Instruction Manual DXLink™ Fiber Transmitters and Receivers DXF-TX-MMD and DXF-RX-MMD DXF-TX-SMD and DXF-RX-SMD DXF-TX-MMS and DXF-RX-MMS DXF-TX-SMS and DXF-RX-SMS DXLink™ Fiber Transmitters/Receivers REV B: 11/19/14
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Contents Contents ESD Warning ......................................................................................................................6 Important Safety Information and Instructions ...................................................................7 Information et directives de sécurité importantes..............................................................8 Notices .............................................................................................................................
Contents Network Configuration.....................................................................................................65 Overview ................................................................................................................................................. 65 Static IP Mode – Default Parameters ....................................................................................................... 65 DHCP Mode...................................................................
Contents Appendix B – Telnet (Terminal) Commands ....................................................................104 Establishing a Terminal Connection Via Telnet ...................................................................................... 104 Telnet Username and Password............................................................................................................. 105 Telnet Commands ...............................................................................................
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Overview DXLink Fiber Overview DXLink Fiber Applicability Notice The information in this manual applies to the AMX DXLink Fiber Transmitters and Receivers, Duplex (see table below) and the DXLink Fiber Transmitters and Receivers, Simplex (see table on page 12). DXLink Fiber, Duplex units handle simultaneous, bidirectional or unidirectional data transfer; DXLink Fiber, Simplex units only handle unidirectional data transfer.
Overview DXLink Fiber DXLink Fiber Hardware Compatibility This section applies to TX-to-RX standalone pairs and to DXLink Fiber Input or Output Boards and their corresponding TX or RX units. (Duplex and Simplex boards can be used in the same enclosure.
Overview DXLink Fiber Product Notes Fiber Optic Transceivers The DXLink Fiber units use SFP+ fiber optic transceivers*. Fiber optic transceivers are self-contained modules that send and receive optical signals over fiber cable. These fiber optic transceivers are either multimode or single mode and must be wired with the corresponding cable type. * SFP+ = enhanced small form-factor pluggable fiber optic transceiver rated at 10 Gbps transmission data rate.
Overview DXLink Fiber Warning: DXLink Fiber units use laser transceivers, which are Class 1 Eye Safe per IEC 60825-1/CDRH requirements. While the Class 1 category indicates that the invisible laser used is safe, we recommend avoiding direct eye exposure when using any optical fiber products (see the OSHA directive below). OSHA Directive OSHA Directive The OSHA Technical Manual (at https://www.osha.gov/dts/osta/otm/otm_iii/otm_iii_6.html) under “VI.
Overview DXLink Fiber DXLink Fiber Multi-Format Transmitters The DXLink Fiber Transmitters receive an HDMI signal or analog video signal (composite, Y/C, Y/Pb/Pr, RGB, RGBS, or RGBHV) and an audio signal from a source device. The audio can be either digital audio embedded with the HDMI or analog stereo audio. Either analog or digital video is transmitted out of the fiber optic transceiver.
Overview DXLink Fiber Compatibility with DXLink Fiber Boards DXLink Fiber TXs and RXs work in conjunction with each other as long as the constraints of multimode to multimode and single mode to single mode are maintained (see “DXLink Fiber Hardware Compatibility” section on page 13). DXLink Fiber TXs and RXs work in conjunction with the Enova DGX DXLink Fiber Input and Output Boards in the following table as long as the constraints of multimode to multimode and single mode to single mode are maintained.
Overview DXLink Fiber Features – DXLink Fiber Transmitters and Receivers (continued) The USB port on the Receivers passes keyboard and mouse USB signals to control a remote computer. The Transmitter’s USB port connects to a Host PC and will forward HID keyboard and mouse data received from a Receiver’s USB port (for USB information, see page 26).* The 232 port (RS-232 serial) supports bidirectional transfer of serial data between TX/Enova DGX Switcher/RX (Endpoint Mode) and TX/RX (Standalone Mode).
Overview DXLink Fiber DXLink Fiber Transmitters DXLink Fiber Transmitters differ in the type of fiber optic transceiver they employ and the Directional Mode they use by default. Duplex Transmitters default to providing simultaneous, bidirectional data transfer or can be configured to provide unidirectional data transfer. Simplex Transmitters are designed to only provide a single direction of data flow and not receive return data flow.
Overview DXLink Fiber LEDs – DXLink Fiber Transmitters DXLink Fiber TXs – Indicator LEDs on the Front LED Power Normal Display Green Indicates Power is applied to the unit Digital Video Green A digital video signal is present through the unit Audio (Digital) Green Embedded audio signal is present through the unit Analog Video One of the 3 LEDs will be Green The type of analog video present through the unit: • C (composite) or Y/C (two component) • Y/PB/PR or RGB (three component) • RGBHV (five c
Overview DXLink Fiber DXLink Fiber Transmitters – Rear View HDMI In connector Stereo Audio In jack Digital Audio In jack USB port Video In connector Power jack ICS LAN 10/100 connector RS-232 port IR ports Fiber optic transceiver DXF-TX-MMD, DXF-TX-SMD, DXF-TX-MMS, and DXF-TX-SMS FIG.
Overview DXLink Fiber Note: Configuration of Ethernet, IR, RS-232, and USB for units in Unidirectional Mode or Data Link-lost Mode requires additional information found in “Unidirectional Mode LAN Configuration” on page 60. ICS LAN 10/100 Connector The Transmitter’s ICS LAN 10/100 (RJ-45) connector provides Ethernet 10/100 connectivity for ingress and egress of network access to the Transmitter (all models).
Overview DXLink Fiber DXLink Fiber Receivers DXLink Fiber Receivers differ in the type of fiber optic transceiver they employ and the Directional Mode they use by default. Duplex Receivers default to providing simultaneous, bidirectional data transfer or can be configured to provide unidirectional data transfer. Simplex Receivers are designed to only receive a single direction of data flow and not provide a return data flow.
Overview DXLink Fiber DXLink Fiber Receivers – LEDs DXLink Fiber RXs – Indicator LEDs LED Normal Display Indicates Power Green Power is applied to the Receiver Video Green A video signal is present through the Receiver Audio Green – Bypass – Auto – Manual An embedded audio signal is present through the Receiver The Receiver is in one of the three modes for scaling Scaling: One LED is green; the other two are off • At power up, the Receiver defaults to the Auto scaling option, unless a differe
Overview DXLink Fiber Fiber Optic Transceiver The Receiver’s fiber optic transceiver uses either two lasers (in Bidirectional Mode) or one laser (in Unidirectional Mode) to transmit data over fiber cable. Transceivers in Bidirectional Mode (Duplex only) transport digital video, embedded audio, Ethernet, and control over fiber optic cable from a DXLink Fiber Output Board or from a DXLink Fiber TX, including digitally transcoded analog video signals.
Overview DXLink Fiber Common Features/Functionality This section covers HDCP compliance, the DIP switches, the USB port, and IR functionality. HDCP Compliance If the connected downstream sink is not HDCP compliant, then the HDMI output on the Receiver will not send the signal. This does not affect additional displays the source may be routed to, i.e., HDCP compliant displays will still show content from the source device even when the source device is also routed to non-compliant displays.
