COMM.BME COMM. RS232/RS422

ANAHEIM, CA MADE IN USA

100-240V 0.5A MAX 50/60Hz

DISCONNECT POWER CORD BEFORE SERVICING

INPUTS 1 - 16

75 OHM

510 OHM

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1526374

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INPUTS

OUTPUTS

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Matrix 3200/6400 System Manuals

This manual (68-355-05) covers the Matrix 3200/6400 Wideband Video and Sync Switchers. Following is a list of related manuals:

• 68-355-01 = MKP 1000 User’s manual

• 68-355-02 = FPC 1000 User’s manual

• 68-355-03 = Matrix 6400 Audio Module User’s manual

• 68-355-04 = Matrix 3200/6400 Video User’s manual

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Matrix Wideband Video Switcher Specifications

Video input — wideband video BME

Number/signal type .................... Up to 32 or 6 4 (varie s with configuration) RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB, RsGsBs, component

video, S-video, composite video

Connectors................................. BNC female (quantity varies with model)

Nominal level ............................. Analog........ 1V p - p

Minimum/maximum level(s)........ Analog........ 0.5V to 1.5V p-p

Impedance ................................. 75 ohms

Return loss................................. -30dB @ 5 MHz

Video throughput — wideband video BME

Routing ...................................... 16 x 8 or larger matrix up to 32 x 32 or 64 x 64, depending on model and configuration

Gain ........................................... Unity

Bandwidth .................................. 230 MHz (-3dB), fully loaded

>0dB and <+2dB from 0 MHz to 130 MHz

Switching speed ......................... 200 nS (max.)

Video output — wideband video BME

Number/signal type .................... Up to 32 or 6 4 (varies with configuration) RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB, RsGsBs, component

video, S-video, composite video

Connectors................................. BNC female (quantity varies with model)

Nominal level ............................. 1V p-p

Minimum/maximum level............ 2V p-p

Impedance ................................. 75 ohms

Return loss................................. -25dB to input section up to 50 MHz

DC offset .................................... ±10mV typical

Switching type ............................ Triple action

Slew rate .................................... >200V/mS

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Sync — sync BME

Input and output types ................ Software configurable for RGBHV or RGBS

Sync connectors......................... Up to 64 or 32 BNC female (quantity varies with configuration)

Input level................................... 0.5V to 5V p-p (4V p-p nominal)

Output level ................................ 5V p-p

Gain ........................................... AGC to TTL .............. 4.0V to 5 . 0 V p - p

Input impedance......................... Inputs 1 - 16 ............. 510 ohms or 75 ohms, switchable

Inputs 1 7 - 6 4........... 510 ohms

Output impedance ...................... 75 ohms

Horizontal frequency .................. 15 kHz to 150 kHz

Vertical frequency ...................... 30 Hz to 150 Hz

Polarity ....................................... Positive or negative (follows input)

Control/remote — switcher

Serial control port ....................... RS-232 or RS-422, 9-pin female D connector

Baud rate and protocol ............... 9600, 8-bit, 1 stop bit, no parity

Serial control pin configurations..... 2 = TX, 3 = RX, 5 = GND

System intercommunications...... 2 RJ11 connectors

Remote keypad control .............. 2 5 mm, 5-pole captive screw connectors

Program control.......................... Extron’s control program for Windows®

Extron’s Simple Instruction Set™ – SIS™

General

Power ........................................ 100VAC to 240VAC, 50/60 Hz; internal, auto-switchable

Matrix 6400 Wideband .......... 105.7 watts at 115VAC, 60 Hz

Matrix 3200 Wideband .......... 48.9 watts at 115VAC, 60 Hz

Temperature/humidity ................ Storage -40° to +158°F (-40° to +70°C) / 10% to 90%, non-condensing

Operating +32° to +122°F (0° to +50°C) / 10% to 90%, non-condensing

Rack mount................................ Yes

Enclosure type ........................... Metal

5U dimensions ........................... 8.75" H x 19.0" W* x 14.0" D

22.2 cm H x 48.3 cm W* x 35.6 cm D

*17.0" (43.18 cm) W excluding rack ears

7U dimensions ........................... 12.25" H x 19.0" W* x 14.0" D

31.1 cm H x 48.3 cm W* x 35.6 cm D

*17.0" (43.18 cm) W excluding rack ears

Shipping weight.......................... Matrix 6400 Wideband .......... 41 lbs (18.5 kg)

Matrix 3200 Wideband .......... 31 lbs (14.0 kg)

Both models: DIM weight ...... 44

Vibration..................................... NSTA 1A in carton (National Safe Transit Association)

Approvals ................................... UL, CUL, CE

MTBF......................................... 30,000 hours

Warranty .................................... 2 years pa rts and labor

NOTE: Specifications subject to change without notice.

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Installing the Matrix 3200/6400 Wideband

Video Switchers

Installing BMEs

Installing the Software

BME Cabling

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Matrix 3200 & 6400 Wideband Video/Sync System Installation

Extron recommends that the following steps be done in the order listed to install a Matrix 3200 & 6400 Wideband Video/Sync System.

1. Installing BME(s). (Page 2-1)

2. Set the BME address numbers (0 - 5). (Page 2-2)

3. Connect the BME COMM interconnecting cable(s). (Page 2-2)

4. Connect the RS-232/RS-422 cable to BME #0’s serial port. (Page 2-2)

5. Connect the AC Power cable(s) to the BME(s). (Page 2-2)

6. Apply AC power to the BMEs and Verify Normal Power-Up. (Page 2-2)

7. Load the Matrix 3200/6400 System Virtualization/Control Software. (Page 2-3)

8. Virtualize the system if required. (Page 3-1)

9. Connecting cables to BMEs (video, sync and/or audio cables). (Page 2-4) The numbered procedures that follow match the steps above.

1. Installing BME(s)

BMEs may be separated by up to 12 feet and rack mounting is NOT required. If the BMEs are to be rack mounted, they may mounted in any order within a rack or cabinet. The limiting factor is the BME COMM interconnecting cable length which is 12 feet maximum. There are no restrictions to the order in which BMEs may be mounted relative to each other. Logically, the BME addresses in a system such as the one shown in Figure 2-1.A would be set to 0 - 5 sequentially from top to bottom, however, a different order is acceptable and will not impact system operation in any way.

RGB MUTE

AUDIO

MUTE

FPC-1000

SYSTEM

POWER SUPPLIES COMMUNICATIONS

STATUS

RS232 BME REMOTE

PRIMARY

REDUNDANT RX

POWER SUPPLIES COMMUNICATIONS

PRIMARY TX

REDUNDANT RX

MATRIX 6400

WIDEBAND VIDEO

DIAGNOSTICS

SYSTEM

RS232 BME REMOTE

STATUS

MATRIX 6400

WIDEBAND VIDEO

DIAGNOSTICS

The location of the equipment within a room should be given careful consideration. Poor planning, with the number of cables involved, could result in a cluttered appearance. Power requirements and the amount of heat exhaust from the system should be taken into consideration.

The following restrictions apply to installing BMEs.

• One BME must be assigned as BME #0.

• BME #0 cannot be a Sync module.

• Address assignments must not skip numbers.

• Address assignments of 0 - 5 are accepted,

BMEs w/address 6-9 are ignored.

• A system is limited to one audio module.

• A system may NOT include both Wideband

video and Low Resolution video modules.

POWER SUPPLIES COMMUNICATIONS

PRIMARY TX

REDUNDANT RX

POWER SUPPLIES COMMUNICATIONS

PRIMARY TX

REDUNDANT RX

POWER SUPPLIES COMMUNICATIONS

PRIMARY TX

REDUNDANT RX

POWER SUPPLIES COMMUNICATIONS

PRIMARY TX

REDUNDANT RX

SYSTEM STATUS

RS232 BME REMOTE

MATRIX 6400

WIDEBAND VIDEO

DIAGNOSTICS

SYSTEM

RS232 BME

STATUS

MATRIX 6400

SYNC

DIAGNOSTICS

SYSTEM

RS232 BME

STATUS

MATRIX 6400

SYNC

DIAGNOSTICS

SYSTEM STATUS

RS232 BME REMOTE

MATRIX 6400

WIDEBAND VIDEO

DIAGNOSTICS

Figure 2-1.A Rack-mounted Matrix 6400 System with RGBHV

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2. Setting BME Addresses

Each BME must be set to a unique address of 0 - 5 using a push-button switch located on the rear panel (see Figure 2-2.B, Item 1). BME #0 will be the Main Controller and may be any module except the Sync module.

3. Connecting the BME COMM interconnecting cable(s)

If there is more than one BME, the BME COMM connectors must all be connected together in daisy chain fashion using Extron supplied RJ-11 telephone cable (Figure 2-2.A). The chain begins at the BME COMM OUT connector of BME #0 (See Item 2 in Figure 2-2.B) and connects to the BME COMM IN connector of the closest BME whose BME COMM OUT connector is then connected to the next closest BME if necessary. Repeat this process until all BMEs are connected (No BME will have two empty BME COMM connectors).

4. Connecting the RS-232/RS-422 Cable to BME #0

Connect the cable from the Host PC computer serial port to the RS-232/RS-422 connector on the rear panel of BME #0 as shown in Figure 2-2.B below (Item 3). After the Matrix 3200/6400 System has been virtualized, it can be controlled through this connection using a PC Host or from a touch screen or any other user-supplied controlling device, such as AMX, Crestron, etc., that is capable of generating the proper commands.

Figure 2-2.A RJ-11 Cable

5. Connecting the AC Power Cable(s) to the BME(s)

Each BME has its own internal power supply. Connect an AC Power cord to the AC power receptacle on each BME (Item 4 in Figure 2-2.B). Connect the power cord plug to an AC power source.

6. Applying AC Power to the BME(s)

Each BME has a power ON/OFF toggle switch on the rear panel just above the AC power cord receptacle. BME #0 must be powered ON at the same time or after all other BMEs are ON. Press each power switch to the ON (1) position, Go to 6A on Page 2-3.

BME

ADDRESS

Item 1

B C

D E

MKP COMM.

1891

D E

BME COMM.

100-240V 0.5A MAX 50/60Hz

Male

Connector

Item 3

Item 5

Item 2

Item 4

UTPUTS

Figure 2-2.B Matrix 3200/6400 Switcher cabling (BME#0 only)

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6A. BME Power-Up Verification

All BMEs have the Diagnostics LEDs shown in Figure 2-3.A. The normal state of the LEDs after power-up is Primary +V and -V LEDs ON. If the BME includes redundant power supplies, the Redundant +V and -V LEDs will also be ON. If the Primary power supply fails, its LEDs will be OFF and the Redundant LEDs will blink.

The System Status LED will initially blink indicating that internal housekeeping is occurring, when it goes solid ON, the system is ready.

See Page 5-5 for additional Diagnostics LEDs information.

Figure 2-3.A

POWER SUPPLIES COMMUNICATIONS

RS232 BME

PRIMARY TX

REDUNDANT RX

DIAGNOSTICS

SYSTEM STATUS

MATRIX 3200

SYNC

POWER SUPPLIES COMMUNICATIONS

PRIMARY TX

REDUNDANT RX

RS232 BME

SYSTEM

STATUS

DIAGNOSTICS

7. Installing the Matrix 6400 System Virtualization/ Control Software

The Extron supplied software “Matrix 6400 System Virtualization/Control Software” runs in the Windows® operating system, version 3.1 or later. Communication between the computer software and the switcher requires connecting a PC computer COMM port to the RS-232/RS-422 Port on the rear panel of module BME #0. Minimum PC system requirements are:

486-33 MHz CPU or equivalent with 16 MB RAM 5 MB Hard Disk space for software

______ If your Matrix 3200/6400 Series switcher was previously setup for RS-232, and

your PC Comm port uses RS-422, the switcher must be changed to match the PC interface. The procedure for making the change begins on Page 5-1.

___ The first floppy disk (1 of 2) has instructions printed on the label. The software

must be installed onto the hard drive. It cannot be run from the floppy disk

1. Installing the software from the 3.5” floppy disk onto the hard disk is like most other Windows programs. (Run Setup.exe from the first floppy disk.)

2. Installation of the software creates a Program Group (Windows 3.1) or a Folder (if Windows 95®) called “Extron Electronics”. Icons for the Control Program and the Help Program are installed in that group, or folder (Figure 2-3.B). This example is from Windows 3.1 and it includes Extron’s VTG 200 Control Program; your system may not have the VTG 200 Software. (VTG = Video Test Generator)

3. Double-click on the “MATRIX 6400 Control Pgm” icon to start the program. You will be asked to select the Comm Port, or choose “Emulate” mode. After selecting the COMM port, the software looks for the matrix system, “reads” its configuration, and then displays it in a window called “Extron’s MATRIX 6400 Control Program”.

______ Emulate mode allows you to exercise the software without having a switcher

connected to the PC. It may also be used as a learning tool.

Figure 2-3.B

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8. Virtualizing the Matrix 3200/6400 System

Detailed instructions for virtualizing the Matrix 3200/6400 System begin on Page 3-1.

