Magenta Research AK600DP, AK1200DP Operation Guide

TM

MultiView II

AK600DP

AK1200DP

Receiver

Installation and User Guide

Version 1.00

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Connection • Not for direct connection to Telecommunication Network Circuitry (TNV)
Power sources • This equipment should be operated only from the power source indicated on the product.

Disconnect all power sources before servicing.
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Table of Contents

Page

Chapter 1 About this Manual ...................................................................................................................... 1

Chapter 2 Product Overview ....................................................................................................................... 2

2.1 Front Panel Interfaces ..................................................................................................... 2

2.2 Rear Panel Interfaces ..................................................................................................... 3

Chapter 3 Specifications ............................................................................................................................. 4

3.1 General Specifications .................................................................................................... 4

3.2 Twisted-Pair Cable Compatibility .................................................................................... 5

Chapter 4 Installation .................................................................................................................................. 6

4.1 Option-Module Configuration .......................................................................................... 6

4.2 Prerequisites ................................................................................................................... 6

4.3 Installation Procedure ..................................................................................................... 7

4.4 Adjustments .................................................................................................................... 9

4.4.1 Cable Distance (EQ) Compensation Settings................................................. 9

4.4.2 Skew Compensation Settings ....................................................................... 10

4.5 Configuration Settings ................................................................................................... 11

4.5.1 Configuration Modes 1 & 2 ........................................................................... 11

4.5.2 Sync-mode Settings (LED1-2) ...................................................................... 12

4.5.3 4th Pair Settings (LED4-6) ............................................................................. 13

4.5.4 Vsync Polarity Settings (LED7)..................................................................... 14

4.5.5 Hsync Polarity Settings (LED8) .................................................................... 14

4.5.6 Clamp-mode Settings (CFG2: LED1-2) ........................................................ 15

4.5.7 4th Pair Termination Settings (CFG2: LED3) ................................................ 16

Chapter 5 Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................................... 17

Chapter 6 Connector Pinouts ................................................................................................................... 19

Appendix A Skew Module Installation ......................................................................................................... 24

Appendix B (SAP) Option Module Settings ................................................................................................. 25

Appendix C Pollable Serial Mode Address Chart ........................................................................................ 26

Appendix D Mounting Kits ........................................................................................................................... 28

Appendix E System Design Drawings ......................................................................................................... 30

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About this Manual

Version

Description

MVII-AK600(1200)DP-S/A

Supports L+R summed audio or simplex serial (user-configuration setting).

MVII-AK600(1200)DP-SAP

Supports 3-wire RS-232 serial (simplex or duplex), and true stereo audio.
The serial feature is POLLABLE, so that multiple receivers on a daisy­chained link can be addressed individually for display control or status­query.

Contains the (SAP) option module.

Chapter 1 About this Manual

This manual describes the Magenta MultiView™ II AK600DP and AK1200DP receivers, and contains the
following information:

 Product overview (Chapter 2)
 Product specifications (Chapter 3)
 Installation and configuration instructions (Chapter 4)
 Troubleshooting (Chapter 5)
 Additional information (Appendices)

The Magenta MultiView™ II family (MVII) of products introduces greater compatibility for handling HD video
standards, as well as making nearly all user-configurable options “jumperless” via a digital front-panel user­interface.

Note: MultiView II products are fully backwards-compatible with previous MultiView products. Combining MVII
with original MV products may limit access to some of the improved capabilities of the MVII series, so for best
possible compatibility with sources and displays, always try to use MVII products throughout your system
configuration.

The following table shows the factory-configured versions of the MVII-AK600(1200)DP.

Table 1: Available MVII-AK600(1200)DP Versions

Note:

1. Each of the above variants is also available with the AkuComp-II skew-compensation module installed.

2. The –S/A version is also field-configurable for S/PDIF digital audio extension on the 4th-pair.

This equipment is not intended for, nor does it support, distribution through an Ethernet
network. Do not connect these devices to any sort of networking or telecommunications
equipment.

Use only approved MultiView™ II power adapters. Failure to do so may damage this device and
will void the warranty.