Overview DXLink Fiber DXLink Fiber Transmitters USB Port The USB-mini A/B port labeled “Host” on the rear of the TX connects to a PC (which is the Host). The TX Host port forwards HID (Human Interface Device) keyboard and mouse data received via the switcher or directly from a DXLink Receiver’s USB port (the Receiver can be either Fiber or Twisted Pair). DXLink Fiber Receivers USB Port The USB-mini A/B port on the rear of the Receiver supports keyboard/mouse commands.
Overview DXLink Fiber 3. Select the Power Management tab and click “Allow this device to wake the computer.” Select this option 4. Click OK. 5. Repeat steps for HID mouse (in the Device Manager dialog box, expand “Mice”). HID Devices A list is available of HID devices which have been tested and found to be working well with the latest firmware (see “DXLink - HID Supported Devices” on the DXLink Fiber Receiver’s product page at www.amx.com).
Overview DXLink Fiber Quick Reference Tables for Modes The Transmitters and Receivers have modes that can be determined during setup to: (1) handle the system architecture, (2) accommodate networking needs, and (3) process video signals. The Quick Reference Tables are intended to provide users an overview of the many modes available for system setup and use. For complete information on any of the modes listed, see the relevant chapter or chapter section referenced at the end of the specific Description.
Overview DXLink Fiber Quick Reference Table 2 – Modes for Handling Addressing/Networking Mode Description IP Addressing Mode IP Addressing Mode refer to network connection settings. By default, all network connection settings are turned OFF. Static IP Mode: • This mode configures the network connection to one stable IP address the unit will use continuously. DHCP Mode: • This mode configures the network connection to choose a new IP address for each network session.
Overview DXLink Fiber Quick Reference Table 3 – Modes for Handling Video and Video Processing Mode Description Scaling Mode Scaling Mode refers to how the system alters or maintains a source device’s resolution as it is passed along to the destination device. The Scaling Mode can be set on the DXLink Fiber RX with the Scaling button (see page 61), or with SEND_COMMANDs (see page 79), or through DGX Configuration Software when scaling is being done via an Enova DXLink Fiber Output Board.
DXLink Fiber Specifications DXLink Fiber Specifications Applicability The specifications in this chapter apply to the following DXLink Fiber Transmitters and Receivers: FG1010-360 – DXLink Multi-Format SM Fiber TX, Duplex FG1010-362 – DXLink Multi-Format MM Fiber TX, Duplex FG1010-560 – DXLink HDMI SM Fiber RX, Duplex FG1010-562 – DXLink HDMI MM Fiber RX, Duplex FG1010-361 – DXLink Multi-Format SM Fiber TX, Simplex FG1010-363 – DXLink Multi-Format MM Fiber TX, Simplex FG1010-561 – DXLink HDMI
DXLink Fiber Specifications General Specifications (continued) Single Mode Optical Budget • 7.4 dB (typical) between DXLink Fiber Transceivers • Optical Modulation Amplitude (OMA): -5.2 dBm (min.) • Optical Modulation Amplitude (OMA) sensitivity: -12.6 dBm (typical) Single Mode Optical Transceiver Mean Output Power -8.2 dBm to 0.5 dBm (average power) Multimode Optical Budget • 6.8 dB (typical) between DXLink Fiber Transceivers • Optical Modulation Amplitude (OMA): -4.3 dBm (min.
DXLink Fiber Specifications USB (HID) Keyboard and Mouse Specifications USB (HID) TX • (1) USB mini-A/B connector (“Host”) • Connect a DXLink Fiber TX to a PC and emulate keyboard and mouse commands from a DXLink Fiber Receiver or a DXLink Twisted Pair Receiver USB (HID) RX • (1) USB mini-A/B connector (“Device”) • Connect a keyboard and mouse and send commands to a PC connected to a DXLink Fiber Transmitter or a DXLink Twisted Pair Transmitter Note: A list of HID devices which have been tested and fou
DXLink Fiber Specifications HDMI Specifications (continued) DXLink Fiber TX Input Signal Type • HDMI • DVI-D (Single Link with a DVI-to-HDMI cable adapter) • DisplayPort ++ (input only with HDMI or DVI cable adapter) Local Loopback Output • HDMI, non-scaling • DVI-D, non-scaling (Single Link with cable adapter) Local Loopback Output +5 V DDC Pin 55 mA DDC/EDID Support • Duplex hardware in Bidirectional Mode only – The HDMI EDID in point-to-point mode is passed up from the sink device.
DXLink Fiber Specifications Analog Video Specifications DXLink Fiber TX Compatible Formats • RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB • Y/Pb/Pr (HDTV) • Y/C (S-Video), C (Composite) Progressive Resolution Support 480p up to 1920x1200 @ 60 Hz (supported resolutions are shown in the “Supported Input Resolutions” appendix; see page 130) Interlaced Resolution Support* 480i, 576i, 1080i (supported resolutions are shown in the “Supported Input Resolutions” appendix; see page 130) Auto-Adjust Input Supported RGB Input Signal Le
DXLink Fiber Specifications Local Audio Specifications DXLink Fiber TX Input Signal Types • Stereo analog, S/PDIF • Video signal must be present to pass audio Analog Input Level (max.) +2.5 dBu, unbalanced Analog Input Impedance 10k Ω Analog to Digital Conversion 48 kHz sample rate, 24-bit S/PDIF Audio Format Support Dolby Digital*, DTS*, 2 CH L-PCM S/PDIF Resolution 16 bit to 24 bit S/PDIF Sample Rate 32 kHz, 44.
Installation and Setup Installation and Setup Site Recommendations When placing the DXLink Fiber units in an installation, follow the recommendations and precautions in this section to reduce potential setup and operation hazards. Environment Choose a clean, dust free, (preferably) air-conditioned location. Avoid areas with direct sunlight, heat sources, or high levels of EMI (Electromagnetic Interference).
Installation and Setup Setup Information Setup Requirements A PC with NetLinx Studio (v4.0 or later) installed An understanding of which DXLink Fiber Mode the system will be used in (below and page 29) An understanding of the DIP switch settings (page 44) Important: We recommend that DXLink Fiber equipment be installed by a technician with knowledge of networks and experience with NetLinx Studio and its Telnet interface.
Installation and Setup Endpoint Mode (Switcher): Example of Typical System Setup The primary function of the DXLink Fiber Transmitters and Receivers is to work with compatible DXLink Fiber equipment as an endpoint solution for transmission of HDMI or analog video signals over fiber optic cable (or DVI-D signals via a DVI-to-HDMI cable). Example Endpoint/ Bidirectional Modes The DXLink Fiber Transmitter receives an HDMI signal and an audio signal from a source device.
Installation and Setup Options for System Setup with Enova DGX – DXLink Fiber Boards The following table contains options for using DXLink Fiber Transmitters and Receivers in conjunction with DXLink Fiber Input and Output Boards in an Enova DGX Digital Media Switcher. The TX/RX units and input/output boards can be either Simplex or Duplex, as long as the model types match (multimode to multimode and single mode to single mode).
Installation and Setup Endpoint Mode (Standalone): Example of Typical System Setup A standalone DXLink Fiber TX/RX pair are connected directly to each other but, in addition, either the TX or RX is connected to a NetLinx Central Controller via a LAN or directly to the Controller. NetLinx Central Controller DXLink Fiber TX DXLink Fiber RX Destination device Fiber Optic Cable Source device FIG.