9. System Video, Sync and Audio Cabling

Using work-sheets and/or printouts from the Matrix 6400 System Virtualization/ Control Program, install video and sync cables as required. Figure 2-2.A Item 5 shows the connectors for the optional MKP 1000 keypads.

Using the Sync Termination Switches

The sync termination switches on the Matrix 6400 Sync BME (see Figure 2-4.A) provide a way to condition non-TTL sync levels greater than 5 Vp-p on PHYSICAL inputs 1 - 16 enabling the sync to be properly passed from input to selected output(s).

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

Sync for video format RGBHV involves two signals (H & V), therefore two sync termination switches will require attention. For example, Horizontal and Vertical non-TTL Sync inputs on Physical Input connectors 1 and 2 would require that Sync Termination switches 1 and 2 be set to the 75 ohm position. The rocker type switches are recessed into the rear panel. To select the 510 ohm position use a pointed object and push on the bottom half of the rocker to push it in. Push on the top half of the rocker to set the switch to the 75 ohm position.

Sync Termination Switches

____ An input that produces an out of sync display that is rolling vertically and/or

tearing horizontally could indicate a non-TTL sync input. If a device is known to output non-TTL sync levels greater than 5 Vp-p, it should be connected to one (or two) of the first sixteen inputs, and the termination switch(s) for that input should be set to the 75 ohm position (UP). If you’re not sure, check the specifications in the User’s Manual for the input device.

BME

ADDRESS

ANAHEIM, CA MADE IN USA

A B C D E A B C D E

OUT

AC POWER INPUT

FUSE: 250V 0.8A TT

75 OHM

510 OHM

MKP COMM.BME COMM.

100-240V 0.5A MAX 50/60Hz

INPUTS 1 - 16

18916

INPUTS

OUTPUTS

INPUTS

Figure 2-4.A Matrix 6400 Sync BME Rear Panel

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Virtualization/Control Software

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Extron’s Matrix 3200/6400 System Virtualization/Control Program

The Matrix 3200/6400 System Virtualization/Control program communicates with the Extron Matrix 3200/6400 System through the RS-232/422 port on BME #0 (defaults to 9600 baud, 8 bit, 1 stop, no parity). The program is required to initially set the See the following two sections for details:

•

System Virtualization - creating a virtual I/O switching System -

Virtualization

and optional

Room

configurations for the system.

(see Page 3-2)

• Rooming - how to create Rooms The program also presents all the functions found on the optional Front-Panel

Controller (FPC 1000), but in an interactive graphical interface, so it may be used for full control or initial programming of the system. Because settings to the Matrix (Ties, Presets, Audio config) are stored in the unit’s memory, several modes of ‘programming’ are possible. It provides 4 major methods:

• Remote control and programming of the system in real time through the RS-232 port.

• Saving system’s settings for later restoration to the same system (backup) or copying to (programming) another system. Multiple configurations (programs) can be saved to disk and any one quickly reloaded later, providing an unlimited number of possible setups.

• Creating Program byte-strings for application to the Matrix system through a third-party control system.

• Emulation (off-line) programming of the system’s settings for copying to system at a later time or another place. Emulation mode also allows creation of programs for any possible Matrix hardware configuration without being connected to such a system.

To load a demonstration set of Ties, Presets and Rooms to your Matrix (or Emulate one) Restore from the DEMO6400.MTX file which was installed with the Windows Software. Use NEW.INI to clear all settings in a unit.

(see Page 3-4)

Note that pressing F1 from within the program will provide context-sensitive Help.

An Explanation of VIRTUAL I/O SWITCHING in the Matrix 3200/6400 System

A Matrix 3200/6400 System consists of from 1 to 6 Switcher boxes (BMEs), each of which may have as many as 64 inputs and 64 outputs. It is usually desirable to have certain inputs (or outputs) switch together as a set: to For example, if the system hardware consisted of a 64 x 64 Video BME and a 64 x 64 Audio BME, you’d want your Video monitor’s image and its Audio speakers to be coming from the same source (maybe a VCR) and to follow each other when switched to another source (perhaps a Laser Disc player). This type of switching requires the two BMEs to communicate with each other so that they both switch to the correct inputs to create the and simplest configurations, hardware is usually designed to cause both BMEs to switch to the same input (or output) number.

An example where Follow mode is signal and the ‘C’ signal must be switched as a pair of input signals and a pair of output signals Again, traditional hardware does this by causing the paired signals to follow each other, either in a single box that is made only for S-Video or by using two boxes designed for Composite Video and forcing them to follow each other by switching to the same input (or output) number. Wouldn’t it be nice to have a single Video switcher box that can be field-programmed to be either an SVideo or Composite Video switcher? This is what

always

condition. In the traditional

required is with S-Video where the ‘Y’

each other.

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Extron’s Virtual I/O Switching does; it groups physical input connectors and physical output connectors together into of which switches from 1 to 6

Let’s carry the S-Video example a step further using the 64 x 64 Video BME and a 64 x 64 Audio BME. If we can and a ‘C’ plane and the second box into an ‘Audio’ plane, we will have created a system with 32 Virtual Inputs and 32 Virtual Outputs in 3 Virtual Planes. [The 32 comes from splitting the 64 x 64 Video box into two halves]. In this example, half of the Audio box would not be included in the Virtual map since we only need 32 of the 64 ports and we’d be better off using a 32 x 32 Audio BME for this configuration. Or, using the same hardware, we could map the first box as ‘Composite Video’ and the second into an ‘Audio’ plane again to create a system of 64 Virtual Inputs and 64 Virtual Outputs in 2 Virtual Planes. Or, we could map the first box into ‘Component Video’ with a ‘R-Y’ plane, a ‘B-Y’ plane, and a ‘Y’ plane and the second into an ‘Audio’ plane again to create a system of 21 Virtual Inputs and 21 Virtual Outputs in 4 Virtual Planes. [The 21 comes from splitting the 64 x 64 Video box into three parts]. All three of these configurations are made with the same two BMEs merely by loading the appropriate Virtual Map into the Matrix 3200/6400 system’s memory.

Note that the number of Virtual Planes tells you how many physical input (or output) connectors will be switched together for each Virtual Input (or Output) switched. In the 21 x 21 x 4 Component Video with Audio virtual system example, the first BME might have physical inputs 1, 2, and 3 as Virtual Input 1 and 4, 5, and 6 as Virtual Input 2, etc. The Audio BME would have physical input 1 as Virtual Input 1, 2 as 2, etc.

Virtual Planes.

map

Virtual Inputs

(logically split) the first box into a ‘Y’ plane

and

Virtual Outputs

, each

The Windows Virtualization/Control Program is used to create and load the Virtual Map to the Matrix 3200/6400 system as described in the Creating a Virtual I/O Switching System (Map) for the Matrix 3200/6400 System section.

Creating a VIRTUAL I/O SWITCHING SYSTEM (MAP) for the Matrix 3200/6400 System

The following steps use the Windows Virtualization/Control Program to create a Virtual I/O Switching System (click here for definitions) within the physical hardware by generating and loading a physical Matrix 3200/6400 System consists of from 1 to 6 Switcher boxes (BMEs), each of which may have as many as 64 inputs and 64 outputs. After determining what type and sizes of switcher hardware exists in the matrix, the program will generate a ‘virtual system’ consisting of from 1 to 64 and 1 to 64

• Ensure that all BME’s that

will be part of the system have been connected to each other and their BME numbers have been set correctly. Establish an RS-232 connection between the PC and BME #0 of the Matrix 3200/6400 System. Start the MTRX6400 program (under Windows) and click on the corresponding COMM PORT number when asked (Figure

3-2.A). Click OK, or.....

If you wish to program a system without being connected to it at this time, click on EMULATE. Follow steps in How to Off-Line (Emulate) Program the Matrix.

Virtual Outputs

, in 1 to 6

map

Virtual Planes.

FIGURE 3-2.A

to the Matrix 3200/6400 hardware. A

Virtual Inputs,

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• The program will communicate with the Matrix 3200/6400 System to determine its hardware configuration (type and size of each connected BME). It then reads the system’s settings (Ties, Presets, Virtual Map, etc.) and draws a graphical representation of the unit’s configuration and settings (Ties) on the Main screen (Figure 3-5.A & B). It also reads the MTRX6400.INI file (saved from last session) to draw Icons for each I/O (if any had been applied in previous programming sessions) to make the graphical representation even more friendly.

NOTE: If this is a new system that has not been virtualized yet or one that has had its map cleared, the graphical representation and all information shown on the Virtual Map screen may be invalid at this time.

• From the menu on the Main screen, click SYSTEM-CONFIG to show the Virtual Map screen (see Figure 3-4.A). From the Virtual Map screen menu, click CONFIGURE|PHYSICAL SWITCHERS to show the Physical Configuration screen (Figure 3-3.A). Examine this screen to ensure that all BMEs were seen and their type and size is being reported as expected. Click on the ‘Close’ button to return to the Virtual Map screen.

FIGURE 3-3.A

• From the Virtual Map screen menu, click C

ONFIGURE|VIRTUAL SWITCHER to show the

Virtual Configuration screen. This screen shows how the physical system will be

mapped

into a virtual system switcher by the Windows program (see Figure 3-

4.B). You may need to make some choices at this time that affect how many virtual planes will be created and how many virtual inputs and outputs will exist. For example, if a Sync BME was found, the program needs you to decide whether to use composite sync (1 plane) or separate H and V sync (2 planes).

You need to decide how you want the initial map assignments organized, whether as ‘Repeat-Pattern’ (e.g. RGBRGB..B) or ‘Group-by-Plane’ (e.g. RRRRGG..BBB). You may also change the ordering of the planes with this screen and affect which physical connectors get which signals. For example, in a Wideband system, instead of being in RGB order, you can change it to BGR order by using the radio buttons in each plane’s choices.

Note that you may play with the settings in this screen without causing any changes to the system’s map until you press the ‘OK’ button. Even after committing the changes and viewing them in the Virtual Map screen, you can still return to this Virtual Configuration screen later and virtualize the system differently. Changes can be made freely UNTIL you begin to make ties, save presets, create rooms, or name your virtual inputs and outputs because the number of virtual inputs and outputs may be changed by re-virtualizing. Click on the ‘OK’ button to return to the Virtual Map screen.

• In the Virtual Map screen, examine the physical layout of the BMEs and how the virtualization process assigned the input and output connectors to various planes. You can return to the Virtual Configuration screen if you wish to change the mapping at this time by clicking CONFIGURE|VIRTUAL SWITCHER again. If the map looks correct, you may optionally assign names (up to 12 characters long) to any of the virtual inputs or outputs from the Virtual Map screen at any time. Names can also be read and edited from the system’s front panel controller, if present.

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↑FIGURE 3-4.A ↓FIGURE 3-4.B

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↑FIGURE 3-5.A Main Screen - Ties ↓FIGURE 3-5.B Main Screen - Presets

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• If you wish to group certain virtual outputs together so that you may later create

Room Presets, now would be a good time to Create ROOMS by clicking CONFIGURE|ROOM CONFIGURATION.

• You can create a hard-copy document that shows all the details from the Virtual

Map screen at any time by clicking the P

RINT MAPS menu. The printed maps

make a very handy wiring guide and will appear in color if using a color printer. You can specify which printer to use from the FILE|SELECT PRINTER menu in the Main screen.

• From the Virtual Map screen menu, click R

number of input and output boxes shown on the Main screen matches the number of virtual input and virtual outputs created by the virtualization. The virtualization of the system is now complete and the map has been stored in BME #0. Unless the map gets destroyed or needs to be regenerated because of a system hardware reconfiguration (size, type, or number of BMEs changes) or you wish to change the virtual configuration, there is no requirement to use the Windows Virtualization/Control software. You can, however, continue to use it to control and program (set Ties, Presets, etc.) the system at any time.

How to Create ROOMS within the Matrix 3200/6400 System

The following steps use the Windows Virtualization/Control Program to optionally define

Rooms

outputs that are logically associated with each other, probably by location (such as 3 video monitors and a VCR all located at a building’s security desk). A Room consists of from 1 to 16 virtual outputs and the Matrix 3200/6400 supports up to 10 Rooms. Each Room can have a name (for user friendliness, up to 12 characters long) and up to 10 Presets assigned to it (for a total of 100 Room Presets). Unlike the 32 Global Presets, Room Presets only affect those virtual outputs associated with that Room and do not change any other connections in the Matrix, making the use of Presets much more simple and flexible. Room Presets are particularly useful in conjunction with the MKP-1000 keypads. Note: Rooms exist only to support Room Presets.

in the Matrix 3200/6400 system. A Room is a group of virtual

ETURN TO MAIN and note that the

• Ensure that the System

has been Virtualized before creating any Rooms. Establish an RS-232 connection between the PC and BME #0 of the Matrix 3200/6400 System. Start the MTRX6400 program (under Windows) and click on the corresponding COMM PORT number when asked (Figure 3-6.A).

Click OK, or......

FIGURE 3-6.A

If you wish to program a system without being connected to it at this time, click on EMULATE. Follow steps in How to Off-Line (Emulate) Program the Matrix.