CHAPTER 3: SETUP & INSTALLATION

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Product Overview

Power-on

indicator

SKEW/SEL

indicator

CFG

indicator

CFG/MODE

button

EQ/SKEW

range indicators

Figure 1: MVII-AK600(1200)DP Front Panel Interfaces

SKEW/SEL

button

Skew/EQ/Config

adjustment buttons

Chapter 2 Product Overview

The MVII-AK600(1200)DP is a video receiver that is compatible with the entire MultiView™ family of products.
It extends an analog video signal over standard CAT cable (CAT5, 5x, 6, 7 etc). There are user-configurable
settings for video, audio, and serial options which can be controlled from the front panel.

The MVII-AK600(1200)DP features optional integrated skew compensation that can be varied in 2 ns
increments to 65 ns total per color-channel to cancel the effects of skew in Category cables. This feature allows
you to use CAT5e and reduced-skew CAT6 cables to lengths up to 600ft (186m) for AK600DP, or 1200ft
(366m) for AK1200DP.

All models support video refresh rates/resolutions up to 1920x1200 to 600 feet (183m) with the AK600DP, and
1200ft (366m) with the AK1200DP.

2.1 Front Panel Interfaces

The front panel of the MVII-AK600(1200)DP has the following controls and indicators:

There are four buttons (CFG/MODE, SKEW/SEL, DOWN, and UP) and several LED status indicators. All are
used to display and control the operating modes of the receiver, with the LEDs having multiple functions. The
CFG indicator shows these modes:

 In normal mode, the CFG indicator is off.
 In configuration mode, the CFG indicator will be on or flashing.

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Product Overview

DB9 serial port

(optional, on SAP

model only)

Video output

to display

UTP (link)

output port

Figure 2: MVII-AK600(1200)DP Rear Panel Interfaces

DC power

input port

Auxiliary

signals

UTP (link)

input port

2.2 Rear Panel Interfaces

The rear panel of the MVII-AK600(1200)DP has the following ports:

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Specifications

Item

Description

Cable Required

Category 5, 5e, or 6 cable. Shielded or unshielded twisted pair. Low-skew.

Compliance

CE; FCC Class A, IC Class A, UL listed I.T.E Device.

Video Support

All supported VESA modes to WUXGA (1920x1200), RGBHV, RGsB, RGBs, Composite
(NTSC, PAL, SECAM), S-Video, Component Video, widescreen modes, HDTV modes
including 1080p, 1080i, 720p

Resolution &
Refresh Rate

MVII-AK600DP: At 600ft(183m) or less: a maximum of 1920x1200.
MVII-AK1200DP: At 1200ft(366m) or less: a maximum of 1920x1200.

Required source
impedance

Video OUT: 75 ohms
Audio models: Audio OUT (if any): capable of driving 10K ohms load.
SPDIF audio mode: 75 Ohm

Required
destination
impedance

Video IN: 75 ohms
Audio models: Audio IN (if any): 1K ohms minimum input impedance
SPDIF audio mode: 75 Ohm

Audio
Characteristics

(S/A) model: Right/Left summed, 50K input impedance, line level, unbalanced.
(SAP) models: Full stereo, 10K ohms input impedance, line level, unbalanced.

Serial
Characteristics

(S/A) model: Protocol: Asynchronous; transparent to data format; transparent to data
rates up to 115 kbps simplex.
(SAP) model: Protocol: Asynchronous; transparent to data format; transparent to data
rates up to 19.2 kbps full duplex or simplex (9 fixed baud rates are supported).

Connectors

(1) 4 pin phoenix
(2) RJ-45 (1 input, 1 active loop-through)
(1) HD15 (F)
(1) DB9M (only if the SAP option module is installed)
(1) DC Power jack

Temperature
Tolerance

Operating: 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C)
Storage: -4 to +140°F (-20 to +60°C)

Humidity Tolerance

Up to 80% non-condensing

Enclosure

Steel, black powder-coat finish.

Power

Input voltage: +5 VDC @ 1.2 Amps max.
Consumption: 6 watts maximum

Size

1.2"H x 3.6"W x 5.5"D (3.0 x 9.2 x 14.0 cm)

Weight

1.0 lb. (0.45 kg)

Chapter 3 Specifications

This section describes the following specifications:

 General specifications
 Category cable compatibility

3.1 General Specifications

The following table lists the general specifications of the MVII-AK600(1200)DP.