Installation and Setup Avoiding Network (Ethernet) Loops Caution: Be careful not to create a network (Ethernet) loop. Only one connection to a LAN is permitted within a switching system with DXLink Fiber support. Network loops must be avoided (see FIG. 13). Avoid Network Loops in Bidirectional Mode Note: DXLink Fiber units in Unidirectional or Data Link-lost Mode do not send Ethernet traffic over fiber optic cable.
Installation and Setup DIP Switch Location Tip: For easiest access to the DIP switch toggles, we recommend setting them before installation. Important: When setting the DIP switch toggles, make sure any toggles that need to be ON are flipped toward the AMX sticker. DIP switch toggles for enabling/disabling special Receiver/Transmitter functionality are located on the bottom of the Receiver and the Transmitters. DIP switch Transmitter Receiver FIG.
Installation and Setup Setting DIP Switch #2 to Set the DXLink Mode #2 Toggle can be set to automatically or manually select the DXLink Mode (to either Extender or Endpoint) for a given Transmitter/Receiver unit. Default state for #2 Toggle OFF is auto selection of DXLink Mode based on connection to another device. When it’s ON, the default is Endpoint Mode (used for Master controlled serial/IR data transfer). Tip: Common setup scenarios and their DIP switch settings are provided in a table on page 46.
Installation and Setup Setting DIP Switch #4 The #4 Toggle is used for placing Duplex units in Unidirectional Mode. If placed in the ON position, Unidirectional Mode is enabled on the DXLink Fiber, Duplex Transmitter or Receiver. Only audio and video will transmit from a TX or be received by an RX; the return optical data path will be turned off and will not try to establish connection. Ethernet, IR, RS-232, and USB HID (keyboard and mouse data) will not be enabled, nor is NetLinx connectivity available.
Installation and Setup Scenarios / DIP Switch Settings Table for Unidirectional Mode Important: In a standalone pair with mixed hardware (one unit Duplex and the other Simplex), we recommend setting the Duplex unit to handle Unidirectional communication (set #4 Toggle to ON). In a switching system with mixed hardware (a mix of Duplex and Simplex boards and units) comprising a complete switching run, the hardware will only support Unidirectional Mode – we recommend configuring all hardware accordingly.
Installation and Setup Fiber Optic Cable Requirements Warning: DXLink Fiber units use laser transceivers, which are Class 1 Eye Safe per IEC 60825-1/CDRH requirements. While the Class 1 category indicates that the invisible laser used is safe, we recommend avoiding direct eye exposure when using any optical fiber products (see the OSHA directive on page 15).
Installation and Setup Fiber Optic Transceiver LEDs in Duplex and Simplex Hardware Fiber optic transceiver LEDs have different functionality for each of the data Directional Modes (see “Quick Reference Tables for Modes” on page 29). Duplex hardware is designed for Bidirectional Mode, but can be configured for Unidirectional Mode. Simplex hardware is limited to Unidirectional Mode only. When a Duplex unit in Bidirectional Mode loses its return path, the unit drops into Data Link-lost Mode.
Installation and Setup Twisted Pair Cable for ICS LAN 10/100 Connection Cable Pinout Either T568A or T568B pinout specification for termination of twisted pair cable can be used for ICS LAN 10/100. FIG. 18 Twisted pair cable pinouts for Ethernet connectors ICS LAN 10/100 LEDs ICS LAN 10/100 Connector LEDs The following information applies to the LEDs on the ICS LAN 10/100 (RJ-45) connector on the units. Green LED Yellow LED LEDs on unit FIG.
Installation and Setup Audio Type Precedence The connectors for bringing audio into the system on the Transmitters are as follows: HDMI In connector – Embedded audio signal Digital Audio In jack – Digital audio signal (S/PDIF) Stereo Audio In jack – Analog stereo audio signal The hierarchy for audio type precedence* is listed in the following table for the Transmitters: Audio Type Precedence on DXLink Fiber Transmitters Incoming Signal HDMI w/ embedded digital audio Audio Type Selected HDMI w/ embed
Installation and Setup Important: Compatibility between hardware requires matching model types: multimode to multimode and single mode to single mode. Important: The illustration below shows a Duplex Transmitter wired with dual LC fiber cables. In both Duplex and Simplex hardware: for each LC fiber cable, be sure to verify that the individual wire from the transceiver’s TX label on one end of the run connects to the transceiver’s RX label on the other end.
Installation and Setup DXLink Fiber TX – Applying Power Caution: The provided desktop power supply must be used to power the DXLink Fiber TX, and it must not be altered in any way. To apply power to the DXLink Fiber TX: 1. Plug the cord from the desktop power supply (provided) into the power jack on rear of the unit (2.1 mm DC jack for 12 V local power). 2. Plug the desktop power supply into an AC external power source.
Installation and Setup Note: Power, IR, and RS-232 ports are covered in their own sections. Important: Compatibility between hardware requires matching model types: multimode to multimode and single mode to single mode. Important: The illustration below shows a Duplex Receiver wired with dual LC fiber cables.
Installation and Setup DXLink Fiber RX – Applying Power Caution: The provided desktop power supply must be used to power the DXLink Fiber RX, and it must not be altered in any way. To apply power to the DXLink Fiber RX: 1. Plug the cord from the desktop power supply (provided) into the power jack on rear of the DXLink Fiber RX (2.1 mm DC jack for 12 V local power). 2. Plug the desktop power supply into an AC external power source.
Installation and Setup Duplex Hardware Directional Mode Configuration The following section applies to DXLink Fiber, Duplex Transmitters and Receivers and describes configuration of the units for each of the three Directional Modes (Bidirectional, Unidirectional, and Data Link-lost Modes). Directional Mode refers to the flow of signals and communication data within the system.
Installation and Setup Serial Data Transfer and IR Flow Control The illustration in FIG. 22 shows the bidirectional serial data transfer and IR flow control when DXLink Fiber, Duplex units are used in Endpoint Mode with an Enova Digital Media Switcher. The switcher has an integrated NetLinx Central Control Processor which provides native AMX control at each remote location fed by a DXLink Fiber Transmitter and Receiver. Control is sent over fiber optic cable (via the fiber optic transceivers).
Installation and Setup The illustration in FIG. 24 shows DXLink Fiber units* in Unidirectional Mode with a setup that allows the units IR, USB, and serial communication via LAN when the system is in Extender Mode. This setup requires that a NetLinx Central Controller be connected to the LAN. * The Transmitter and Receiver can be either Duplex configured for Unidirectional Mode or Simplex, which can only support Unidirectional Mode.
Installation and Setup Optional: DXLink Fiber TX/RX – IR Control For additional information on the IR03 and CC-NIRC, which are required for IR control, see page 28. (The IR03 and CC-NIRC are not included with the DXLink Fiber units.) The IR ports can be bound and controlled via the integrated NetLinx Central Controller in the Enova DGX or via another network connected NetLinx Central Controller. A compatible remote control unit can also be used with the system.