• The program will communicate with the Matrix 3200/6400 System to determine

its hardware configuration (type and size of each connected BME). It then reads the system’s settings (Ties, Presets, Virtual Map, etc.) and draws a graphical representation of the unit’s configuration and settings (Ties) on the Main screen. It also reads the MTRX6400.INI file (saved from last session) to draw Icons for each I/O (if any had been applied in previous programming sessions) to make the graphical representation even more friendly.

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• From the menu on the Main screen, click SYSTEM-CONFIG to show the Virtual Switch Virtual Map screen (Figure 3-4.A). From the Virtual Map screen menu, click CONFIGURE|ROOM CONFIGURE to show the Room Mapper screen (Figure 3-7.A). Associate a Virtual Output with a room number by using the mouse to drag the output circle to the list on the right side. You can remove a Virtual Output from a room by dragging the circle to

FIGURE 3-7.A

the trash-can. You can add a name to the Room or edit it by typing in the textbox. Click on the ‘OK’ button to save your changes or ‘Cancel’ to abandon your changes. Press ‘Close’ to return to the Virtual Map screen.

• From the Virtual Map screen menu, click R

ETURN TO MAIN and note that a list-box

for the defined rooms should appear below the ‘Audio Mute’ button. The Room mapping of the system is now complete and the map is stored in BME #0. Unless the map gets destroyed or needs to be regenerated because of a system hardware reconfiguration (size, type, or number of BMEs changes) or you wish to change the room configuration, there is no requirement to use the Windows Virtualization/Control software. You can, however, continue to use it to control and program (set Ties, Presets, etc.) the system at any time.

How to REMOTE CONTROL PROGRAM the Matrix 3200/6400 System

Because the Matrix 3200/6400 Switchers store their settings in a nonvolatile memory, programming applied to the unit from the Virtualization/Control Program (or the FPC) is remembered in the unit. The Program only needs to talk to the Matrix system long enough to create (program) the settings. You can, however, leave a computer connected (dedicated) to the Matrix for real-time interactive control and monitoring if you wish.

• To control or program the switcher system in real-time, establish an RS-232 connection between the PC and BME #0 of the Matrix 3200/6400 System. Start the MTRX6400 program (under Windows) and click on the corresponding COMM

PORT number when asked. Click OK, or.....

If you wish to program a system without being connected to it at this time, click on EMULATE. Follow steps in How to Off-Line (Emulate) Program the Matrix.

• The program will communicate with the Matrix 3200/6400 System to determine its hardware configuration (type and size of each connected BME). It then reads the system’s settings (Ties, Presets, Virtual Map, etc.) and draws a graphical representation of the unit’s configuration and settings (Ties) on the Main screen. It also reads the MTRX6400.INI file (saved from last session) to draw Icons for each I/O (if any had been applied in previous programming sessions) to make the graphical representation even more friendly.

NOTE: If this is a new system that has not been virtualized yet or one that has had its map cleared by a System Reset, the graphical representation and all information shown on the Virtual Map screen may be invalid at this time.

• Initially, the “Current configuration” from the Matrix is shown. Notice How the Ties Appear as solid lines in various colors here and How the I/O Ports are Grouped and Titled. Selecting a Preset (if any exist) from the Presets List at

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the right side of the screen will cause that configuration to be read from the Matrix and drawn on the screen. The displayed preset becomes the “Current configuration” by clicking the GO BUTTON.

• You can Add and Erase Ties (edit) when in the “Current configuration”. These

edits are made using the mouse in a drag and drop operation. To add a Tie, drag the input box and drop it on the desired output box (left to right). To erase a Tie, drag the output box and drop it on the desired input box (right to left). Note that an output can be rerouted to a different input by merely adding the new connection (without erasing the old Tie). You can also erase all Ties that appear on a box by dragging that box to the trash-can. Other settings will affect how the Tie changes are applied: the Hold/Verify versus Immediate settings in the Preferences menu. Hold/Verify (the default) shows Adds and Erases as dotted lines until committed (

• After you have edited the “Current settings”, you can also store the configuration

as a Preset using the

• You can assign a Device icon and a Caption to any of the I/O port boxes for your

convenience in operating the Control Program using the access the Devices screen, use the mouse to click on the desired I/O port box or click the TOOLS|ASSIGN-DEVICE-ICONS menu. Your setting of the Icons are remembered by the program (NOT by the Matrix) for your convenience in your next editing session.

Take Button) or cancelled (Cancel Button).

Save As.. Button.

Devices Palette To

• If you have edited any of the configurations or assigned Icons or Captions, when

you exit the program you will be prompted to save the changes. These will be written to the MTRX6400.INI file for use in your next editing session (if you agree). The information in the file also allows you to fully restore a Matrix 3200/ 6400 System to all the settings (Ties, Presets, etc.) from the current session. We strongly recommend you allow the program to save your changes! You may also wish to Save the unit’s settings in a uniquely named file, instead.

How to OFF-LINE (Emulate) PROGRAM the Matrix 3200/6400 System

The Matrix Control Program provides an “Emulate” mode to allow you to build and save a configuration file, off-line, without being connected to a Matrix System. This file can later be downloaded (programmed) into a Matrix via the RS-232 port using the Matrix 3200/6400 Virtualization/Control Program. The Emulate mode also allows you to generate the RS-232 strings needed to interface a third party control system to a Matrix System instead of downloading it with the Virtualization/Control Program. Finally, the Emulate mode allows “programming” for a hardware configuration that differs from your present system.

• To program a switcher without being connected to it at this time, start the

MTRX6400 program (under Windows) and click on EMULATE (instead of a COMM PORT number) when asked. Click OK.

• The program will ask for 2 file names. The first is for restoring the settings to an

existing configuration (as though a Matrix with that configuration and presets were connected). Typical choices for this would be MTRX6400.INI (to edit the last real-time configuration) or DEMO6400.MTX (to view some possibilities) or NEW.INI (to start from an empty configuration). This first file is read by the program (and will not be altered) and is optional: you can choose CANCEL instead of specifying a name if you wish. The second file is required and will be created to save the results of editing in the Emulation mode. It is this file that you would later use for downloading to the Matrix. You should give this file a meaningful name (i.e. JOB1107.MTX). If the second file already exists, you’ll be warned that you are about to overwrite it.

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• A typical Emulation operation might consist of multiple editing sessions:

• Session A (connected to a Matrix 3200/6400 System)

• Session B (Emulation) use MTRX6400.INI as the first file (source) to edit

the last save from the Matrix use JOB1107.MTX as the second file (destination)

• Session C (Emulation) use JOB1107.MTX as the first file (source) to

further edit the last Emulation save use JOB1107.MTX as the second file (destination)

• Session D (connected to a Matrix 3200/6400 System)

Restore from JOB1107.MTX to program the System from the saved Emulation

• The program will show the Physical Configuration screen using the parameters read from the source file (if you specified one). Change the settings as needed and then click TAKE.

• The program reads the emulated settings (Ties, Presets, Virtual Map, etc.) and draws a graphical representation of the system’s configuration and settings (Ties) on the

Main screen. It also reads the source file to draw Icons for each I/O (if any had been applied in previous programming sessions) to make the graphical representation even more friendly.

• Initially, the “Current configuration” from the emulated Matrix is shown. Notice How the Ties Appear as solid lines in various colors here and How the I/O Ports are Grouped and Titled. Selecting a Preset (if any exist) from the Presets List at the right side of the screen will cause that configuration to be read from the emulated Matrix and drawn on the screen. The displayed preset becomes the

“Current configuration” by clicking the GO BUTTON.

• You can Add and Erase ties (edit) when in the “Current configuration”. These

edits are made using the mouse in a drag and drop operation. To add a Tie, drag the input box and drop it on the desired output box (left to right). To erase a Tie, drag the output box and drop it on the desired input box (right to left). Note that an output can be rerouted to a different input by merely adding the new connection (without erasing the old Tie). Another setting will affect how the Tie changes are applied: the Hold/Verify versus Immediate settings in the Preferences menu. Hold/Verify (the default) shows Adds and Erases as dotted lines until committed (Take Button) or cancelled (Cancel Button)

• After you have edited the “Current settings”, you can also store the configuration as a Preset using the Save As.. Button.

• You can assign a Device icon and a Caption to any of the I/O port boxes for your convenience in operating the Control Program using the Devices Palette. To access the Devices screen, use the mouse to click on the desired I/O PORT box or click the TOOLS|ASSIGN-DEVICE-ICONS menu. Your setting of the Icons are remembered by the program (NOT by the Matrix) for your convenience in your next editing session.

• If you have edited any of the configurations or assigned Icons or Captions, when you exit the program you will be prompted to save the changes. These will be written to the Emulation file for use in your next editing session (if you agree). The information in the file also allows you to fully restore a Matrix 3200/6400 System to all the settings (Ties, Presets, etc.) from the current session We strongly recommend you allow the program to save your changes! You may also wish to Save the unit’s settings in a uniquely named file, instead.

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How to SAVE and RESTORE the Matrix 3200/6400 Settings

The FILE menu provides the following functions:

• Save MATRIX settings as... (uploads *.MTX file from system)

• Restore MATRIX settings from... (downloads *.MTX file to system)

• Save This Session’s settings (uploads MTRX6400.INI file from unit)

• Restore Last Session’s settings (downloads MTRX6400.INI file to unit)

In normal operation (non-emulation mode), the Virtualization/Control Program reads the MTRX6400.INI file at start-up to display Icons since these items do not cause any changes in the Matrix System’s configuration (programming) and provide convenience to the user. The file actually contains all the information needed to fully Restore (program) the Matrix 3200/6400 System’s settings. Both of the Restore functions in the menu cause a FULL Restore of the attached Matrix System, providing an easy method to switch between (reprogram) configurations.

Both of the Save functions in the menu create a complete .INI type file for future restoration to an attached Matrix. By default, the SAVE AS choice uses file extension .MTX, but any name and extension can be used when saving or restoring a file. The SAVE THIS function is not usually needed since the program prompts you to create one upon exiting if any edits were performed. The RESTORE LAST function allows you to set your Matrix configuration back to its settings when you first started the Virtualization/Control Program (effectively cancelling any edits and changes without leaving the program).

How to Create PROGRAM BYTE STRINGS for the Matrix 3200/6400 System

The Matrix 3200/6400 System can be controlled and programmed through the RS-232 port via third party control systems. These systems need to be “told” what bytes to send to the Matrix to perform this control. The Matrix 3200/6400 User’s Manual provides details of how to build these byte strings (using paper and pencil), but the Matrix Virtualization/Control Program can make this job much easier by building the strings for you. To generate the strings:

• Create all the Matrix System settings (program) from either Emulate mode or

being connected to a Matrix System. The Program Strings that can be viewed produce the Current-Ties, Presets, Audio-Config, and RGB Delay settings.

• To see the strings, click on the TOOLS|SHOW RS-232-STRINGS menu to show the

Program Strings screen (Figure 3-10.A).

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Chapter Four

RS-232/RS-422 Programmer’s Guide

Host to Switcher Series Instructions

Serial Communications Port

Commands and Responses

Error Codes

Switcher Initiated Messages

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If the Matrix Wideband Video Switcher is the Master BME (BME #0), its RS-232/RS-422 connector may be connected to the serial port output of a Host device such as a computer or control panel. Software control of the switcher is made possible by this connection. A Host serial port connection to the RS-232/ RS-422 connector of a Matrix Wideband Video Switcher is shown in Figure 4-1.A (top BME = Matrix 3200 Wideband Video Switcher, bottom BME = Matrix 6400 Wideband Video Switcher).

___ The Matrix Wideband Video Switcher is normally configured for RS-232 control.

If it is to be used with an RS-422 device, an internal cable must be moved. The procedure for moving the cable begins on Page 5-1.

The RS-232/422 connector on the Matrix Wideband Video Switcher is a 9-pin D female with the following pin assignments:

Pin RS-232 Description RS-422 Description

1 – not used Tx(-) Transmit Data (-) 2 Tx Transmit Data Tx(+) Transmit Data (+)

3 Rx Receive Data Rx(+) Receive Data (+) 4 – not used Rx(-) Receive Data (-)

5 Gnd Signal Ground Gnd Ground 6 – not used – not used

7 – not used – not used 8 – not used – not used

9 – not used – not used

The protocol is 9600 baud, 8-bit, 1 stop bit, no parity and no Flow control.

Chapter 4 • Programmer’s Guide

Details for programming the Matrix Wideband Video Switcher from a Host system connected to the RS-232/RS-422 port are covered in this chapter.

Matrix 3200

Figure 4-1.A Matrix Wideband Switcher RS-232/RS-422 to Host connection.

Matrix 6400

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The Matrix Wideband Video Switcher accepts both Simple Instruction Set and Advanced Instruction Set Commands through the RS-232/RS-422 port. Simple Instruction Set (SIS) commands may consist of one or more characters per command field and do not require any special characters to begin or end the command character sequence. Switcher responses to SIS commands all end with a carriage return and a line feed (CR/LF). An Advanced Instruction Set (AIS) command field begins with an Escape character and ends with a carriage return, line feed is optional (the Switcher Response to an AIS command always ends with a CR/LF).

