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Quick Start Guide

Enova DGX 8/16/32 Digital Media Switchers

Overview and General Specifications

Enova DGX 8/16/32 Digital Media Switchers are available in various configurations in

increments of four up to 8x8, 16x16, and 32x32 respectively. Therefore, the illustrations

may differ from the model(s) purchased. The Instruction Manual – Enova DGX 8/16/32

Digital Media Switchers contains complete documentation (including board

specifications and supported resolutions); see www.amx.com. Each enclosure

contains an integrated NetLinx Central Control Processor

Installation

Rack Mounting

Caution: To prevent overheating, avoid placing high heat-producing equipment

directly above/below enclosure. The system requires a minimum of 1 empty rack unit

above and below (3 empty rack units are recommended). Verify that the openings on

the sides and top of the enclosure are not blocked and do not have restricted airflow.

To rack mount an enclosure (Enova DGX 32 requires a minimum of 2 people):

1. Position the enclosure in the rack and secure it with rack mounting screws.

2. Provided / recommended for SC Optical Boards – Install cable management bars:

(A) Enova DGX 32 only – Remove number plate at rear top. (B) Fasten bar with

two screws on one end of the board and one screw at the other (the long part of

the bar is to the right of holes); do not over tighten. (C) Replace the number plate.

Attaching Input and Output Cables

Generally, any input board in an Enova DGX Switcher can route signals to any type of

output board; the signal format is automatically converted to match the output board.

Note that DGX SC Optical Boards do not support HDCP.

DXLink™ Twisted Pair Input and Output Boards require DXLink™ Transmitters and

Receivers. SC Optical Input and Output Boards require DGX Fiber Transmitters and

Receivers. For details, see each product’s Quick Start Guide or Instruction Manual.

For testing purposes, attach just the first two source and destination devices (and any

required transmitters or receivers).

Enova DGX AIE, HDMI, DVI, and DXLink Boards

AIE Boards – These boards are documented separately. Before wiring audio,

the AIE boards must

be uninstalled, have their DIP switches set, and be reinstalled.

For directions, see the Quick Start Guide - Enova DGX Audio Insert/Extract Board.

HDMI Boards (HDCP 1.4) – Inputs and outputs incorporate HDMI

technology.

HDMI connectors route high-resolution HDMI or DVI signals with or without HDCP.

For single-link DVI signals, use a cable adapter.

DVI Boards (HDCP 1.4) – Inputs and outputs are HDMI compatible. DVI output pin 14

(+5 VDC out) supplies 50 mA per each of the four output connectors. By changing the

EDID, DVI Boards can route HDMI.

DXLink Boards – Inputs and outputs incorporate HDMI technology. Use with DXLink

Transmitters / Receivers, which automatically adjust the scaling and image and almost

always result in a quality image on the monitor. If the setup has special requirements

or adjustment is needed, see the Instruction Manual.

Important: DIP switches must

be set on the DXLink Transmitters and Receiver before

units are cabled to the switcher via its DXLink Boards. For information on DXLink

modules or wallplates, see the applicable Quick Start Guide.

Audio EDID Settings

HDMI, DVI, and DXLink Boards ship with a basic audio EDID configuration. To

optimize audio for your system, you may need to replace default EDID settings.

Custom EDID files and DGX Configuration Software are available at www.amx.com.

For information, see the Instruction Manual – Enova DGX 8/16/32 Digital Media

Switchers or the software’s Help file.

DGX Board Default EDID Files

• HDMI and DXLink – AMX_HDMI1_A2_basicAudio.edid

• DVI – AMX_DVI1_A0.edid

DGX Board Custom EDID Files

• 1080p (VIC 16) – AMX_HDMI1_A1.edid

• 1080p (VIC 16) – AMX_HDMI1_A1_basicAudio.edid

• 720p (VIC 4) – AMX_HDMI1_A1_720p.edid

• 720p (VIC 4) – AMX_HDMI1_A1_720p_basicAudio.edid

- Supports basic audio only (L-PCM 32 k, 44.1 k, and 48 k)

- Supports up to 192 k for L-PCM, 48 kHz Dolby (5.1), and 48 kHz DTS (5.1)

Epica DGX SC Optical Boards – SC Fiber Connectors

Epica DGX SC Optical Boards are compatible in Enova DGX Switchers.

Safety Recommendations for Laser Products

Important: No user serviceable parts are inside an Enova DGX enclosure; service

should only be done by qualified personnel.

Warning: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than

those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

Exercise caution to avoid direct eye exposure to invisible laser radiation. Follow the

recommendations below whenever installing or working with DGX fiber products.

• Be sure to apply the power only after all fiber connections are made and no fiber

ends are exposed.

•Do not remove dust plugs from SC fiber connectors or the dust caps from the

fiber cables until establishing connections; avoid direct eye exposure

• Make sure all cables, including fiber cables, are correctly connected and/or

terminated.

• Before you unplug a fiber cable on an input board, disconnect the power on the

DGX TX that is connected to the input.

• Before you unplug a fiber cable on an output board, disconnect the switch for

that output connector.