Installation and Setup Optional Accessories for USB Transport CC-USB, USB Programming Cable (FG10-5965) Order this optional programming cable for connecting to a PC (for use with DXLink Fiber Transmitters only). CC-MINIUSB, Mini USB to PC Cable Adapter (FG5967-20) Order this optional cable adapter for connecting a keyboard/mouse device to the DXLink Receiver (for use with DXLink Fiber Receivers only). ID Pushbutton Functions The ID Pushbutton is located on the right front of the DXLink Fiber units.
Installation and Setup DXLink Fiber RX Scaling Button and Scaling Modes The Scaling button is located on the front of the DXLink Fiber Receiver. Pressing the Scaling button cycles the RX through the three Scaling Modes: Bypass, Auto, and Manual. Bypass Mode – allows the video signal to display over the destination device without altering the signal’s resolution.
Installation and Setup Persistence of Scaling Mode The Scaling Mode has two levels of persistence – the basic level happens automatically and can be considered temporary; the advanced level is the result of sending the PERSISTAV command to the DXLink Fiber Output Board and is permanent (unless the Scaling Mode is changed and the PERSISTAV command is sent again). Basic Persistence DXLink Fiber RX – automatically persists the current Scaling Mode locally.
Installation and Setup Detailed NetLinx (Link/Act and Status) LED Behavior The tables below provide detailed descriptions of all blink patterns for the NetLinx Link/Act and Status LEDs on the front of the Transmitter and Receiver units. Note: The term “light show” refers to the back-and-forth scanning pattern of the LEDs associated with the LEDs on the DXLink Transmitter and Receiver.
Installation and Setup Downloading Firmware State and LED Behavior To monitor the state of a TX or an RX by its LEDs when downloading firmware, check both the Link/Act and Status LED columns. NetLinx LED Behavior when Downloading Firmware Downloading Firmware Link/Act LED Status LED Downloading firmware to flash due to an upgrade via NetLinx Studio.
Network Configuration Network Configuration Overview DXLink Fiber Transmitters and Receivers support two IP Addressing Modes: Static IP and DHCP (with link-local fallback*). To avoid having a large system consume numerous IP addresses, the Transmitters and Receivers default to disabling the network connection functionality. Therefore, the #3 Toggle must be set to ON before the Transmitters or Receivers can establish a network connection (see page 45).
Network Configuration TCP/IP Address Configuration DXLink Fiber Transmitters and Receivers support IPV4 network addresses, gateway addresses, DNS server addresses, and network names. They also support NDP (NetLinx Discovery Protocol) capabilities as well as IP discovery via NetLinx Studio. Note: NDP is a device discovery method used by NetLinx Masters. With NDP Beacon enabled, the Master will transmit NDP Beacons for AMX’s proprietary device discovery.
Network Configuration Factory Default Parameters Factory Default Parameters Parameter Value MAC Address As set in factory Serial Number As set in factory Ethernet Mode Auto (i.e., speed, duplex, both, auto) IP Addressing Mode DHCP IP Address (for static mode) 192.168.1.2 Netmask (for static mode) 255.255.255.0 Gateway (for static mode) 192.168.1.1 DNS1 (for static mode) 192.168.1.1 DNS2 (for static mode) 192.168.1.1 DNS3 (for static mode) 192.168.1.1 DNS Domain amx.
Network Configuration Device IDs DXLink Fiber Units – Device IDs Model ID (16-bits) Bound* ID (16-bits) Unbound DXF-TX-SMD 0x0195 0x014B DXF-RX-SMD 0x0194 0x014B DXF-TX-MMD 0x0195 0x014B DXF-RX-MMD 0x0194 0x014B DXF-TX-SMS 0x01AE 0x014B DXF-RX-SMS 0x01AD 0x014B DXF-TX-MMS 0x01AE 0x014B DXF-RX-MMS 0x01AD 0x014B Using the ID Pushbutton The ID Pushbutton is located on the right front of the DXLink Fiber TX/RX units. ID Pushbutton FIG.
Network Configuration To toggle between DHCP and Static IP Modes: 1. Once the TX/RX unit has booted up, press and hold the ID Pushbutton until the Control/NetLinx LEDs toggle back and forth in unison approximately 10 times. 2. Release when the LED starts to blink faster. When the ID Pushbutton is released, the unit toggles either from static to dynamic (DHCP) IP addressing or vice versa and remains in that mode until the ID Pushbutton is used to set it again or a factory reset is performed.
Network Configuration Tip: In the following two procedures – if you start a press-and-hold sequence with the ID Pushbutton and then decide not to change the settings, before you release the ID Pushbutton remove power from the unit to abort the procedure.
Network Configuration 4. Once all actions in Step 3 are completed, the LEDs all turn off, indicating the Transmitter or Receiver is ready to reboot. The Transmitter or Receiver automatically reboots to complete the process. Tip: To monitor the ID Pushbutton boot state of a unit, see the “ID Pushbutton Boot and NetLinx LED Behavior” table below.
IRL File Transfers IRL File Transfers Overview The NetLinx Studio software application (available for free download from www.amx.com) provides the ability to transfer IR Library files to NetLinx devices such as DXLink Fiber Transmitters and Receivers. When a Transmitter and/or a Receiver are being used in conjunction with a switcher, the switcher’s integrated Master is used for the IRL file transfer. FIG.
IRL File Transfers Preparing for IRL File Transfers To prepare for IRL file transfers: 1. Check to be sure #3 Toggle on the bottom of the Transmitter or Receiver is set to ON. 2. Verify that you have the latest version of NetLinx Studio on your PC. If the version is not the latest – Use the Web Update option in NetLinx Studio’s Help menu to obtain the latest version. Or Go to www.amx.com and login as a Dealer to download the latest version. 3. Download the applicable IRL file from www.amx.
IRL File Transfers Transferring IRL Files The File Transfer tool in NetLinx Studio is used to map IRL files to DXLink Fiber Transmitters and Receivers. The instructions below assume that the preparations on the previous page for IRL file transfers have been completed. To send an IR Library (*.IRL) file to a Transmitter or Receiver: 1. In NetLinx Studio, select Tools > File Transfer to open the File Transfer dialog box. 2. Click Add to open the Select Files for File Transfer dialog box. 3.
IRL File Transfers 4. Select the type of file (in this case, IRL/IRV Files) that you want to add to the File list for transfer. 5. Click Add. A standard Open dialog box opens with the Files of type selection set to IR Code files (*.IRL/*.IRV). 6. Locate and select the IRL file that you want to add. 7. Click Open. The Enter Device Mapping Information dialog box opens. Note: IRL files must be sent to Port 3 (IR Device Port) on the Transmitter or Receiver. 8.
IRL File Transfers 10. Click OK to close the Select Files for File Transfer dialog box and return to the File Transfer dialog box. The IRL file appears in the File queue. 11. Click Send to transfer the file to the Transmitter or Receiver that the file is mapped to. Additional Documentation For additional information on using NetLinx Studio, refer to the WebConsole & Programming Guide – NX-Series Controllers (available at www.amx.com).
NetLinx Programming – DXLink Fiber TXs/RXs NetLinx Programming – DXLink Fiber TXs/RXs Overview Important: Before DXLink Fiber TXs and RXs can receive any NetLinx SEND_COMMANDs, the DIP switch’s #3 Toggle must be set to ON or the devices will not be accessible from a NetLinx control system. The DXLink Fiber Transmitters and Receivers recognize a select number of SEND_COMMANDs and CHANNELs.
