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MSX1616/ MSX1616HR MATRIX SWITCHER
16–INPUT, 16–OUTPUT
MSX1616/MSX1616HR
OPERATION MANUAL
Installation and Safety Instructions
For Models without a Power Switch:
The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be accessible.
For all Models:
No serviceable parts inside the unit. Refer service to a qualified technician.
For Models with Internal or External Fuses:
For continued protection against fire hazard, replace only with same type and rating of fuse.
Instructions d’installation et de sécurité
Pour les modèles sans interrupteur de courant:
La prise de courant d’alimentation sera installé près de l’équipement et sera accessible.
Pour tout les modèles:
Pas de composants à entretenir à l’intérieur. Confiez toute réparation à un technicien qualifié.
Pour les modèles équipés de fusibles internes ou externes:
Afin d’éviter tout danger d’incendie, ne remplacer qu’avec le même type et la même valeur de fusible.
Installations- und Sicherheitshinweise
Für Geräte ohne Netzschalter:
Die Netzsteckdose soll in der Nähe des Gerätes installiert und frei zugänglich sein.
Für alle Geräte:
Keine Wartung innerhalb des Gerätes notwendig. Reparaturen nur durch einen Fachmann!
Für Geräte mit interner oder externer Sicherung:
Für dauernden Schutz gegen Feuergefahr darf die Sicherung nur gegen eine andere gleichen Typs und gleicher Nennleistung
ausgewechselt werden.
Instalacion E Instrucciones de Seguridad
Modelos Sin Interruptor:
Para Todos Los Modelos:
Modelos con Fusibles Internos o Externos:
La conexión debe ser instalada cerca del equipo y debe ser accesible.
Dentro de la unidad , no hay partes para reparar. Llame un tecnico calificado.
Para prevenir un incendio, reemplace solo con el mismo tipo de fusible.
CE COMPLIANCE
All products exported to Europe by Inline, Inc. after January 1, 1997 have been tested and found to
comply with EU Council Directive 89/336/EEC. These devices conform to the following
standards:
EN50081-1 (1991), EN55022 (1987)
EN50082-1 (1992 and 1994), EN60950-92
Shielded interconnect cables must be employed with this equipment to ensure compliance with
the pertinent Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) and Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
standards governing this device.
FCC COMPLIANCE
This device 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 against harmful
interference when 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 th e
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be
required to correct the interference at their own expense.
Install the switcher into a standard 19"
equipment rack, or set it on a flat surface.
Step 2
Connect input video sources to the BNC
connector inputs. Connect sync inputs to the
H/C and V connectors and video inputs to
the RGB connectors.
Step 3
Connect output devices (monitors, data
projectors, etc.) to the BNC outputs.
Step 4
Connect audio sources to the audio inputs
(5-pin captive screw terminals). The wiring
diagram below illustrates connections for
unbalanced and balanced audio signals.
For unbalanced Stereo
Audio Input:
For balanced Stereo
Audio Input:
Step 5
Connect the audio outputs to the audio
system’s line level input.
For unbalanced
Stereo Audio Output:
For balanced Stereo
Audio Output:
Step 6
Select the serial communication protocol
format for serial port 1 as required by the
control system. Set DIP switches in Switch
Bank 1 according to the following chart:
Port 1 Serial
Format:
RS-232 Set switches 123 to OFF
RS-422/485 Set switches 123 to ON
Switch 1 DIP Switch
Settings:
Step 7
If you will be controlling the switcher with
serial commands, cable the control system
or computer serial port to serial port 1 based
on the type of connection described below.
RS-232 Connection Diagram:
MSV0804
Serial Port
Full Duplex RS-422/485 Connection Diagram:
MSV0804
Serial Port
Half Duplex RS-485 Connection Diagram:
MSV0804
Serial Port
Step 8
Connect power and turn on the switcher,
display devices, control, and audio
equipment as applicable.
Buttons to the left of the LCD let you
navigate through the LCD menu options.
Arrowed buttons let you increase or
decrease a selection, scroll up or down,
move forward and backward, and change
inputs and outputs.
MENU displays the status menu on the
initial press. Subsequent presses display the
next menu level up.
ENTER saves newly selected menu
settings.
VOLUME adjusts the volume of the
selected audio output or input.
MUTE silences the selected audio output.
INPUT and OUTPUT buttons configure
any number of new patches.
TAKE performs the input-to-output
switches as configured.
PRESET recalls a preset configuration,
which includes all input/output patches and
volume levels.
BLANK acts as an input when creating
patches. Use it to blank any or all outputs.
CANCEL deletes unsaved configurations.
Functionality
Creating new patches
1. Press the button of the desired input
device.
2. Press the button(s) of the output(s)
where you want the input signal
sent.
3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 until all
connections are defined.
4. Press TAKE to perform the patches.
Alternately, use the LCD menu.