When the Matrix Wideband Switcher receives a command (SIS or AIS) and determines that it is valid, it will execute the command and send a response back to the controlling (Host) device. If the Matrix Wideband Switcher is unable to execute the command because it is invalid or contains invalid parameters, it will return an error response to the Host. The error response is coded to help identify the cause of the error. Error code responses are defined on Page 4-8.

When a Matrix Wideband Switcher local event takes place, such as a Front Panel operation, the switcher responds by sending a message to the Host. These switcher initiated messages are listed on Page 4-8. The switcher does not expect a response from the host, but, for example, the host program may want to request new status.

Command/Response Table

The Command/Response Table begins on the following page. Lower case characters are acceptable in the command field only where indicated. Symbols are used throughout the table to represent variables in the Command/Response fields. Symbol definitions are shown at the beginning of the table as is an ASCII to Hexadecimal (HEX) conversion table. Error Response codes and switcher generated Unsolicited Responses are shown at the end of the table. Command and/or Response examples are shown throughout the table. Name fields are 12 alphanumeric characters 0 - 9, A - Z (upper and lower case) including “+/-:=” and space.

Commands are split into two groups which are identified by page headers. The two groups are “Simple Instruction Set Commands” and “Advanced Instruction Set and Simple Instruction Set Commands”.

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COMMAND/RESPONSE TABLE

= 1 thru maximum number of inputs =Ø thru maximum number of inputs (Input Ø = muted output) = 1 thru maximum number of outputs = BME number (Ø thru 5) =Ø dB thru 9 dB (audio gain) = 1 dB thru 15 dB (audio attenuation) = Numerical Value –15 thru +9 = 1 thru maximum number of rooms [1Ø max.] =Ø or 1 (Ø meaning off and 1 meaning on) = Global preset # (Ø = current ties for system in view) [32 max.] = Room preset # (Ø = current ties for room in view mode) [1Ø max.] = Group Mode (follow). A = All (Follow), B = Aud / Vid / RGB breaka way,

C = total breakaway = Delay in ½ second increments [1Ø max. = 5.Ø seconds] = One digit status of Main and Redundant Power Supplies

= Off or Dead Power supply 1= No Redundant, using Main Power supply

2 = Using Redundant Power supply 3 = Has Redundant, using Main Power supply = 1 through maximum number of virtual planes =ØØ through 99 (two digits) = (Y)es or (N)o, Y = Mute and N = UnMute f or RGB or Audio = Controller software version to the second decimal place

=Ø = No mute, 1 = Video mute, 2 = Audio mute, 3 = Vid. & Aud. mute, – = Not used = Two digit Virtual output number [16 per room max] = Two digit Virtual input number = Four character physical i/o port (BME# + i or o + port#) example 3iØ7

, , (Virtual Input Name), (Virtual Output Name) = Maximum

of 12 alphanumeric characters (upper and lower case) “ ” + - : = / and space.

Symbol Definitions:

= Escape = CR = CR/LF • = space

ASCII to HEX Conversion Tabl e

1B CRØDLFØA · 2

! 21 “ 22 # 23 $ 24

% 25 & 26 ‘ 27 ( 28

) 29 * 2A + 2B , 2C

- 2D . 2E / 2F 1 31 2 32 3 33 4 34 5 35 6 36 7 37 8 38

9 39 : 3A ; 3B < 3C = 3D > 3E ? 3F @ 4 A 41 B 42 C 43 D 44 E 45 F 46 G 47 H 48

I 49 J 4A K 4B L 4C

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Q 51 R 52 S 53 T 54 U 55 V 56 W 57 X 58 Y 59 Z 5A [ 5B \ 5C

] 5D ^ 5E _ 5F ` 6 a 61 b 62 c 63 d 64 e 65 f 66 g 67 h 68

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OUTPUT SWITCHING COMMANDS ASCII (HOST-SWITCHER) RESPONSE (SWITCHER-HOST)

All

Example 3*21! Out21•InØ3 Example explanation: Connect Virtual Output 21 to Virtual Input 3 in all Planes (i.e. Audio Follows

Video). RGB Video * % Out •In •Vid Audio * $ Out •In •Aud Specific BME * * ! Out •In •Bme

Example 11*2*2! OutØ2•In11•BMEØ2 Example explanation: Connect physical Output 2 in BME 2 to physical Input 11 in BME 2.

PRESET COMMANDS ASCII (HOST-SWITCHER) RESPONSE (SWITCHER-HOST)

Save Current Recall . Rpr

Save for a room * , Rmm •Spr

Example 3*9 RmmØ3•SprØ9 Example explanation: Save Current Ties as Preset #9 for Room #3.

Recall for a room

* ! Out •In •All

* & Out •In •Vid

, Spr

* . Rmm •Rpr

RGB MUTE COMMANDS ASCII (HOST-SWITCHER) RESPONSE (SWITCHER-HOST)

RGB Mute RGB Un-mute b Vmt

Note: Where is not included, global RGB mute is activated.

B Vmt

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SETTING AUDIO GAIN COMMANDS ASCII (HOST-SWITCHER) RESPONSE (SWITCHER-HOST)

Positive

Example 4*3G InØ4•Aud+Ø3 Example explanation: Set Audio Gain on Virtual Input 4 to 3 dB.

Attenuation

Increment Audio Level (up) {G In •Aud Decrement Audio Level (down) }G In •Aud

Example 4}G InØ4•Aud+Ø2 Example explanation: (Decrement Audio Level on Virtual Input 4 - down 1 dB).

AUDIO MUTE COMMANDS ASCII (HOST-SWITCHER) RESPONSE (SWITCHER-HOST)

Audio Mute Audio Un-mute z Amt

Note: Where is not included, global Audio mute is activated.

LIST COMMANDS ASCII (HOST-SWITCHER) RESPONSE (SWITCHER-HOST)

List Room Configuration LR ROOM# NAME VIRTUAL OUTPUTS

* GIn•Aud

* gIn•Aud

Z Amt

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1 Security

2 Demo Rm , 27

3 , 15,16,17,18

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4,11,12,13

9 [unassigned]

Conf. Rm , 31,32

List Virtual inputs LI VIRT-IN# NAME LVL1 LVL2 LVL6

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1 Barco7 ,1o16,1o17,1o18,2oØ5,y ,n

2 Preview,1oØ1,1oØ2,1oØ3,2oØ1,y ,y

,1oØ4,1oØ5,1oØ6,2oØ2,y ,n

21 VCR ,1oØ7,1o62,1o63,2o21 ,n ,y

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LIST COMMANDS ASCII (HOST-SWITCHER) RESPONSE (SWITCHER-HOST)

List Remote Keypad LK ADDR#MODE ID# NAME USER INPUT

Example response for LK command ADDR#MODE ID# NAME USER INPUT

1 GLBL , 2 OUTP ,14 , ConfRm1 ,Ø5 5 OUTP ,15 , Security2 ,Ø5

64 ROOM ,1Ø, ConfRm2 ,Ø1

List Presets LP ROOM# PRESET# NAME FOLLOW MODE

Example response for LP command ROOM# PRESET# NAME FOLLOW MODE

GL 32 ,LunchConfig ,ALL

1 ,DailyConfig ,ALL

1 ,WkEndConfig ,NO

2 ,NightConfig ,ALL

ØØ

,TestConfig ,NO

INFORMATION COMMANDS ASCII (HOST-SWITCHER) RESPONSE (SWITCHER-HOST)

Query Software Version Q/q Ver Specific BME Q/q Ver

Example 4Q Ver 1. Example explanation: Query Firmware version of BME #4. 4Q or 4q is acceptable as ASCII command format.

Request Part Number N/n N6Ø-25x-iofr (Response = BME #Ø Part Number) Specific BME

Note: x = Ø = Matrix 64ØØ Wideband, x = 1 = Matrix 32ØØ Wideband, x = 2 = Matrix 64ØØ Lo Res, x = 3 = Matrix 32 io = Two character Input/Output Matrix configuration code (see Page B-1) f = FPC-1

Request Information I/i I

Example I I64X64•T1•U2•M21X21•VmtØ•Amt1•Sys1•Dgn Example explanation: I64X64 indicates that this BME has 64 physical inputs and 64 physical outputs.

T1= Wideband Switcher, U2 indicates system has 2 BMEs and is set to M21X21 (21 Virtual Inputs and 21 Virtual Outputs). Vmt no redundant power supply and the main power supply is on. Dgn diagnostics passed. Dgn2

Specific BME

Notes:

1. Command “

ØØØ

+ is physical size of this BME.

, , , , are each two digit fields.

N/n N6Ø-25x-iofr

ØØ

Lo Res, x = 4 = Matrix 64ØØ Sync, x = 5 = Matrix 32ØØ Sync, x = 6 = Audio.

installed?

I ” is equivalent to “I” or “i” command.

1 = Wideband, 2 = Lo-Res, 3 = Sync, 4 = Audio (for this BME), Ø = BME not present.

, Ø

= No, 1 = Yes. r = Redundant Power Supplies installed?, Ø = No, 1 = Yes.

= Video is not Muted, Amt1 = Audio is Muted. Sys1 indicates that this BME has

if reported = System physical size has changed since last virtualized.

I/i Same as Request Information Response above.

ØØ

X •T •U •M

X •Vmt •Amt •Sys •Dgn

ØØ

indicates no error (BME’s self-test

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Ø4•64•ØØ•ØØ•ØØ•ØØ•Ø3•Ø1•ØØ•ØØ•ØØ•64•ØØ•Ø1•ØØ•ØØ•Plane 1↵

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VIEW COMMANDS ASCII (HOST-SWITCHER) RESPONSE (SWITCHER-HOST)

Audio Gain V/v

Example V15G In15•Aud-Ø6 Example explanation: Virtual Input 15 Audio Level is set to -6 dB.

Global PRESET information

Example

Global PRESET Ties * *ØØVA

Views are 16 virtual outputs at a time; each position shows what virtual input is connected to that virtual output. Preset Ø views the current configuration.

Example 1

Example 1 explanation: Read Preset Ø (current) Ties of Virtual Inputs to Virtual Outputs Ø1 through 16 in Follow mode.

Example 2

Example 2 explanation: Read Preset Ø (current) Ties of Virtual Inputs to Virtual Outputs 17 through 32 in Follow mode.

Example 3

Example 3 explanation: Read Preset 3 Ties of Virtual Inputs to Virtual Outputs 49 through 64 in Follow mode.

GIn·Aud

VI ,Grp

VI Jims_Lecture,GrpA

SO•SO+1•SO+2

virtual input #4 tied to virtual output #1

Ø*Ø1*ØØ

Ø*17*ØØ

3*49*ØØ

virtual input #4 tied to virtual output #49

Ø4•64•ØØ•ØØ•ØØ•ØØ•Ø3•Ø1•ØØ•ØØ•ØØ•64•ØØ•Ø1•ØØ•ØØ•All↵

virtual input #64 tied to virtual output #2

virtual input #4 tied to virtual output #17

Ø4•64•ØØ•ØØ•ØØ•ØØ•Ø3•Ø1•ØØ•ØØ•ØØ•64•ØØ•Ø1•ØØ•ØØ•All↵

virtual input #64 tied to virtual output #18

in a 64 virtual input x 56 virtual output configuration, the last 8 virtual outputs are nonexistent (see note 2 below)

Ø4•--•ØØ•ØØ•ØØ•--•Ø3•Ø1•na•na•na•na•na•na•na•na•All↵

virtual output #50 does not have audio follow (see note 3 below)

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no virtual input tied to virtual output #16

no virtual input tied to virtual output #32

SO+15

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Global PRESET w/Total Breakaway * * VC

Command description preset*start-output*plane

Global PRESET by Specific BME * * VD

Command description preset*start-output*BME#

SO•SO+1•SO+2

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SO+15

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Command description room*preset*start-output*plane

Command Response Description

VI Jims_Lecture,GrpB Read Preset 1 breakaway information (follow versus breakaway mode)

In the 4 examples below, all Ties are read from a 32 x 32 virtual RGBA (red, green, Blue, Audio) system with Audio/ Video breakaway (Grp B). In Examples 1 and 2 below (Video breakaway), only virtual plane 1 (Red) needs to be read, since virtual planes 2 and 3 (Green and Blue) are the same as virtual plane 1. Examples 3 and 4 below

refer to virtual Audio breakaway with virtual plane 4 representing Audio.

Example 1

Explanation: Read Preset 1 Red (plane 1) Ties of Virtual Video Inputs to Virtual Video Outputs Ø1 through 16.

Example 2

Explanation: Read Preset 1 Red (plane 1) Ties of Virtual Video Inputs to Virtual Video Outputs 17 through 32.

Example 3

Explanation: Read Preset 1 Audio (plane 4) Ties of Virtual Audio Inputs to Virtual Audio Outputs Ø1 through 16.

Example 4

Explanation: Read Preset 1 Audio (plane 4) Ties of Virtual Audio Inputs to Virtual Audio Outputs 17 through 32.