NetLinx Programming – DXLink Fiber TXs/RXs In NetLinx Studio’s OnLine Tree, the DXLink Fiber Transmitters and Receivers each display their ports.
NetLinx Programming – DXLink Fiber TXs/RXs CHANNELs Channel Function 255 This channel On indicates that the DXLink Fiber unit has a valid UTP (twisted pair cable) connection to a switcher with an integrated Master. If the channel is Off, the DXLink Fiber unit is incorrectly connected. 1-253 Key presses from selected remote control.
NetLinx Programming – DXLink Fiber TXs/RXs Video SEND_COMMANDs (Receivers), continued ?VIDOUT_RES Syntax: Requests the resolution and refresh rate of the video through the Receiver. Valid responses: Note: If the Scaling Mode is set to Bypass, the response will be “BYPASS.” SEND_COMMAND ,"'?VIDOUT_RES'" • horizontal = An integer value representing the horizontal. • vertical = An integer value representing the vertical. May have an additional qualifier such as “p” or “i”.
NetLinx Programming – DXLink Fiber TXs/RXs Aspect Ratio Conversion Policy Options Note: The commands for setting/verifying the aspect ratio conversion policy are on the previous page. Stretch (to fit) – This aspect ratio conversion policy option (default) scales the video to full screen size in both horizontal and vertical directions regardless of the input aspect ratio. No data is cropped. However, the image may be distorted as needed to fill the screen.
NetLinx Programming – DXLink Fiber TXs/RXs DXLink Fiber Transmitter Video SEND_COMMANDs DXLink Fiber Transmitter Video SEND_COMMANDs are sent to Port 7 unless otherwise noted. Note: Asynchronous notifications are available for the Transmitters via NetLinx Studio (and Telnet). Note: All text is based on a Unicode index. Video SEND_COMMANDs (Transmitters) Command Description ?VIDIN_AUTO_SELECT Important: This command must be sent to Port 1.
NetLinx Programming – DXLink Fiber TXs/RXs Video SEND_COMMANDs (Transmitters), continued ?VIDIN_STATUS Important: Send to Port 7 for digital video and Port 8 for analog video. Requests the status of the video input on the Transmitter.
NetLinx Programming – DXLink Fiber TXs/RXs Video SEND_COMMANDs (Transmitters), continued ?VIDIN_PREF_EDID Requests the preferred resolution of the EDID source for the VGA video or HDMI digital input. Important: Send to Port 7 for digital video and Port 8 for analog video.
NetLinx Programming – DXLink Fiber TXs/RXs Video SEND_COMMANDs (Transmitters), continued ?VIDIN_HDCP Requests the video HDCP compliance setting of the video input port addressed by the D:P:S. Important: Send to Port 7. Syntax: SEND_COMMAND ,"'?VIDIN_HDCP'" Example: SEND_COMMAND VIDEO_INPUT_1,"'?VIDIN_HDCP'" Returns a COMMAND of the form: VIDIN_STATUS- VIDIN_HDCP Important: Send to Port 7. Sets the video HDCP compliance setting of the video input port addressed by the D:P:S.
NetLinx Programming – DXLink Fiber TXs/RXs Video SEND_COMMANDs (Transmitters), continued VIDIN_HSHIFT Important: Send to Port 8. Sets the horizontal shift value of the analog video input port addressed by the D:P:S. Syntax: SEND_COMMAND ,"'VIDIN_HSHIFT-'" Valid responses: value = -50. . .50 Examples: SEND_COMMAND "'VIDIN_HSHIFT-2'" Sets the horizontal shifting of video input port (#1 based on D:P:S) to 2 (shift to right).
NetLinx Programming – DXLink Fiber TXs/RXs AUDIN_FOR Audio SEND_COMMANDs (Transmitters), continued AUDIN_FORMAT Syntax: Selects the audio input source that will be embedded on the HDMI signal through the Transmitter. Valid responses: Note: When the Transmitter is set to route digital video (input 7), you can select from the HDMI, SPDIF, or ANALOG audio inputs.
NetLinx Programming – DXLink Fiber TXs/RXs CH SEND_COMMAND IR SEND_COMMANDs (Transmitters and Receivers), continued CH • All channels below 100 are transmitted as two digits. Send IR pulses for the selected channel. • If the IR code for ENTER (function #21) is loaded, an Enter will follow the number. • If the channel is greater than or equal to (>=) 100, then IR function 127 or 20 (whichever exists) is generated for the one hundred digit.
NetLinx Programming – DXLink Fiber TXs/RXs IR SEND_COMMANDs (Transmitters and Receivers), continued GET BAUD The port sends the parameters to the device that requested the information. Get the IR port’s current communication parameters.
NetLinx Programming – DXLink Fiber TXs/RXs IR SEND_COMMANDs (Transmitters and Receivers), continued SP Generate a single IR pulse. You can use the 'CTON' to set pulse lengths and the 'CTOF' to set time Off between pulses. Syntax: SEND_COMMAND ,"'SP'," Valid responses: code = IR code value 1 to 252 (253 to 255 reserved). Example: SEND_COMMAND IR_1,"'SP',25" Pulses IR code 25 on IR port on the RX. XCHM Syntax: Changes the IR output pattern for the 'XCH' Send Command.
NetLinx Programming – DXLink Fiber TXs/RXs Serial SEND_COMMANDs On the DXLink Fiber units, SERIAL SEND_COMMANDs are sent to Port 1. Serial SEND_COMMANDs (Transmitters and Receivers) Command Description B9MOFF This command works in conjunction with the 'B9MON' command. Set the port’s communication parameters for stop and data bits according to the software settings on the RS-232 port. • Disables 9-bit in 232 mode.
NetLinx Programming – DXLink Fiber TXs/RXs Serial SEND_COMMANDs (Transmitters and Receivers), continued RXCLR Syntax: SEND_COMMAND ,"'RXCLR'" Clear all characters in the receive buffer waiting to be sent to the Master. Example: SEND_COMMAND dvRXRS232,"'RXCLR'" Clears all characters in the receive buffer waiting to be sent to the Master. RXOFF Syntax: Disable the transmission of incoming received characters to the Master (default).
NetLinx Programming – DXLink Fiber TXs/RXs DXLink Fiber Transmitter USB SEND_COMMANDs On the DXLink Transmitter, USB SEND_COMMANDs are sent to Port 5. USB SEND-COMMANDs (Transmitter) Command Description ?USB_HID_SERVICE Syntax: Requests the status for the USB HID pass through setting (Enable or Disable).
NetLinx Programming – DXLink Fiber TXs/RXs Common DXLink Fiber TX/ RX SEND_COMMANDs Common NetLinx SEND_COMMANDs for the DXLink Fiber Transmitters and Receivers are provided in the following table. These commands can be sent to any valid port (Port 1 through Port 8); the #3 Toggle must be set to ON. Common NetLinx SEND-COMMANDs (Transmitters and Receivers) Command Description ?FWVERSION Syntax: Requests the firmware version of the Transmitter or Receiver.