Adjusting audio levels
1. Use the VOLUME buttons on the
front panel to increase or decrease
volume level for the currently
selected output.
2. Press MUTE to silence the audio
output.
Creating a preset
1. Set all desired input/output patches,
audio levels, and mute states.
2. Press MENU.
3. Select 3UHVHW6WRUH on the
LCD.
4. Press any one of the input or output
buttons to select a storage location
for this preset.
Result: The switcher stores the
current configuration into memory.
Viewing switches
1. On the LCD Menu, select
3UHYLHZ.
2. Select and press an input or output
button to see all current switches.
Result: The LED indicators above
each button glow to indicate all
stored patches for those
inputs/outputs.
The MSX1616 matrix switcher routes audio and video signals from multiple sources to multiple
monitors, screens, and speakers without requiring cable changes.
Model Description
MSX1616 16 x 16 Matrix for RGBHV & Stereo Audio – 160 MHz
MSX1616HR 16 x 16 Matrix for RGBHV & Stereo Audio – 475 MHz
MSX3216 32 x 16 Matrix for RGBHV & Stereo Audio – 150 MHz
MSX3216HR 32 x 16 Matrix for RGBHV & Stereo Audio – 450 MHz
Product Features
• 475 MHz 16 x 16 HR video bandwidth
• 450 MHz 32 x 16 HR video bandwidth
• Three RS-232/RS-422/RS-485 Serial Control ports enable third-party control systems
to control the switcher using RS-232, RS-422, or RS-485 serial commands. Offers fast
communication speed, individual unit addresses, and command buffering.
• New Serial Control Protocol for programmingserial commands.
• Ergonomic Front Panel Design features large rubber buttons with ample room for
labels.
• Master Volume Control and Mute for each output.
• Audio Gain Trim Level Storage is available for each input.
• Integrated Labeling System provides attachment posts to hold optional nameplates to
engrave or label inputs, outputs, and presets.
• Large LCD Status Screen displays system menu and settings
• Two Auxiliary Serial Control Ports store and transmit serial commands to control
projectors of other serial-controlled equipment.
• Genlock Input and Output - Vertical Interval Switching for glitch-free transitions when
Mount the MSX1616 switcher on a standard 19-inch metal equipment rack. The unit is 6U tall.
Allow 1U above and below the switcher for heat dissipation.
To rack-mount the switcher:
1. Slide the switcher into the equipment rack.
2. Align the mounting holes of the unit with those of the rack.
3. Fasten the switcher to the rack using the machine screws included with the rack.
Device Connections
All connections (including switches, serial ports, and power, audio, and video BNC connectors)
are on the rear panel of the switcher.
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Power Connection
Attach the power cord to the connector on the rear of the switcher. A standard IEC power cord
comes with the unit. Plug it into a 100 – 240 VAC, 50 Hz, or 60 Hz power source.
Video connections are made with BNC connectors, one for each of five inputs: Red (R), Green
(G), Blue (B), Horizontal/Comp Sync (H/C), and Vertical Sync (V).
1. Connect video input devices to the appropriate video input connectors.
2. Connect video output devices to the appropriate video output connectors.
The types of video signals the switcher can receive on the RGB input connectors are:
• Composite
• S- Video
• Component
• RGB Video
The types of signals that the switcher can receive on the H/C and V input connectors are:
TTL level sync info
Note:
Video signals do not pass on sync channels.
Audio Input and Output Connections
Make audio connections with 5-pin captive screw connectors in a balanced or unbalanced
arrangement. Screw connectors come with the MSX1616 switchers. The following diagrams
depict proper wiring for balanced and unbalanced inputs and outputs.
For Unbalanced Stereo Audio Input: For Balanced Stereo Audio Input:
For Unbalanced Stereo Audio Output: For Balanced Stereo Audio Output:
The switcher features three serial ports that can accommodate RS-232, RS-422, and RS-485
connections.
Use serial port 1 to control the switcher using either a PC or a third-party control system.
Use serial ports 2 and 3 to control auxiliary devices with serial commands you store into the
switcher.
RS-232/422/485 Connections
RS-232 Connection Diagram: Full Duplex RS-422/485 Connection Diagram:
Half Duplex RS-485 Connection Diagram:
DIP Switch Settings: Standard
DIP switch settings change according to the standard used. Higher standards require a different
signal type. DIP switches make subtle adjustments to that signal type. Configure the DIP switch
settings according to the following table.
Serial port # RS-232 RS-422/RS-485
1 SW 1: 123 OFF SW 1: 123 ON
2 SW 1: 456 OFF SW 1: 456 ON
3 SW 2: 123 OFF SW 2: 123 ON
The settings of the... Control serial port #:
First three switches of DIP switch 1 1
Last three switches of DIP switch 1 2
First three switches of DIP switch 2 3