1*Ø1*Ø1

1*17*Ø1

1*Ø1*Ø4

1*17*Ø4

virtual input #4 tied to virtual output #17

Ø4•64•ØØ•ØØ•ØØ•ØØ•Ø3•Ø1•ØØ•ØØ•ØØ•64•ØØ•Ø1•ØØ•ØØ•Plane 4↵

virtual input #64 tied to virtual output #18

Rvo

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Rvo....

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Rvo....

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virtual audio plane

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VIEW COMMANDS ASCII (HOST-SWITCHER) RESPONSE (SWITCHER-HOST)

Virtual Output MUTES VM

Notes:

1. Start output is always

1 for Room PRESET, because room has max. of 16 outputs assigned.

2. All “VI” values in responses are 2 numeric characters (i.e. 12 or virtual outputs

3. In “VA” View, any outputs that do not follow show as “- -“ in response

4. SO = “Start-Output” parameter in “Global Preset commands”.

5. Rvo - Rvo.... = Set of Virtual Outputs assigned to specified “room” (up to 16 total).

RGB DELAY COMMANDS ASCII (HOST-SWITCHER) RESPONSE (SWITCHER-HOST)

Read RGB Delay (for 1 ch.)

D Out •Dly

Set RGB Delay (for 1 ch.) d * Out •Dly

Note: Where = delay in 1/2 second increments (i.e. Ø = Ø sec, 1Ø = 5.Ø sec)

DIRECT WRITE OF GLOBAL PRESETS COMMANDS ASCII (HOST-SWITCHER) RESPONSE (SWITCHER-HOST)

Start Write Mode

P Write Preset Ready

End Write Mode p End Write Preset

Example P32 Write Preset 32 Ready

1*1! 1*2& 1*3% : : 1*64$

p End Write Preset 32

Notes:

1. Any non-output switching or invalid command between the Start and End commands will be ignored.

2. If there is no activity for 5 seconds while in write mode, then error E17 occurs.

3. No front panel switching (Actual Switching) is allowed during the Start and End commands.

4. If an End command

p command is issued with no Start command, then error E10 occurs.

QUICK RECALL OF GLOBAL PRESETS COMMANDS ASCII (HOST-SWITCHER) RESPONSE (SWITCHER-HOST)

Quick Recall Preset

. Rpr

Notes:

1. If the Quick Recall Preset (

.) command is issued without an active write, then error E10 occurs.

2. Complete backplane switch within 60mSeconds (apprx.) after receipt of the command.

3. Recall must take place 100mSeconds after End Write Mode command (

4. Quick recall command only recalls last entered direct write preset.

SET NAMES COMMANDS ASCII (HOST-SWITCHER) RESPONSE (SWITCHER-HOST)

Read Global preset name

Write Global preset name nG , NamP Read Room preset name NP *

Write Room preset name nP * , NamP Read Room Name NR

Write Room Name nR , NamR Read Virtual Input Name NI

Write Virtual Input Name nI , NamI Read Virtual Output Name NO

Write Virtual Output Name nO , NamO

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ZAP CONFIGURATION COMMANDS ASCII (HOST-SWITCHER) RESPONSE (SWITCHER-HOST)

Zap All Global presets & names Zap individual Global zT ZapT Zap All Room presets & names zP ZapP Zap individual Room Preset zT * ZapT Zap All RGB Delay to Ø sec. zD ZapD Zap all Audio Gains to Ø dB. zA ZapA UnMute RGB/Audio (All Mutes) zZ ZapZ Factory Master Reset zXXX ZapXXX

If the switcher receives a command that is invalid or contains invalid parameters, it will return an Error Code response. The error code response has the format “Exx”. Following is a list of possible error code responses.

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Description of Error code

1 Invalid input channel number (too large)

5 Device is off

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Invalid command E11 E12 E13 Value too large (Gain) E14 E17 E2 E21 Invalid Room number E22 E23

Invalid preset number (too large)

Invalid output number (too large)

Command not available for matrix configuration

Timeout

Invalid BME number

Busy

Checksum error

SWITCHER GENERATED UNSOLICITED RESPONSES

When a local event takes place, such as a Front Panel operation, the switcher responds by sending an unsolicited response (RECONFIGxx) to the Host. Use the 2 digit code xx to locate a description of the event below.

RECONFIG RECONFIG

RECONFIG RECONFIG RECONFIG RECONFIG RECONFIG RECONFIG RECONFIG RECONFIG1 RECONFIG11 = Room#1

RECONFIG12 = Name change for global preset #1-16 RECONFIG13 = Name change for global preset #17-32

RECONFIG14 = Current connection change RECONFIG17 = Name change for virtual input #1-16

RECONFIG18 = Name change for virtual input #17-32 RECONFIG19 = Name change for virtual input #33-48 RECONFIG2

ØØ

= Audio level change

2 = Room#1 or room#1’s preset name change

3 = Room#2 or room#2’s preset name change

4 = Room#3 or room#3’s preset name change

5 = Room#4 or room#4’s preset name change

6 = Room#5 or room#5’s preset name change

7 = Room#6 or room#6’s preset name change

8 = Room#7 or room#7’s preset name change

9 = Room#8 or room#8’s preset name change Ø

= Room#9 or room#9’s preset name change

or room#1Ø’s preset name change

= Name change for virtual input #49-64

RECONFIG21 = Name change for virtual output #1-16 RECONFIG22 = Name change for virtual output #17-32 RECONFIG23 = Name change for virtual output #33-48 RECONFIG24 = Name change for virtual output #49-64

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RECONFIG25 = Individual mute change RECONFIG26 = RGB->SYNC delay change RECONFIG34 = A global preset has been saved

RECONFIG35 = A room preset has been saved RECONFIG36 = All RGB Sync Delays initialized (Zapped to RECONFIG37 = All Audio Levels initialized (Zapped to RECONFIG38 = All Mutes initialized (Zapped to UnMuted)

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RECONFIG99 = Entire System initialized (Master Reset)

= Global mute change

= Power supply status changed

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Upgrade and Troubleshooting Procedures

Installing a Software Update (IC Chip)

Swapping RS-232/RS-422 Ports

Checking/Replacing Fuses

Upgrade and Troubleshooting Procedures

The following procedures may be done in the field.

• Add Front Panel Controller (FPC 1000) - see Page 5-1.

• Installing a Software Upgrade - see Page 5-3.

• Swapping RS-232 / RS-422 Ports - see Page 5-4.

• Troubleshooting a system problem - see Page 5-5.

• Adding Video cards to a Matrix 6400 Wideband Switcher- see Page 5-7.

• Adding Video cards to a Matrix 3200 Wideband Switcher- see Page 5-9.

• Adding BMEs to a Matrix 3200/6400 System - see Page 5-13.

Adding a Front Panel Controller to an existing system

Adding a Front Panel Controller to an existing system involves replacing the blank Access Panel on any BME (except Sync) with the FPC 1000 panel. A system can only have one Front Panel Controller and it must be installed on BME #0. The details for installing the FPC 1000 are included in the User’s Manual provided with the unit.

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Upgrades or repairs may require access to internal areas of a BME. Internal access for the 5U/7U high Sync BME requires removal of ten screws (see Figure 5-2.A) plus a ribbon cable allowing the front panel to be removed (if the Sync BME is rack mounted and the case has no underneath support, it must be removed from the rack before removing the front panel).

All other BMEs include an access panel (blank or FPC 1000) that can be removed using a coin or a flat blade screwdriver to rotate the two captive screws as shown in Figure 5-2.C and 5-2.D. Pull the top of the access panel out slightly then lift up and remove it from the front panel. The FPC 1000 will have a cable connecting it to the Main Controller, unplug the connector.

When done, reverse the procedure to reinstall the front panel or the access panel.

For Sync BME, remove 10 screws.

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Installing A Software Update

To install a software update, IC U9 or U6 (or both) on the Main Control circuit card is replaced. If the system consists of multiple BMEs, the software IC(s) in each BME’s Main Control card may need to be updated. Use the following procedure to replace the IC(s).

1. Power the system OFF and unplug the AC power cord.

2. Remove the Access Panel (Front Panel if Sync BME). See Page 5-2.

3. Use the PLCC IC puller (Figure 5-3.A) to remove the existing Software IC. Squeeze the tool to align the hooks with the slots provided in opposite corners of IC socket U9 or U6. Insert the hooks, squeeze gently and pull the IC straight out of the socket. Set the IC aside.

4. Note the key (angled corner) of the new Software IC. Orient this to match the key of the socket and carefully press it in place.

5. Reinstall the Access Panel (Front Panel if Sync BME).

6. Plug in the AC power cord, power the system ON.

7. Verify that the switcher is working properly.

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Swapping RS-232 / RS-422 Ports

Swapping RS-232/RS-422 ports involves moving a ribbon cable from one Main Control card connector to another.

Ribbon Cable Connectors

The ribbon cables used in the Matrix Wideband Video Switchers use a self-latching style receptacle. Figure 5-

4.A shows how it operates.

1. Press each of the two tabs outward, this unlocks the receptacle and ejects the ribbon cable connector part way. Pull evenly on the ribbon cable connector to remove it.

2. When reconnecting the cable, first align the pins in the receptacle with the holes in the connector and press evenly into the receptacle until the receptacle tabs lock the connector in place.

Swapping Serial Ports (RS-232/RS-422)

______ Before working inside, unplug the power cord.

Figure 5-4.A

The Matrix Wideband Video Switchers are normally connected for RS-232 use. If your application requires RS-422, follow this procedure (and Figure 5-4.B) to change the configuration. The procedure for removing and installing the ribbon cables is described above in “Ribbon Cable Connectors”.

1. Power OFF the BME, unplug the power cord.

2. Remove the Access Panel on BME #0 (Page 5-2), locate the Main Control card (see Figure 5-3.A).

3. Locate two ribbon cable receptacles (Figure 5-4.B) One is empty and the other has a ribbon cable which goes to the rear panel. J4 is the RS-232 receptacle and J5 is the RS-422 receptacle. If the connection is not correct for your application, disconnect the cable and move it to the other receptacle.

4. Reinstall the Access Panel.

5. Plug in the AC power cord, power ON the BME.

MAIN + J13

RED J16

RED + J14

RS-422

To RS-232/RS-422 Connector

Figure 5-4.B Main Control Card - for card location, see Figure 5-3.A.

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Troubleshooting a Matrix 3200/6400 System Problem

All Matrix 3200/6400 BME front panels include LEDs at the bottom of the panel which are bracketed and labeled DIAGNOSTICS. These LEDs (Figure 5-6.A) indicate the current status of the BME power supplies, the RS232/BME/MKP Communications RX and TX lines, and the System Status. The following descriptions include normal/failure/status conditions for each LED.

Power Supplies

Primary +V Green LED ON = Normal

OFF = Failure

Primary -V Green LED ON = Normal

OFF = Failure

Redundant +V Green LED ON = Normal

OFF = Failure (or Redundant not present) Blinking = Redundant +V supplying full +V load

(indicates Primary +V power supply failure)

Redundant -V Green LED ON = Normal

OFF = Failure (or Redundant not present) Blinking = Redundant -V supplying full +V load

(indicates Primary -V power supply failure)

______ If a BME fails to power ON, check the BME external AC fuse (see Page 5-6).

If the Diagnostic LEDs indicate that a power supply has failed, check the power supply fuse (see Page 5-6).

BME #0 must be powered ON at the same time or after other BMEs. Any BME powered on after BME #0 will not be seen by the internal system software.

Communications

RS232 TX - Red LED ON/Blinking = BME is transmitting data to Host RS232 RX - Green LED ON/Blinking = BME is receiving data from Host BME TX - Red LED ON/Blinking = BME is transmitting data BME RX - Green LED ON/Blinking = BME is receiving data MKP TX - Red LED ON/Blinking = BME is transmitting to Remote keypad MKP RX - Green LED ON/Blinking = BME is receiving from Remote keypad

______ 1. MKP TX/RX LEDs are not present on SYNC BMEs.

2. MKP LED conditions above apply only to BME #0.

3. RS-232 LED conditions above apply only to BME #0.

4. A communications failure between BME #0 and other BMEs could be caused by one BME loading down the BME TX or RX line. To determine if that is the case, run the RJ-45 BME COMM interconnecting cable to bypass each BME one at a time.

Communication Failure Message

A communication failure between BME #0’s main controller and the FPC 1000 (if present) may result in an error message display on the FPC 1000 LCD screen. There is no indication of this error on the front panel and it will not occur on a system that does not have an FPC 1000. The error message follows:

Communication Failure ## Record the information following “Communication Failure” and call Extron

Technical Support.

System Status Amber LED ON = Normal

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Checking/Replacing the BME External AC Input Fuse

The AC power input cord plugs into the Power-Switch/Fuse assembly which is located on the rear panel in the lower left corner of the BME. To check/replace the external fuse, remove the power-cord and insert the tip of a small screwdriver blade into the fuse-holder slot (the fuse-holder is located just below the power-switch). Pry the fuse-holder out, it contains the AC input fuse plus a spare. If may be obvious that the fuse is blown, if not, check it with an ohmmeter or any other continuity device if available. If the fuse is blown, replace it with the provided spare. Plug the AC power cord in and Power the BME ON. Verify that the unit powered ON correctly (check Front Panel LEDs). If the LEDs are in the proper state, the problem has been corrected. If not, contact Extron Technical Support.