NetLinx Programming – DXLink Fiber TXs/RXs DXLink Fiber System SEND_COMMANDs DXLink Fiber System SEND_COMMANDs can be sent to any valid port (Port 1 through Port 8) on the Transmitters or Receivers. DXLink Fiber System SEND_COMMANDs (Transmitters and Receivers) Command Description ?DXLINK Syntax: Requests the current mode (Extender or Endpoint) for the TX or RX.
NetLinx Programming – DXLink Fiber TXs/RXs SEND_STRING Escape Sequences The DXLink Fiber units support several special SEND_STRING escape sequences. If any of the character combinations listed below are found anywhere within a SEND_STRING program instruction, they will be treated as a command and not the literal characters. Use the ESCSEQON and ESCSEQOFF NetLinx SEND_COMMANDS to control whether these are active or not.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Overview The troubleshooting suggestions/strategies provided apply to the DXLink Fiber Transmitters and Receivers unless otherwise noted. Five potential types of issues are covered in this chapter: Basic troubleshooting Determining HDCP compliance Power DXLink Fiber Network setup This chapter also provides technical support contact information on page 99. Basic Troubleshooting We suggest using the following general list to rule out basic troubleshooting issues.
Troubleshooting DXLink Fiber Troubleshooting Problem – The signal run exhibits general signal problems, which may be caused by fiber cable quality issues. Possible Solution – Be sure to check the “Fiber Optic Cable Requirements” section on page 41. Problem – The signal run exhibits general audio problems, which may because you are trying to pass Dolby, DTS, or high PCM frequency rates and the destination device does not support them.
Troubleshooting Network Setup Issues The instructions below can be used for first time setup of DXLink Fiber units on a network with no NetLinx Master (integrated). Note: Before setting up the network, we recommend plugging all required Ethernet cables into the network before applying power to the DXLink Fiber units. To set the IP, connection, and device parameters on a DXLink Fiber unit: 1. Attach the DXLink Fiber unit via its ICS LAN 10/100 port to the network or PC. 2.
Appendix A – Upgrading the Firmware Appendix A – Upgrading the Firmware Overview The NetLinx Studio software application (available for free download from www.amx.com) provides the ability to transfer KIT files to NetLinx devices such as DXLink Fiber Transmitters and Receivers. The firmware on the Transmitters and Receiver can be upgraded in the field. When a Transmitter and/or a Receiver are being used in conjunction with a switcher, the switcher’s integrated Master is used for the KIT file transfer. FIG.
Appendix A – Upgrading the Firmware Preparing for KIT File Transfers To prepare for KIT file transfers: 1. Verify that you have the latest version of NetLinx Studio on your PC. If the version is not the latest – Use the Web Update option in NetLinx Studio’s Help menu to obtain the latest version. Or Go to www.amx.com and login as a Dealer to download the latest version. 2. Download the latest Firmware (KIT) file from www.amx.com on the DXLink Fiber Transmitter or Receiver product page to your PC.
Appendix A – Upgrading the Firmware Important Upgrade Information Caution: Upgrading the firmware is a serious action in that if the upgrade fails, it can leave the system completely non-operational. In the Event of Power Loss During an Upgrade If power loss occurs before any firmware information has been transferred – when power is restored, the unit will remain operational using the original firmware.
Appendix A – Upgrading the Firmware Transferring KIT Files The system will be non-operational during the upgrade procedure below. The Firmware Transfers tool in NetLinx Studio is used to map KIT files to DXLink Fiber Transmitters and Receivers. The instructions below assume that the preparations on the previous page have been completed. To send a KIT file to a DXLink Fiber Transmitter or Receiver: 1.
Appendix B – Telnet (Terminal) Commands Appendix B – Telnet (Terminal) Commands Establishing a Terminal Connection Via Telnet Telnet terminal communication is accessed remotely via TCP/IP. The DXLink Fiber Transmitter or Receiver must have its own TCP/IP address for a Telnet connection. The connection can be started from the Windows taskbar (see below) or in NetLinx Studio (see the following page). By default, a username and password are not applied to the Telnet port (Port 23).
Appendix B – Telnet (Terminal) Commands To establish a terminal connection via NetLinx Studio: 1. In the Online Tree, select the DXLink Fiber unit and right-click to access the shortcut menu. 2. Select Launch Telnet Window via NetLinx Studio. The Telnet window opens and the Welcome Banner appears (Transmitter shown). 3. At the prompt (>), type the Telnet command and press Enter.
Appendix B – Telnet (Terminal) Commands Setting a Telnet Username and Password To set a Telnet username and password for a TX: Important: DXLink Fiber TX only – To set either the Telnet Username or Password, you must set both of them. If either is left blank (default) the other will not set. 1. Establish a terminal connection via Telnet (see page 104). 2. Type Set Telnet Login, and press Enter. a. Required – The program will prompt you to enter a new Telnet username; enter a username and press Enter.
Appendix B – Telnet (Terminal) Commands Telnet Commands Command Description ? or Help Display the commands listed in this table. ARP Displays the ARP (Address Resolution Protocol) table. Example: >arp IP Address 192.168.43.51 192.168.43.52 192.168.43.57 192.168.43.
Appendix B – Telnet (Terminal) Commands Telnet Commands (continued) CLEAR USB STATS Note: This command applies only to the Transmitter. Clears the USB statistics. DATE Displays the current date. DEVICE STATUS Displays device status of a specified device, port, system (). Note: Devices other than the DXLink Fiber device itself will be ignored. Example: >device status 32002:1:0 Device Status ------------Device 32002 AMX LLC, DXF-TX-xxD, v1.2.
Appendix B – Telnet (Terminal) Commands Telnet Commands (continued) FACTORYFWIMAGE Resets unit to factory firmware image and parameters and reboots the DXLink Fiber unit. Note: When a Transmitter is connected to a DXLink Fiber Input Board, the input board will override the “ALL RESOLUTIONS” EDID and load the last stored EDID. FWIMAGES Displays firmware version information. GET CONFIG Displays the current connection settings.
Appendix B – Telnet (Terminal) Commands Telnet Commands (continued) GET DNS Gets the list of DNS entries. Example: >get dns DNS Servers ------------------------------Domain suffix: amx.internal Entry 1: 192.168.40.7 Entry 2: 192.168.40.8 Note: When the DXLink Fiber unit is in DHCP Mode, these are active values, NOT the stored values that only apply to Static IP Mode. GET ETHERNET MODE Note: This command applies only to the Receiver. Displays the current LAN configuration setting.
Appendix B – Telnet (Terminal) Commands Telnet Commands (continued) GET USB Note: This command applies only to the Transmitter. Displays USB statistics. Example: >get usb USB Statistics : Number of USB Connections Number of Keyboard Messages Number of Mouse Messages Number of Table Messages Number of Connections Number of Disconnects Number of Errors IP STATUS : : : : : : : 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 Displays the IP status. Example: >ip status NetLinx IP Connections Connected to 192.168.43.
Appendix B – Telnet (Terminal) Commands Telnet Commands (continued) SCALER Note: This command applies only to the Receiver. Shows video scaler status.