Table 2: MVII-AK600(1200)DP General Specifications

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Specifications

3.2 Twisted-Pair Cable Compatibility

MultiView products are compatible with Cat5/5e/6 data cabling, as well as “minimized skew” CAT5/5e cabling
(also referred to as “low-skew”) manufactured specifically for video applications. Follow these tips to ensure

proper usage of your Category cabling:

 Some “low-skew” is specific to a particular vendor and is incompatible with our products. Ensure that

any “low-skew” cable is non-proprietary before purchase and installation.

 CAT6 cable, due to the manufacture method, can exhibit much greater skew than standard CAT5/5e

and might require skew compensation beyond what the capabilities of the AkuComp-II option module
offers. Please contact tech-support for assistance.

 Cabling for the Magenta MultiView™ Series must be pinned to the TIA-EIA T568B wiring specification.
 We also highly recommend that all cables be pre-terminated and tested. Cables terminated on-site or

in an existing infrastructure should be tested before use to ensure compliance with the TIA-EIA T568B
specification. Using incorrectly terminated cables can damage the Magenta MultiView™ Series.

 The cable should be suitably rated Listed cable ( DUZX ) communication cables, TYPE CMP, CMR,

CMG or CM as designated in the NEC.

 Cables are to be installed in accordance with the NEC and local building and electrical codes. This is

the responsibility of the end user/installer of this product.

The following figure shows the T568B Wiring specification.

Figure 3: T568B pinout for RJ45 connectors and twisted-pair cables

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Installation

Chapter 4 Installation

This section describes the following installation topics:

 Data mode configuration
 Prerequisites to installation
 Installation procedure
 Post-installation adjustments
 Post-installation configuration settings

This equipment is not intended for, nor does it support, distribution through an Ethernet network.
Do not connect these devices to any sort of networking or telecommunications equipment!

Do not connect DC power until instructed to do so.

4.1 Option-Module Configuration

If you are installing a MVII-AK600(1200)DP-SAP version receiver (this is equipped with the SAP hardware
option module), then the following information will be important to review BEFORE installing the receiver:

The MVII-AK600(1200)DP-SAP version offers pollable RS232 duplex serial in addition to stereo audio. The
serial interface is 3-wire (TX, RX, GND) and does not support full modem signals. The factory-default serial
baud rate is 9600 baud, but this is a user-configurable option using “SAP-II” serial commands. Simplex modes
are supported without jumpers or other changes, by simply using the TX signal only. The SAP-module
capability of polling and interacting with specific receivers requires that each receiver have a unique address
setting. Please refer to Appendix-C for (SAP) module configuration information, and Appendix-D for SAP­address settings. Setting this address involves opening your unit and setting DIP switches inside.

4.2 Prerequisites

Depending on the specific installation requirements, some common tools (screwdrivers, nut-drivers) and related
hardware (mounting screws) might be required. These are not provided with Magenta products.

The following items might be necessary, which are available from Magenta Research:

 Audio cable: Phoenix 4-pin to RCA.
 Video cable: HD15 connectors, or one of several BNC/RCA/S-Video breakout cables.
 Serial cable: Phoenix 4-pin to DB9, or one of several DB9-M/F, M/M or F/F extension cables.

Note: You will need appropriate twisted-pair cable as previously described, to connect the MVII­AK600(1200)DP to other MultiView™ and MultiView™ II devices. tvONE does not supply Category cable.

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Installation

4.3 Installation Procedure

Ensure that all connectors are clean and free of contaminants prior to making the
connections. Appropriate connector locking hardware (screws/latches) should be used to
prevent cables from disconnecting or causing intermittent operation.

All units must be the same type for 4th-pair supported features to function correctly. For
example, an “XRTx-A” must be connected to a MVII-AK600(1200)DP-A, as both must be
identical to work properly with L/R summed audio. Similarly, an “XRTx-SA” cannot be used
with an MVII-AK600(1200)DP-A”. Video modes may function normally, but 4th pair options
will not.

To install a typical MultiView transmitter (these steps are generic - refer to the appropriate MultiView
transmitter manual):

1. Connect the source video to the Magenta MultiView™ transmitter video input port, which is an HD15
connector labeled SOURCE IN or VIDEO IN.

2. If desired, attach a local monitor to the HD15 connector labeled LOCAL OUT (if available).

3. Make your audio or serial connections via the phoenix connector or DB9 connector as appropriate.

4. Connect the twisted-pair cable to the transmitter.

5. Apply power to the transmitter.

a. The power-on LED should light up.
b. If there is a local monitor attached, a video image should appear on the

monitor.

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