Checking/Replacing the BME Internal Power Supply AC Input Fuses

Each internal power supply has an AC input fuse. If a power supply fuse blows, the Front Panel LED for that power supply will go OFF (it is normally solid ON). If the BME has redundant power supplies, the redundant supply for the failed power supply will assume the full load and its front panel diagnostic LED will blink indicating that the Main (Primary) power supply is inoperative. To check/ replace a power supply fuse, unplug the AC power cord from the BME rear panel, remove the Access Panel (Front Panel if Sync BME - see Page 5-2). Power supply fuse locations are shown in Figure 5-6.A (circled). Remove the fuse from the problem power supply. If may be obvious that the fuse is blown, if not, check it with an ohmmeter or any other continuity device if available. If the fuse is blown, replace it, plug the AC power cord in, power up the BME and check Diagnostic LEDs. If the problem persists, call Extron Technical Support.

AC POWER INPUT

FUSE: 250V 0.8A TT

100-240V 0.5A MAX 50/60Hz

Redundant V+ Power Supply

Primary V+ Power Supply

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Matrix 6400 Wideband Video Switcher Upgrade - Adding Video Circuit-Cards

Upgrading a Matrix 6400 Video Switcher which has a matrix size smaller than 64x64 requires adding one or more video cards. Both Input and Output Video cards may be required as shown in Figure 5-7.A below. Page 5-8 describes how to determine how many of each card type is required to change from one matrix size to another and which connectors to plug the new cards into. The following procedure describes how to do the upgrade.

1. See Page 5-12 “Software Procedure – Before and After a Hardware Upgrade”.

2. Set the BME power switch (rear panel) to OFF and unplug the AC power cord.

3. Remove the Access Panel.

4. Remove the horizontal bars securing the video cards.

5. Plug the video cards in as required.

6. Reinstall the horizontal bars to secure the video cards.

7. Reinstall the Access Panel.

8. Plug the AC power cord in and set the BME power switch to ON.

9. See Page 5-12 “After Hardware Changes” if system virtualization is required.

10. Verify that the new matrix size is correctly identified.

Video Output Card (PN# 20-214-00)

The inside layout of the Matrix 6400 Wideband Video Switcher rear panel is 8 video input card connectors across the top and 8 across the bottom with 8 video output connectors across the center between the video input connectors.

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The drawing above shows the layout of the input and output video circuit card connectors on the inside of the Matrix 6400 Wideband Video Switcher rear panel. The chart below shows the REQUIRED circuit card population for every possible matrix configuration. If the cards are not installed as shown for each matrix size, the Matrix 6400 System Virtualization/Control software will be unable to accurately virtualize the system. The Input Video circuit cards (part #20-213-00) plug into connectors JC1 - JC16, the Output Video circuit cards (part #20-214-00) plug into connectors JD1 - JD8. The connectors are keyed and it is not possible to plug an input card into an output connector or an output card into an input connector.

For example, a matrix 32x8 will have 2-input video cards in connectors JC1 and JC5, and 1-output video card in connector JD1. To upgrade this example system to a matrix 64x16, plug 2-input video cards into connectors JC9 and JC13, and

OUTPUTS

1-output video card into connector JD2.

A second example is a matrix 32x32 which would have 4-input video cards in JC1, JC2, JC5 and JC6, and 4-output video cards in JD1, JD2, JD3 and JD4. To upgrade to a matrix 64x64, plug 12input video cards into JC3, JC4, JC7, JC8 and JC9 - JC16, and 4output cards into JD6 - JD8.

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Upgrading a Matrix 3200 Video Switcher which has a matrix size smaller than 32x32 requires adding one or more video cards. Both Input and Output Video cards may be required as shown in Figure 5-9.A below. Page 5-10 describes how to determine how many of each card type is required to change from one matrix size to another and which connectors to plug the new cards into. The following procedure describes how to do the upgrade.

1. See Page 5-12 “Software Procedure – Before and After a Hardware Upgrade”.

2. Set the BME power switch (rear panel) to OFF and unplug the AC power cord.

3. Remove the Access Panel.

4. Remove the horizontal bar securing the video cards.

5. Plug the video cards in as required.

6. Reinstall the horizontal bar to secure the video cards.

7. Reinstall the Access Panel.

8. Plug the AC power cord in and set the BME power switch to ON.

9. See Page 5-12 “After Hardware Changes” if system virtualization is required.

10. Verify that the new matrix size is correctly identified.

The inside layout of the Matrix 3200 Wideband Video Switcher rear panel is 2 video input card connectors on each side of 4 video output connectors.

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(PN# 20-213-00)

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The drawing above shows the layout of the input and output video circuit card connectors on the inside of the Matrix 3200 Wideband Switcher rear panel. The chart below shows the REQUIRED circuit card population for every possible matrix configuration. If the cards are not installed as shown for each matrix size, the Matrix 3200/6400 System Virtualization/Control Software will be unable to accurately virtualize the system. The Input Video circuit cards (PN# 20-213-00) plug into connectors JC1 - JC4, the Output Video circuit cards (PN# 20-214-00) plug into connectors JD1 - JD4. The connectors are keyed and it is not possible to plug an input card into an output connector or an output card into an input connector.

For example, a matrix 32x8 will have 2-input video cards in connectors JC1 and JC4, and 1-output video card in connector JD1. To upgrade this example system to a matrix 32x16, plug a

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1-output video card into connector JD2.

A second example is a matrix 16x16 which would have 1-input video card in JC1, and 2-output video cards in JD1 and JD2. To

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JC4. To upgrade from a 16x16 to a 32x24, plug

input video cards into JC2, JC3 and JC4, and plug an output video card into JD3.

P/N 60-251-BD

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Adding BME(s) to a Matrix 3200/6400 System

Adding BME(s) to an existing Matrix 3200/6400 System involves doing most of the same steps as an initial installation. Extron recommends that the following steps be done in the order listed to add BME(s).

1. See Page 5-12 “Software Procedure – Before and After a Hardware Upgrade”.

2. Installing BME(s). Remove power before proceeding. (Page 5-11 below)

3. Set the BME address numbers (0 - 5). (Page 2-2)

4. Connect the BME COMM interconnecting cable(s). (Page 2-2)

5. Connect the RS-232/RS-422 cable to BME #0’s serial port. (Page 2-2)

6. Connect the AC Power cable(s) to the BME(s). (Page 2-2)

7. Apply AC power to the BMEs and Verify Normal Power-Up. (Page 2-2)

8. Load the Matrix 6400 System Virtualization/Control Software. (Page 2-3)

9. See Page 5-12 “After Hardware Changes” if system virtualization is required.

10. Connect cables to BMEs (video, sync and/or audio cables). (Page 2-4) The procedure for installing BMEs follows.

1. Installing BME(s)

BMEs may be separated by up to 12 feet and rack mounting is NOT required. If the BMEs are to be rack mounted, they may mounted in any order within a rack or cabinet. The limiting factor is the BME COMM interconnecting cable length which is 12 feet maximum. There are no restrictions to the order in which BMEs may be mounted relative to each other. Logically, the BME addresses in a system such as the one shown in Figure 5-11.A would be set to 0 - 5 sequentially from top to bottom, however, a different order is acceptable and will not impact system operation in any way.

The following restrictions apply to installing BMEs.

• One BME must be assigned as BME #0.

• BME #0 cannot be a Sync module.

• Address assignments must not skip numbers.

• Address assignments of 0 - 5 are accepted,

BMEs w/address 6-9 are ignored.

• A system is limited to one audio module.

• A system may NOT include both Wideband

video and Low Resolution video modules. An upgrade that adds BME(s) may also require

adding video cards to the original system BME(s), if so, go to Page 5-1 for directions to the appropriate procedure.

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MATRIX 6400

DIAGNOSTICS

RS232 BME

DIAGNOSTICS

SYNC

SYSTEM STATUS

MATRIX 6400

SYNC

Figure 5-11.A An example of a rack-mounted system

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SYSTEM

POWER SUPPLIES COMMUNICATIONS

STATUS

RS232 BME REMOTE PRIMARY TX

REDUNDANT RX

MATRIX 6400

WIDEBAND VIDEO

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Chapter 5 • Upgrades and Troubleshooting

Software Procedure – Before and After a Hardware Upgrade

Prior to upgrading a Matrix 3200/6400 Wideband Video Switcher System, read the “Upgrade System – Software Procedure” below. The suggested procedure can save you a lot of time reconfiguring a system that is going to have a hardware upgrade installed. The procedure includes steps to be performed before and after the hardware upgrade.

Upgrade System – Software Procedure

The UPGRADE WIZARD is started by clicking the TOOLS | UPGRADE menu on the main screen. It guides you through restoration of all your system settings (programming of Presets, Virtual Names, Rooms, etc.) when you add more physical IO ports or more BMEs to your existing 3200/6400 system. For best results, click on UPGRADE before you actually change your hardware configuration. The WIZARD will take you through the following steps:

Before Hardware Changes

• Saves current MATRIX settings in the MTRX6400.INI file.

• Exits program for you so you may power down your system and make the

hardware changes.

After Hardware Changes

• Presents the Virtual Configuration screen so you may re-virtualize the

system to match your new hardware configuration.

• Restores MATRIX settings from the MTRX6400.INI file saved before

the hardware configuration was changed. All settings are restored from before, except the Map.

• You may want to assign new icons and names to any Virtual IO ports

that were newly created by your upgrade after the wizard has finished. This would also be the time to update your Room Configurations if needed.

NOTE: The upgrade wizard also allows you to downgrade your system (remove hardware), but various Room and Preset settings may not fully restore since some of the Virtual input and output ports may no longer exist.

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Notes

Matrix 3200 & 6400 Wideband Video/Sync Switchers

Appendix A

Reference Information

Switcher Part Numbers

Related Part Numbers

BNC Cables

Glossary of Terms

Work-sheets

Matrix 3200/6400 Series Part Numbers

Part Numbers for Matrix 3200/6400 switchers use the following format:

60-25x-iofr

where: x = 0 = Matrix 6400 Wideband

x = 1 = Matrix 3200 Wideband x = 2 = Matrix 6400 Video x = 3 = Matrix 3200 Video x = 4 = Matrix 6400 Sync x = 5 = Matrix 3200 Sync x = 6 = Matrix 6400 Audio

io = Inputs/Outputs (Matrix size). The i and the o are replaced by two characters which identify the exact size of the Matrix.

f = Front Panel Controller (FPC 1000) f = 0 = No, f = 1 = Yes

r = Redundant Power Supply r = 0 = No, r = 1 = Yes

Appendix A • Reference Information

An example of a typical Matrix 3200/6400 part number follows:

60-250-HD11

For this example: x = 0 = Matrix 6400 Wideband

io = HD = 64x32 which was obtained from the Matrix 6400 Wideband Part Number Table on Page A-2 as illustrated below. The vertical column identifies i (# of Inputs) and the horizontal row identifies o (# of Outputs).

163248 64

16 24 32 40 48 56 64

AA AB BC BD CE

CF DG DH

BA BB DC DD FE FF HG HH

CA CB FC FD

LG LH

DA DB HC HD

LF PG PH

f = 1 = yes = Front Panel Controller r = 1 = yes = Redundant Power Supply

For the example above, the io characters would be BA for matrix size 32x8, DD for matrix size 32x32 and PH for matrix size 64x64.

The Matrix 3200 Wideband and Matrix 6400 Audio io characters are selected using the same procedure as is used with the Matrix 6400 Wideband, but with different tables as shown on Page A-2.

The io characters for the Matrix 3200 Sync part number are DD as it is only available in one matrix size, 32x32. The io characters for the Matrix 6400 Sync part numbers are PH as it is also available in only one matrix size, 64x64. Either of the two Sync part numbers may include r = 0 or 1 but f must be 0 as a Sync module cannot have a Front Panel Controller.

Matrix 3200/6400 Part Numbers (with matrix tables) are shown on Page A-2.