Appendix B – Telnet (Terminal) Commands Telnet Commands (continued) SET DEVICE Sets the device number, and stores it in non-volatile memory. Syntax: SET DEVICE The valid range of device numbers is 0 to 31999. • If the user enters a number outside that range, then no change will be made and the DXLink Fiber unit will issue an error message. • A Device Number of ‘0’ means that the DXLink Fiber unit will accept the auto-assigned device number from the Master.
Appendix B – Telnet (Terminal) Commands Telnet Commands (continued) SET IP Sets the IP configuration of a specified device. Enter a Host Name, Type (DHCP or Fixed), IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Gateway IP Address. Important: Host Names may only contain ASCII letters “a” through “z” (not case-sensitive), digits “0” through “9”, and the hyphen (“-”). Note: DHCP implies “DHCP with link-local fallback”. Note: For NetLinx Masters, the Host Name can only consist of alphanumeric characters.
Appendix B – Telnet (Terminal) Commands Telnet Commands (continued) SET TELNET PASSWORD Note: This command applies only to the Receiver. Sets the username for a secure Telnet session. • Default = blank (no password required) • For details, see page 105 SET TELNET USERNAME Note: This command applies only to the Receiver. Sets the username for a secure Telnet session.
Appendix B – Telnet (Terminal) Commands Telnet Commands (continued) SHOW DIGITAL STATS Note: This command applies only to the Transmitter. Displays information about the digital signal. Example: >show digital stats Transmitter Video Signal Video mode: HDMI Upstream video is not freerun.
Appendix B – Telnet (Terminal) Commands Telnet Commands (continued) SHOW TCP Shows the TCP list. Example: >show tcp Show TCP List ------------The following TCP connections exist(ed): 1: 192.168.43.57:23 <=> 192.168.43.51:51418 (connected) 2: Port:24 (listening) 3: Port:23 (listening) 4: Port:7 (listening) SHOW UDP Shows the UDP list.
Appendix B – Telnet (Terminal) Commands Telnet Commands (continued) VIDEO Note: This command applies only to the Receiver. Shows video signal status.
Appendix B – Telnet (Terminal) Commands Telnet Commands (continued) XG Note: This command applies only to the Receiver. Displays information about the XG fiber link status control.
Appendix B – Telnet (Terminal) Commands URL vs. NDP vs. Auto Determining which connection method to use for Master Connection Mode is essentially a matter of deciding what information the device should use to identify the correct Master to connect to. The default mode is NDP; the mode can be changed via the SET CONNECTION Telnet command (see page 112). URL – The device connects to the Master with the specified URL.
Appendix C – Virtual NetLinx Master Appendix C – Virtual NetLinx Master Overview Virtual NetLinx Master (Masterless) A Virtual NetLinx Master can be created using your PC, which allows NetLinx Studio to facilitate direct file transfers to a DXLink Fiber Transmitter or Receiver when a Master is not available. Four basic procedures must be completed for Virtual Master file transfers: Set the PC to a static IP address (below). Create a Virtual Master in NetLinx Studio (page 123).
Appendix C – Virtual NetLinx Master Note: The following procedure was completed on Windows 7 Professional (other versions may vary slightly). To set a PC to Static IP Mode: 1. From the Start menu on the desktop taskbar, select Control Panel / Network and Sharing Center. 2. Click “Change adapter settings” (top left). 3. Right-click on Local Area Connection and select Properties. The Local Area Connection Properties dialog box opens. 4.
Appendix C – Virtual NetLinx Master 6. Press the Tab key on your keyboard to auto-fill the Subnet mask field. 7. Click OK and click Close. Important: When finished using the PC as a Virtual Master, change the setting in the dialog box shown in Step 4 back to “Obtain an IP address automatically.” Creating a Virtual Master To create a Virtual Master in NetLinx Studio: 1. Open NetLinx Studio. 2. From the Settings menu, select Master Communication Settings.
Appendix C – Virtual NetLinx Master 4. Under Transport Connection Option, select Virtual NetLinx Master. Select Virtual NetLinx Master 5. Under Virtual NetLinx Master Options: a. Optional – Change the Master System Number (default = 1; range = 1 to 65535). b. Select the desired IP Address in the Available Connections list (this will be the static IP address that the PC was set to in the previous instructions). Change Master System Number (optional) Select IP Address (PC’s static IP address) 6.
Appendix C – Virtual NetLinx Master Preparing a TX/RX to Work with a Virtual Master Preparing the DXLink Fiber Transmitter or Receiver to work with a Virtual Master requires placing the unit in Static IP Mode, assigning it a device ID, and setting the connection type to TCP. Note: When using the first set of instructions below, only one DXLink Fiber TX/RX can be connected to the Virtual Master at a time because the static IP address is the same for all DXLink Fiber units.
Appendix C – Virtual NetLinx Master 7. At the prompt (>), type SET DEVICE and press Enter. For the value, the valid range of device numbers is 0 to 31999. Setting a device number does not require a reboot to take effect. 8. At the prompt, type SET CONNECTION and press Enter. 9. Specify TCP for the connection and the PC’s static IP address for the Master. The Transmitter or Receiver displays under the Virtual Master and is now ready for file transfers.
Appendix D – Cable Details and Pinout Info Appendix D – Cable Details and Pinout Info Overview The DXLink Fiber Transmitters and Receivers each have an HDMI connector. The Transmitters also have an HDMI output connector on the front for sending the video signal directly from the source to a local destination device. This connection supports the same input resolutions contained in the first table in “Appendix E - Supported Input Resolutions” (see page 130).
Appendix D – Cable Details and Pinout Info HD-15 Connector Cable Pinout HD-15 connectors are found on the DXLink Fiber Transmitters. These connectors are used to accept a variety of analog video signals from a source device. The following table provides cable pinout details for HD-15 connections for VGA, VGA-RGBS, VGA-RGsB, component, S-Video, and composite.
Appendix D – Cable Details and Pinout Info DVI Pinout for DVI-to-HDMI Cable The pinout in FIG. 35 is for the DVI receptacle for a DVI-to-HDMI cable which can be used with the DXLink Fiber unit when a DVI-D source signal is required.
Appendix E – Supported Input Resolutions Appendix E – Supported Input Resolutions Available Pixel Display and Refresh Rate The available pixel display and refresh rates for the input devices connected to the DXLink Fiber Transmitters are listed in this appendix. The resolutions in the following tables are supported on the DXLink Fiber Transmitters and can be set using a SEND_COMMAND.
Appendix E – Supported Input Resolutions DVI, HDMI, and VGA Supported Input Resolutions (continued) Resolution Name Horizontal Active Pixels Vertical Active Pixels Refresh (Hz) HDMI and DVI Support VGA Support 1280x720@60 1280 720 60 1280x720p@60 1280 720 60 1280x720p@100 1280 720 100 1280x720p@120 1280 720 120 1280x768@60 1280 768 60 1280x768@75 1280 768 75 1280x768@85 1280 768 85 1280x800@60 1280 800 60 1280x960@60 1280 960 60 1280x960@85 1280 960 85
Appendix E – Supported Input Resolutions Composite and S-Video Supported Input Resolutions Composite and S-Video Supported Input Resolutions Resolution Name Horizontal Active Pixels Vertical Active Pixels Refresh (Hz) Comments Video Standard 720x480i@60 720 240 60 480i CEA 720x576i@50 720 288 50 576i CEA Component Video Supported Input Resolutions Component Video Supported Input Resolutions Resolution Name Horizontal Active Pixels Vertical Active Pixels Refresh (Hz) Comments Video St
Appendix F – Supported Output Resolutions Appendix F – Supported Output Resolutions HDMI and DVI Supported Output Resolutions The resolutions in the following table are supported on the DXLink Fiber RX and can be set using a SEND_COMMAND. The horizontal/vertical/refresh information from the Resolution Name (in the first column) can be entered in a SEND_COMMAND command (VIDOUT_RES_REF) to specify scaling parameters for the DXLink Fiber RX. For complete command information, see page 77.