Each board has four SC fiber connectors (remove plug to attach cable). These boards

are used in conjunction with DGX Fiber TX and RX Modules. Signals routed through

these boards normally do not require any adjustment, as the DGX Fiber Modules

automatically scale and adjust the signal as necessary. Set up the modules according

to their Quick Start Guide, installing a TX between each input board and the source

device and an RX between each output board and the destination device (FIG. 2).

Caution: For SC Optical Boards, we recommend using the provided cable

management bars or some other type of cable management system to avoid damage

to fiber cables.

Caution: Do not

severely bend or kink the fiber cable. Irreversible damage can occur.

Refer to the physical limitations (bend radius) specified for the cable by manufacturer.

The bend radius for AMX SC terminated fiber cables is 2 inches (5 cm).

General Specifications

Approvals CE, UL, cUL, FCC Class A, RoHS

AC Power 100 VAC to 240 VAC single phase

50 Hz to 60 Hz

Power Consumption

Note: For specifications for power

consumption with DXLink power,

see the Instruction Manual.

DGX 8 / DGX 16:

• Max 977 Watts w/redundancy; 1954 Watts w/out

DGX 8: Typical 145 Watts, fully loaded enclosure

DGX 16: Typical 362 Watts, fully loaded enclosure

DGX 32:

• Max 1379 Watts w/redundancy; 2758 Watts w/out

• Typical 585 Watts, fully loaded enclosure

Thermal Dissipation

Note: For specifications for thermal

dissipation with DXLink power, see the

Instruction Manual.

DGX 8 / DGX 16:

• Max 3334 BTU/hr. w/redundancy; 6667 w/out

DGX 8: Typical 495 BTU/hr., fully loaded enclosure

DGX 16: Typical 1235 BTU/hr., fully loaded encl.

DGX 32:

• Max 4705 BTU/hr. w/redundancy; 9410 w/out

• Typical 1996 BTU/hr., fully loaded encl.

Operational Temperature 32° F to 104° F (0° C to 40° C)

Storage Temperature -22° F to 158° F (-30° C to 70° C)

Storage Humidity/Operational Humidity

0% to 90% RH / 5% to 85% RH (non-condensing)

Compatible Modules / Wallplates DXLink Transmitters / Receiver / Wallplate TXs

DGX Fiber Transmitters / Receivers

Enova DGX 8/16 Enova DGX 32

MTBF: 168,000 hrs. MTBF: 92,000 hrs.

Depth:15 in. (38.1 cm)

16 in. (40.64 cm) with extractors

Depth: 20.08 in. (51 cm)

21.08 in. (53.54 cm) with extractors

Width: 19.0 in. (48.26 cm) with rack

mounting ears

Width: 19.0 in. (48.26 cm) with rack mounting ears

Height: 6.84 in. (17.37 cm) 4 RU Height: 10.45 in. (26.54 cm) 6 RU

Weight: Approx. 35 lbs/55 lbs (15.9 kg /

24.95 kg) per loaded enclosure

Weight: Approximately 73 lbs (33.1 kg) per loaded

enclosure

Shipping Weight: Approx. 45 lbs/65 lbs

(20.4 kg /29.5 kg) per loaded enclosure

Shipping Weight: Approximately 83 lbs

(37.6 kg) per loaded enclosure

FIG. 1 HDMI, DVI, DXLink, and AIE Boards

HDMI Board

DVI Board

Note: The Instruction Manual contains information on:

• InstaGate Pro Technology (easy switching of

HDCP protected content) for HDMI.

• Software for scaling and EDID programming.

DXLink Board

Note: System setup for DXLink Boards is

similar to FIG. 2, only with DXLink TXs and

RXs installed between the DXLink Boards

and the source and destination devices.

AIE Board

FIG. 2 SC fiber cable attached to output; system setup with DGX Fiber TX and RX Modules

SC fiber connector

normally a click is heard)

(make sure it seats firmly;

System Setup

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.

CAUTION – CLASS 3R

INVISIBLE RADIATION WHEN

OPEN; AVOID DIRECT EYE

EXPOSURE.

SC Optical Input

SC Optical Output

Enova DGX Switcher

DGX TX

DGX RX

Summary of content (2 pages)

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Quick Start Guide Enova DGX 8/16/32 Digital Media Switchers Overview and General Specifications Enova DGX 8/16/32 Digital Media Switchers are available in various configurations in increments of four up to 8x8, 16x16, and 32x32 respectively. Therefore, the illustrations may differ from the model(s) purchased. The Instruction Manual – Enova DGX 8/16/32 Digital Media Switchers contains complete documentation (including board specifications and supported resolutions); see www.amx.com.
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Applying Power and Startup Cable Requirements for the LAN Connection Note: We recommend using a surge protector and/or an AC line conditioner. To apply power: Connect the LAN port on the Enova DGX Switcher directly to a LAN (network) with an RJ-45 cable (crossover or straight-through; port automatically adjusts). A DHCP capable server must be in the network. 1. 2. 1. Plug power cords into both power receptacles.