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Matrix 3200/6400 Series Part Numbers (continued from previous page)

Extron Part Part # Matrix 6400 Wideband Switcher 60-250-iofr

Two io (Inputs/Outputs) characters = table matrix size coordinate points. f = Front Panel Controller (FPC), 0 = No, 1 = Yes r = Redundant Power Supply (RPS), 0 = No, 1 = Yes

Matrix 3200 Wideband Switcher 60-251-iofr

Two io (Inputs/Outputs) characters = table matrix size coordinate points. f = Front Panel Controller (FPC), 0 = No, 1 = Yes r = Redundant Power Supply (RPS), 0 = No, 1 = Yes

Matrix 6400 Video Switcher 60-252-iofr

Two io (Inputs/Outputs) characters = table matrix size coordinate points. f = Front Panel Controller (FPC), 0 = No, 1 = Yes r = Redundant Power Supply (RPS), 0 = No, 1 = Yes Examples: 60-252-HE11 = 64 Inputs/40 Outputs 1-FPC & 1- RPS 60-252-HD10 = 64 Inputs/32 Outputs 1-FPC & 0-RPS 60-252-HH00 = 64 Inputs/64 Outputs 0-FPC & 0-RPS

Matrix 3200 Video Switcher 60-253-iofr

Two io (Inputs/Outputs) characters = table matrix size coordinate points. f = Front Panel Controller (FPC), 0 = No, 1 = Yes r = Redundant Power Supply (RPS), 0 = No, 1 = Yes Examples: 60-253-DB01 = 32 Inputs/16 Outputs 0-FPC & 1- RPS 60-253-DC10 = 32 Inputs/24 Outputs 1-FPC & 0-RPS 60-253-DD11 = 32 Inputs/32 Outputs 1-FPC & 1-RPS

Matrix 6400 Sync Switcher 60-254-PH0r

r = Redundant Power Supply (RPS), 0 = No, 1 = Yes Examples: 60-254-PH01 = 64 Inputs/64 Outputs with RPS 60-254-PH00 = 64 Inputs/64 Outputs without RPS

Matrix 3200 Sync Switcher 60-255-DD0r

r = Redundant Power Supply (RPS), 0 = No, 1 = Yes Examples: 60-255-DD01 = 32 Inputs/32 Outputs with RPS 60-255-DD00 = 32 Inputs/32 Outputs without RPS

Matrix 6400 Audio Switcher 60-256-iofr

Two io (Inputs/Outputs) characters = table matrix size coordinate points. f = Front Panel Controller (FPC), 0 = No, 1 = Yes r = Redundant Power Supply (RPS), 0 = No, 1 = Yes Examples: 60-256-HD01 = 64 Inputs/32 Outputs with RPS (no FPC) 60-256-HH10 = 64 Inputs/64 Outputs with FPC (no RPS) 60-256-DB11 = 32 Inputs/16 Outputs with FPC & RPS 60-256-BA00 = 16 Inputs/8 Outputs (no FPC, no RPS)

16 32 48 64

8 AA AB AC AD AE AF AG AH

BA BB BC BD BE BF BG BH

24 CA CB CC CD CE CF CG CH

8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64

DA DB DC DD DE DF DG DH

EA EB EC ED EE EF EG EH

FA FB FC FD FE FF FG FH

5640 GA GB GC GD GE GF GG GH

HA HB HC HD HE HF HG HH

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Appendix A • Reference Information

Matrix 3200/6400 Series Part Numbers (continued from previous page)

Extron Part Part # FPC 1000 (Matrix 6400 Series) 60-276-01 FPC 1000 (Matrix 3200 Series) 60-276-02 MCP 1000M 60-298-01 MCP 1000S 60-298-02 MKP 1000 (Gray) 60-239-01 MKP 1000 (Black) 60-239-02 MKP 1000 (White) 60-239-03 Stereo Audio Input Card (8 Inputs) 70-069-01 Stereo Audio Output Card (8 Outputs) 70-070-01 3200 Series Wideband Input Card (16 Inputs) 70-082-01 6400 Series Wideband Input Card (16 Inputs) 70-081-01 Wideband Output Card (8 Outputs) 70-067-01

Related Part Numbers

Extron Part Part # Captive Screw Audio Connector 10-319-10 RCA (female) BNC (male) Adapter 10-264-01 SVHS - BNC Adapter 26-353-01 GLI 250 (Ground Loop Isolator, 250 MHz RGBHV) 60-123-01 MKP 1000 User’s Manual 68-355-01 FPC 1000 User’s Manual 68-355-02 Matrix 6400 Audio User’s Manual 68-355-03 Matrix 3200/6400 System Virtualization/Control Software

(2-Diskettes) 29-036-01

BNC Cables (Super High Resolution (SHR) BNC Cables)

Extron SHR BNC cables are Super High Resolution BNC cables. Extron recommends that when using signals with a scanning frequency of 15-125 kHz and running distances of 100 feet or more, high resolution BNC cables should be used to achieve maximum performance.

Extron Part Part #

Bulk Cable

SHR Bulk Cable

Bulk SHR-1, 500’ 22-098-02 Bulk SHR-1, 1000’ 22-098-03 Bulk SHR-4, 500’ 22-099-02 Bulk SHR-5, 500’ 22-100-02 BNC SHR crimp connectors, qty. 50 100-075-51

BNC-4 MINI-HR Bulk Cable

Bulk BNC 4-500’ HR 22-032-02 Bulk BNC 4-1000’ HR 22-032-03

BNC 5 MINI-HR Bulk Cable

Bulk BNC 5-500’ HR 22-020-02 Bulk BNC 5-1000’ HR 22-020-03

BNC 5 Plenum MINI-HR BULK Cable

Bulk BNC 5-500’ HRP 22-103-02 Bulk BNC 5-1000’ HRP 22-103-03

Install Plenum Bulk Cable

Bulk Install Plenum, 500’ 22-111-03 Bulk Install Plenum, 1000’ 22-111-04

Assorted Connectors

BNC Connectors

BNC MINI-HR crimp connectors, qty. 50 100-074-51 BNC SHR crimp connectors, qty. 50 100-075-51 BNC Bulkhead connectors, qty. 50 (for custom wall plates) 100-076-51

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Pre-cut Cables

The BNC-4 HR is used for RGBS cable runs and the BNC-5 is used for RGBHV cable runs, but either type can also be used for composite video, S-Video or RGB with sync on green. All Extron BNC cables have male gender connectors on both ends. Also available is a plenum version of the BNC-5 HR cabling.

BNC-4 HR Cable

BNC-4-25’HR (25 feet/7.5 meters) 26-210-04 BNC-4-50’HR (50 feet/15.0 meters) 26-210-05 BNC-4-75’HR (75 feet/23.0 meters) 26-210-06 BNC-4-100’HR (100 feet/30.0 meters) 26-210-07 BNC-4-150’HR (150 feet/45.0 meters) 26-210-08 BNC-4-200’HR (200 feet/60.0 meters) 26-210-09 BNC-4-250’HR (250 feet/75.0 meters) 26-210-54 BNC-4-300’HR (300 feet/90.0 meters) 26-210-53

BNC-5 HR Cable

BNC-5-25’HR (25 feet/7.5 meters) 26-260-03 BNC-5-50’HR (50 feet/15.0 meters) 26-260-04 BNC-5-75’HR (75 feet/23.0 meters) 26-260-16 BNC-5-100’HR (100 feet/30.0 meters) 26-260-05 BNC-5-150’HR (150 feet/45.0 meters) 26-260-12 BNC-5-200’HR (200 feet/60.0 meters) 26-260-06 BNC-5-250’HR (250 feet/75.0 meters) 26-260-18 BNC-5-300’HR (300 feet/90.0 meters) 26-260-14

____ Bulk cable in lengths up to 5000' rolls is available with or without connectors.

Binary/Hex/Decimal Conversion Table

Decimal value n/a 64 32 16 8421 Dec. Hex Add the decimal values above for equivalents. 0 80/00h n/a 0 000000 1 81/01h n/a 0 000001

2 82/02h n/a 0 000010 3 83/03h n/a 0 000011

4 84/04h n/a 0 000100 5 85/05h n/a 0 000101

6 86/06h n/a 0 000110 7 87/07h n/a 0 000111

8 88/08h n/a 0 001000 9 89/09h n/a 0 001001

10 8A/0Ah n/a 0 001010 11 8B/0Bh n/a 0 001011

12 8C/0Ch n/a 0 001100 13 8D/0Dh n/a 0 001101

14 8E/0Eh n/a 0 001110 15 8F/0Fh n/a 0 001111

16 90/10h n/a 0 010000 etc.

32 A0/20h n/a 0 100000 etc.

64 C0/40h n/a 1 000000 etc.

99 E3/63h n/a 1 100011 100 E4/64h n/a 1 100100

etc. 127 FF/7F n/a 1 111111

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Glossary of terms

AC – Alternating Current – Flow of electrons that changes direction alternately. ADA – Extron’s product designation for Analog Distribution Amplifier. AMPS – Amperes – A unit of measurement for current. Analog – Analogue – A continuous signal that takes time to make a transition from one

ANSI – American National Standards Institute ASCII – American Standard Code for Information Interchange – The standard code

Attenuation – The decrease in magnitude of a signal. Audio Follow – A term used when audio is tied to other signals, such as video, and they

Balanced Audio – A method that uses three conductors for one audio signal. They are

Bandwidth – A frequency range, or “band” of frequencies, within which a device

Barrel – Outward curved edges on a display image. Also see “pincushion”. Blanking – The turning off of the electron beam that scans the image onto the screen.

Blooming – Most noticeable at the edges of images on a CRT, “blooming” is when the

BNC – It is a cylindrical Bayonet Connector which operates with a twist-locking motion.

Break-away – The ability to separate signals for the purpose of switching them

Buffer – Generally referred to as a unity gain amplifier used to isolate the signal source

Cable Equalization – The method of altering the frequency response of a video amplifier

Capacitance – The storing of an electrical charge. At high frequencies, capacitance that

Cathode Ray Tube – See CRT. Chroma – The characteristics of color information, independent of luminance intensity.

Chrominance Signal – Part of a television signal containing the color information.

Coaxial Cable – A two-conductor wire in which one conductor completely wraps the

Appendix A • Reference Information

Following is a list of terms taken from Extron’s Glossary.

level to another. Standard audio and video signals are analog. This signal has an infinite number of levels between its highest and lowest value. (Not represented by bits, such as with digital.)

consisting of 7-bit coded characters (8 bits including parity check), utilized to exchange information between data processing systems, data communication systems, and associated equipment. The ASCII set contains control characters and graphic characters.

are switched together. (The opposite of Break-away)

plus (+), minus (-) and ground. The ground conductor is strictly for shielding, and does not carry any signal. Also Differential Audio.

operates. In audio and video, it is the band of frequencies that can pass through a device without significant loss or distortion. The higher the bandwidth, the sharper the picture; low bandwidth can cause a “fuzzy” picture.

When the beam completes a scan line it must return (retrace) back to the left. During this time, the beam must be turned off (horizontal blanking). Similarly, when the last line has been scanned at the bottom of the screen, the beam must return to the upper left. This requires vertical blanking.

light (color) is so intense that it seems to exceed the boundary of the object. Thin lines and sharp edges could look thick and fuzzy. This may be caused by the brightness being set to high, or by a high voltage problem.

Two curved grooves in the collar of the male connector are aligned with two projections on the outside of the female collar. This allows the connector to be locked in place without the need of tools.

independently. For example: an audio and video signal from the same source may be “broken away” and switched to different destinations. This is the opposite of the term “follow”.

from the load. This is for both digital and analog signals.

to compensate for high frequency losses in cables that it feeds. (See Peaking.)

exists in cables also represents a form of impedance.

Hue and saturation are qualities of chroma. Black, gray, and white objects do not have chroma characteristics.

Abbreviated by “C”.

cable.

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Component Video – Our color television system starts with three channels of

information; Red, Green, & Blue (RGB). In the process of translating these channels to a single composite video signal they are often first converted to Y, R-Y, and B-Y. Both 3-channel systems, RGB and Y, R -Y, B -Y are component video signals. They are the components that eventually make up the composite video signal. Much higher program production quality is possible if the elements are assembled in the component domain.

Composite Sync – A signal consisting of horizontal sync pulses, vertical sync pulses,

and equalizing pulses only, with no signal reference level.

Composite Video – A mixed signal comprised of the luminance (black and white),

chrominance (color), blanking pulses, sync pulses and color burst.

Contrast – The range of light and dark values in a picture or the ratio between the

maximum and the minimum brightness values. Low contrast is shown mainly as shades of gray, while high contrast is shown as blacks and whites with very little gray. It is also a TV monitor adjustment which increases or decreases the level of contrast of a televised picture.

Crosstalk – Interference from an adjacent channel which adds an undesirable signal to

the desired signal.

Crosstalk Isolation – Attenuation of an undesired signal introduced by crosstalk from an

adjacent channel.

CRT – Cathode Ray Tube – A vacuum tube that produces light when energized by the

electron beam generated inside the tube. A CRT has a heater element, cathode, and grids in the neck of the tube, making up the “gun”. An electron beam is produced by the gun and is accelerated toward the front display, or screen surface of the tube. The display surface contains phosphors that light up when hit by the electron beam. The CRT is more commonly known as picture tube.

dB – Decibel – The standard unit used to express gain or loss of power. It indicates the

logarithmic ratio of output power divided by input power. A power loss of 3 dB is an attenuation of half of the original value. The term “3dB down” is used to describe the “half power point”.

DC – Direct Current – The flow of electrons in one direction. D Connector – A connector with rounded corners and angled ends, taking on the shape

of the letter “D”. Commonly used in computers and video.

Decibel – See dB. Decoder – A device used to separate the RGBS (Red, Green, Blue and Sync) signals

from a composite video signal.

Differential Audio – See Balanced Audio. Distribution Amplifier (DA) – A device that allows connection of one input source to

multiple output sources such as monitors or projectors.