Appendix F – Supported Output Resolutions Digital Video Output Resolution Support Important: The resolutions and timings in the lists in this section can only be set using DGX Configuration Software via the Enova DGX Switcher when the DXLink Receiver is being used directly from a DXLink Fiber Output Board.
Appendix F – Supported Output Resolutions CVR (RGB Color Space): 768x480p@60Hz 800x600p@60Hz 800x600p@120Hz 848x480p@60Hz 960x600p@60Hz 1024x576p@60Hz 1024x640p@60Hz 1024x768p@60Hz 1024x768p@120Hz 1064x600p@60Hz 1152x720p@60Hz 1152x864p@60Hz 1224x768p@60Hz 1280x720p@60Hz 1280x768p@60Hz 1280x768p@120Hz 1280x800p@120Hz 1280x960p@60Hz 1280x1024p@60Hz 1360x768p@60Hz 1360x768p@120Hz 1400x1050p@60Hz 1440x900p@60Hz 1536x960p@60Hz 1600x1000p@60Hz 1600x1200p@60Hz 1680x1050p@60Hz 1704x960p@60Hz 1728x1080p@60Hz 1800x
Appendix F – Supported Output Resolutions CVT (RGB Color Space): 640x360p@85Hz 640x400p@75Hz 640x400p@85Hz 640x480p@75Hz 640x480p@85Hz 768x480p@60Hz 768x480p@75Hz 768x480p@85Hz 800x600p@50Hz 800x600p@60Hz 800x600p@75Hz 800x600p@85Hz 848x480p@50Hz 848x480p@60Hz 848x480p@75Hz 848x480p@85Hz 960x600p@50Hz 960x600p@60Hz 960x600p@75Hz 960x600p@85Hz 1024x576p@50Hz 1024x576p@60Hz 1024x576p@75Hz 1024x576p@85Hz 1024x640p@50Hz 1024x640p@60Hz 1024x640p@75Hz 1024x640p@85Hz 1024x768p@50Hz 1024x768p@60Hz 1024x768p@75Hz 1
Appendix F – Supported Output Resolutions DMR (RGB Color Space): 1280x800p@60Hz 1366x768p@60Hz 1600x900p@60Hz DMT (RGB Color Space): 640x350p@85Hz 640x400p@85Hz 640x480p@60Hz 640x480p@72Hz 640x480p@75Hz 640x480p@85Hz 720x400p@85Hz 800x600p@56Hz 800x600p@60Hz 800x600p@72Hz 800x600p@75Hz 800x600p@85Hz 848x480p@60Hz 1024x768i@43Hz 1024x768p@60Hz 1024x768p@70Hz 1024x768p@75Hz 1024x768p@85Hz 1152x864p@70Hz 1152x864p@75Hz 1152x864p@85Hz 1280x800p@60Hz 1280x960p@60Hz, 280x960p@75Hz 1280x960p@85Hz 1280x1024i@43Hz
Appendix G – Fiber Transceiver Replacement Appendix G – Fiber Transceiver Replacement Applicability Notice This appendix pertains to replacement of SFP+ fiber optic transceivers for the DXLink Fiber Transmitters and Receivers listed in the tables on page 12. Latch and/or label color Dust plug FIG.
Appendix G – Fiber Transceiver Replacement Replacing an SFP+ Fiber Optic Transceiver Tips for Fiber Tips for Fiber Optic Connections: Optic Keep dust plugs in transceivers until you are ready to make a connection. Connections Clean fiber optic cable ends before attaching to transceivers (be sure to follow the cable manufacturer’s instructions for inspecting and cleaning the cable ends).
Appendix G – Fiber Transceiver Replacement 4. Restore the removed transceiver’s latch to an upright position and replace the dust plug that originally shipped with the transceiver. Place the transceiver in an ESD shielded bag and set aside. Tip: Leave the dust plug in the replacement transceiver for Step 5 to reduce possibility of damaging the transceiver / socket. 5.
Appendix H – EDID Management/Programming Appendix H – EDID Management/Programming DXLink Fiber and EDID EDID Overview EDID (Extended Display Identification Data) is a data structure established by the Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA) to enable plug-and-play support by enabling easy configuration of a source’s graphics subsystem based on the capabilities of the attached display device.
Appendix H – EDID Management/Programming USER EDID 1 This EDID is empty until an EDID is programmed/uploaded by using DGX Configuration software (see page 143). It can be programmed either through the switcher and Input board that the Transmitter is connected to or through the USB Program port on the Transmitter. If the command is sent to load USER EDID 1 prior to any EDID being programmed, then the previously loaded EDID will remain on the input.
Appendix H – EDID Management/Programming DGX Configuration Software Overview Important: Because signals routed through DXLink Fiber Transmitters normally produce a quality image, you will not need the information in this appendix unless the installation has special EDID requirements for HDMI or VGA.
Appendix H – EDID Management/Programming DXLink Fiber Connection to PC The following instructions are for setting up an EDID for a DXLink Fiber Transmitter (all Directional Modes) with attached downstream RX. For procedures that address setting up an EDID for a DXLink Fiber board, rather than a Transmitter, see the Instruction Manual – Enova DGX 8/16/32/64 Digital Media Switchers at www.amx.com. To use DGX Configuration Software with a DXLink Fiber Transmitter: 1.
Appendix H – EDID Management/Programming General Notes for Working with DGX Configuration Software and DXLink Fiber TXs When a DXLink Fiber TX is connected to a PC running DGX Configuration Software, the following applies: DGX Configuration Software displays the connected Transmitter only. File menu – Select Open File to load an .edid file to the program. Select Save to File to save an .edid file containing the currently displayed settings in the EDID Programmer view.
Appendix H – EDID Management/Programming To read and save EDID data from a DXLink Fiber Transmitter input: 1. On the PC, open the DGX Configuration Software and select the EDID Programmer tab. 2. Under Inputs/Outputs on the left, expand the device tree, and select either the HD-15 or HDMI Input. Device tree with HD-15 and HDMI Inputs EDID Information (read-only) EDID Type – Analog or Digital Convert to Digital / Convert to Analog Read – reads EDID from the Transmitter Messages 3.
Appendix H – EDID Management/Programming Writing EDID Data to a DXLink Fiber Transmitter’s Input Connector This section contains information that applies to DXLink Fiber Transmitters (all Directional Modes) with attached downstream RX. For procedures that address writing EDID data to a DXLink Fiber board, rather than a Transmitter, see the Instruction Manual – Enova DGX 8/16/32/64 Digital Media Switchers at www.amx.com.
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