FCC – Federal Communications Commission – A unit of the U.S. Government that

monitors and regulates communications.

Field – In interlaced video, it takes two scans on a screen to make a complete picture, or

a “Frame”. Each scan is called a “Field”. Sometimes these are referred to as “field 1 and field 2”.

Flicker – Flicker occurs when the electron gun paints the screen too slowly, giving the

phosphors on the screen time to fade.

Frame – In interlaced video, a Frame is one complete picture. A Frame is made up of

two fields, or two sets of interlaced lines.

Frequency Range – Refers to the low-to-high limits of a device, such as a computer,

projector or monitor. Also “bandwidth”.

Gain – A general term used to denote an increase in signal power or voltage produced

by an amplifier in transmitting a signal from one point to another. The amount of gain is usually expressed in decibels above a reference level. Opposite of Attenuation.

Genlock – A method of synchronizing video equipment by using a common, external

“Genlock” signal.

Hertz – Hz – A measure of frequency in cycles per second.

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High Impedance – Hi Z or High Z – In video, when the signal is not terminated locally

and is going to another destination, where it will be terminated. In video, Hi Z is typically 10k ohms or greater.

Horizontal Rate – Horizontal Frequency – The number of complete horizontal lines,

including trace and retrace, scanned per second. Typically shown as a measure of kHz.

Horizontal Resolution – Smallest increment of a television picture that can be

discerned in the horizontal plane. This increment is dependent upon the video bandwidth and is measured in frequency. Determines the number of lines it takes to scan an image on the screen.

Hue – Tint Control – Red, yellow, blue, etc. are hues of color or types of color. Hue is

the parameter of color that allows us to distinguish between colors.

Hz – Hertz – Frequency in cycles per second. Impedance – Z – The opposition or “load” to a signal. Circuits that generate audio or

video signals, are designed to work with a certain “load”, or impedance. Typical video impedances: 75 ohm or High Z. Also see High Impedance and Low Impedance.

Interlaced – The process of scanning whereby the alternate lines of both scanned fields

fall evenly between each other.

IRE Scale – An oscilloscope scale that applies to composite video levels. Typically there

are 140 IRE units in one volt (1 IRE = 7.14 mV).

K – An abbreviation for kilobyte. A kilobyte is 1,000 bytes. In computer memory sizes,

the numbers are rounded down. e.g. 1k byte = 1024 bytes.

Kilohertz – kHz – Thousands of Hertz, or a frequency rate in units of thousands of

cycles per second. For example, CGA’s horizontal scan rate is 15.75 kHz or 15,750 hertz (Hz).

LED – Light-Emitting Diode Level Control – The Level Control on selected Extron interface products is similar to the

Contrast Control on a data monitor. It can either increase or decrease the output voltage level of the interface to the connected data monitor or projector. This results in greater or less contrast in the picture.

Low Impedance – The condition where the source or load is at a lower impedance than

the characteristic impedance of the cable. Low source impedances are common; low load impedances are usually fault conditions.

Luminance – This is the signal that represents brightness in a video picture. Luminance

is any value between black and white. In mathematical equations, luminance is abbreviated as “Y”.

M – Mega – An abbreviation for megabyte. A megabyte is 1024K, or roughly a million

bytes (1,048,076 to be exact [1024 x 1024]).

Matrix – In A/V, an electronic device used to collect and distribute video (and sometimes

audio) signals. See matrix switcher.

Matrix switcher – In audio/video, a means of selecting an input source and connecting it

to one or more outputs. A Matrix switcher would normally have multiple inputs and multiple outputs.

MHz (as in 8 MHz) – An abbreviation for megahertz. This is a unit of measurement and

refers to a million cycles per second. Bandwidth is measured in megahertz.

Milli – m – Abbreviation for one thousandth. Example: 1 ms = 1/1000 second. Monitor – (A) A TV that may receive its signal directly from a VCR, camera or separate

TV tuner for high quality picture reproduction. It may not contain a channel selector. (B) A video display designed for use with closed circuit TV equipment. (C) Device used to display computer text and graphics.

Non-Interlaced – Also called progressive scan – a method by which all the video scan

lines are presented on the screen in one sweep instead of two (also see interlaced).

Nonvolatile memory – Memory that retains data when power is turned off. NTSC – National Television Standards Committee – Television standard for North

America and certain countries in South America. 525 lines/60 Hz (60 Hz Refresh).

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Output – The product of an operation by a device going to some external destination,

such as another device, a video screen, image or hard copy.

PAL – Phase Alternate Line – The phase of the color carrier is alternated from line to

line. It takes four full pictures for the color horizontal phase relationship to return to the reference point. This alternation helps cancel out phase errors, the reason the hue control is not needed on PAL TV sets. PAL, in its many forms is used extensively in Western Europe.

PCB – Printed Circuit Board Peak-to-Peak – abbreviated p-p – The amplitude (voltage) difference (as displayed on

an oscilloscope) between the most positive and the most negative excursions (peaks) of an electrical signal.

Peaking – A means of compensating for mid and high frequency RGB Video Bandwidth

response in data monitors and projectors and for signal losses due to cable capacitance. When using the Peak enhancements, use the following guidelines for proper output settings: Use 50% with all computer frequencies between 15-125 kHz at any cable length. Use 100% with high frequency computers of 36 kHz or higher with cable lengths 75 feet or greater.

Pincushion – The inward or outward (curved) appearance of the edges of a display. Pin-out – An illustration or table that names signals, voltages, etc. that are on each pin

of a connector or cable.

Plenum Cable – Cable having a covering that meets the UL specifications for resistance

to fire.

PLUGE – Picture Line Up Generation Equipment – This is a name of a test pattern

that assists in properly setting picture black level. PLUGE can be part of many test patterns. The phrase and origination of the test signal are both credited to the BBC.

Power – Electrical – The dissipation of heat by passing a current through a resistance.

Measured in Watts (W), it is expressed by Ohm’s law from the two variables: Voltage (E) and Current (I). i.e. P = I2xR, or, P = E2/R or P = ExI

Resolution – The density of lines or dots that make up an image. Resolution determines

the detail and quality in the image. A) A measure of the ability of a camera or television system to reproduce detail. B) In video, generally called horizontal resolution. It can be evaluated by establishing the limit to which lines can be distinguished on a test pattern. A larger resolution value means a broader frequency band of the video signal. C) A measure of the greatest amount of detail that can be seen in an image. Often incorrectly expressed as a number of pixels in a given line; more correctly it is the bandwidth.

RGB – Red, Green, Blue – The basic components of the color television system. They

are also the primary colors of light, not to be confused with Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow, the primary pigments. Also called the “Additive Color Process”.

RGB Video – A form of color video signal (red, green, blue) distinctly different from the

composite color video used in standard television sets. RGB can be displayed only on a color monitor that has a separate electron gun for each of these primary colors. Some color television sets use only one gun. RGB monitors are noted for their crisp, bright colors and high resolution.

RS-170A – EIA technical standard NTSC color TV. RS-232 – An Electronic Industries Association (EIA) serial digital interface standard

specifying the electrical and mechanical characteristics of the communication path between two devices using D-type connectors. This standard is used for relatively short range communications and does not specify balanced control lines.

RS-422 – An EIA serial digital interface standard which specifies the electrical

characteristics of balanced voltage digital interface circuits. This standard is usable over longer distances than RS-232. Although originally designed for use with 9-pin and 37-pin, D-type connectors, it is often used with others, including 25-pin D-types. It is also used as the serial port standard for Macintosh computers. This signal governs the asynchronous transmission of computer data at speeds of up to 920,000 bits per second.

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SECAM – Sequential Couleur Avec Memoiré – Translated as “Sequential Color with

Memory”. A composite color transmission system that potentially eliminates the need for both a color and hue control on the monitor. One of the color difference signals is transmitted on one line and the second is transmitted on the second line. Memory is required to obtain both color difference signals for color decoding. This system is used in France, Africa, Asia and many Eastern European countries.

Serial Port – An output on the computer that allows it to communicate with other devices

in a serial fashion – data bits flowing on a single pair of wires. The serial port is most often used with RS-232 protocol.

SMPTE – Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers – A global

organization, based in the United States, that sets standards for base-band visual communications. This includes film as well as video standards.

SMPTE Pattern – The video test pattern made up of color, black, and white bands used

by television stations.

Software – The programs used to instruct a processor and its peripheral equipment. Switcher – Term often used to describe a special effects generator; a unit which allows

the operator to switch between video camera signals. Switchers are often used in industrial applications to switch between video camera monitoring certain areas for display on a monitor, or system of display devices. These kinds of switchers do not have sync generators.

Sync – In video, a means of synchronizing signals with timing pulses to insure that each

step in a process occurs at exactly the right time. For example: Horizontal Sync determines exactly when to begin each horizontal line (sweep) of the electron beam. Vertical Sync determines when to bring the electron beam to the top-left of the screen to start a new field. There are many other types of sync in a video system. (Also called Sync Signal or Sync Pulse.)

SVHS – A high band video recording process for VHS that increases the picture quality

and resolution capability. See S-Video.

S-Video – The composite video signal is separated into the Luminance (Y) and the

Chrominance (C).

Terminal – A device typically having a keyboard and display that is capable of sending

text to and receiving text from another device, a network, etc.

Termination – A load, or impedance at the end of a cable or signal line used to match

the impedance of the equipment that generated the signal. The impedance absorbs signal energy to prevent signal reflections from going back toward the source. In the video industry, termination impedance is typically 75 ohms.

Vertical Interval – The synchronizing information which is presented between fields, and

then signals the picture monitor to return to the top of the screen to start another vertical scan.

Videoconferencing — Conducting a conference between two or more locations using

video cameras, microphones and video monitors. The participants can be seen, as well as heard. Referred to as a “virtual conference room”.

Virtual conference room — See videoconferencing. Virtual map — Used with Extron’s virtual matrix switchers (Matrix 3200/6400), a virtual

map is made up of tables stored in memory that relate physical connectors (as on the back panel) to logical connections (as seen by the user). In printed form, this can show physical input/output connector numbers as they relate to virtual input/output numbers.

Virtual memory — The process of increasing the apparent size of a computer’s random-

access memory (RAM) by using a section of the hard disk storage as an extension of RAM.

Virtual switching — A means of making real, physical input or output ports appear to

have different numbers. For example, Extron’s Matrix 3200/6400 switchers can be programmed to switch a set (group) of connectors as one. Also see virtual map.

Wideband – A relative term indicating a high bandwidth. Y – In video, “Y” is an abbreviation for Luminance. Z – A symbol for impedance.

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Matrix 6400 Wideband Video Switcher Virtualization Work-sheet

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Appendix A • Reference Information

Matrix 3200 Wideband Video Switcher Virtualization Work-sheet

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FCC Class A Notice

Note: 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. These limits are designed to 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 harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

Note: This unit was tested with shielded cables on the peripheral devices. Shielded cables must be used with the unit to ensure compliance.

Extron’s Warranty

Extron Electronics warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two years from the date of purchase. In the event of malfunction during the warranty period attributable directly to faulty workmanship and/or materials, Extron Electronics will, at its option, repair or replace said products or components, to whatever extent it shall deem necessary to restore said product to proper operating condition, provided that it is returned within the warranty period, with proof of purchase and description of malfunction to:

USA, Canada, South America, Europe, Africa, and and Central America: the Middle East: Asia:

Extron Electronics Extron Electronics, Europe Extron Electronics, Asia 1230 South Lewis Street Beeldschermweg 6C 135 Joo Seng Road, #04-01 Anaheim, CA 92805 3821 AH Amersfoort PM Industrial Building United States of America The Netherlands Singapore 368363

This Limited Warranty does not apply if the fault has been caused by misuse, improper handling care, electrical or mechanical abuse, abnormal operating conditions or non-Extron authorized modification to the product.

If it has been determined that the product is defective, please call Extron and ask for an Applications Engineer at (714) 491-1500 (USA), 31.33.453.4040 (Europe), or 65.383.4400 (Asia) to receive an RA# (Return Authorization number). This will begin the repair process as quickly as possible.

Units must be returned insured, with shipping charges prepaid. If not insured, you assume the risk of loss or damage during shipment. Returned units must include the serial number and a description of the problem, as well as the name of the person to contact in case there are any questions.

Extron Electronics makes no further warranties either expressed or implied with respect to the product and its quality, performance, merchantability, or fitness for any particular use. In no event will Extron Electronics be liable for direct, indirect, or consequential damages resulting from any defect in this product even if Extron Electronics has been advised of such damage.

Please note that laws vary from state to state and country to country, and that some provisions of this warranty may not apply to you.

Extron Electronics, USA

1230 South Lewis Street, Anaheim, CA 92805

800.633.9876 714.491.1500 FAX 714.491.1517 USA

Extron Electronics, Europe

Beeldschermweg 6C, 3821 AH Amersfoort +31.33.453.4040 FAX +31.33.453.4050 The Netherlands

Extron Electronics, Asia

135 Joo Seng Rd. #04-01, PM Industrial Bldg. +65.383.4400 FAX +65.383.4664 Singapore 368363

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