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Connections to DMCO output cards vary depending

on the particular card. For connection information,

refer to the following list of connectors available in

various combinations on the various output cards.

MMF/SC

(DM 8G Fiber)

Connects to DM 8G

fiber input of DM

receivers or other

DM devices using simplex multimode fiber optic cable

(sold separately). Using CRESFIBER8G, the maximum

transmission distance is 1000 feet (~300 meters). Using

CRESFIBER, CRESFIBER-SINGLE-SC, or generic OM3

simplex multimode fiber optic cable, the maximum

transmission distance is 500 feet (~150 meters).

SMF/LC

(DM 8G SM Fiber)

Connects to DM 8G SMF input of DM switchers or other

DM devices using single-mode fiber optic cable (sold

separately). Using CRESFIBER8G-SM or generic G.652.D

(or better) simplex single-mode fiber optic cable, the

maximum transmission distance is 7.5 miles (12 km).

D and M

(DM Fiber,

Dual Output Shown)

Connect to DM fiber input of DM receivers or other DM

devices using duplex multimode fiber optic cable (sold

separately). Using CRESFIBER8G, CRESFIBER,

CRESFIBER-DUAL-SC, or generic OM2/OM3 duplex

multimode fiber optic cable, the maximum transmission

distance is 1000 feet (~300 meters).

quickstart guide

DM-MD8X8/16X16/32X32

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Specifications subject to

change without notice.

For details, refer to the latest version of the DM-MD8X8/16X16/32X32

DigitalMedia

™

Switchers Operations Guide, Doc. 6755.

QUICKSTART DOC. 6756E (2022813, Sheet 1 of 2) 06.12

DigitalMedia

™

Switchers

DM-MD8X8/16X16/32X32

Before Starting

Adding or Replacing Input/Output Cards

This Quickstart Guide applies to the DM-MD8X8-RPS,

DM-MD16X16-RPS, and DM-MD32X32-RPS as well as to the

DM-MD8X8, DM-MD16X16, and DM-MD32X32.

Input/output (I/O) cards are installed prior to shipment of a

DigitalMedia™ switcher. If, however, I/O cards are to be added or

replaced in the field, refer to the following illustrations and

instructions. For additional information, refer to the latest version of

the DigitalMedia Card Installation Guide (Doc. 6757), which is

available from the Crestron

Web site (www.crestron.com/manuals).

Input Slots 1-16 Input Slots 17-32

Output Slots 1-4

Output Slots 5-8

To add or replace I/O cards (excluding DM-MD16X16 output cards):

1. Do either of the following:

● If adding an I/O card, remove the screws that secure the

cover plate of an unused slot.

● If replacing an I/O card, remove the screws that secure the

card to be replaced, and then remove the card.

2. Insert the card to be installed into the slot side rails, and ensure

that the card is fully seated in the slot.

3. Using the screws removed in step 1, secure the card in position.

CAUTION: I/O cards are electrostatic sensitive

devices. Wear a grounding strap or touch the metal

chassis of a known grounded device while handling

and installing the cards.

NOTE: Ensure that the power cord is not connected

before installing I/O cards.

Output Slot 1

Input Slots 9-16

Output Slot 2

Input Slots 1-8

Output Slot 1

Output Slot 2

Input Slots 1-4 Input Slots 5-8

DM-MD8X8

DM-MD16X16

DM-MD32X32

Connecting Outputs

DM OUT

(DM 8G+)

Connects to DM 8G+™ input of DM receivers or other DM

devices using DM-CBL-8G DigitalMedia 8G™ cable,

DM-CBL DigitalMedia cable, DM-CBL-D DigitalMedia D

cable, or generic CAT5e (or better) UTP or STP. Shielded

cable and connectors are recommended to safeguard

against unpredictable environmental electrical noise which

may impact performance at resolutions above 1080p.

POE IN

Connects to 802.3af Power over Ethernet (PoE) power

source (sold separately) to enable Power over DM (PoDM).

For additional information, refer to section .

D and M

(DM CAT)

Connect to DM CAT input of DM receivers or other DM

devices using DM-CBL DigitalMedia cable. Up to two DM

repeaters (Model DM-DR, sold separately) may be required.

HDMI

Connects to HDMI

digital video/audio input of a local HDMI

display/receiver or of a daisy-chained DM switcher using

CBL-HD cable (sold separately).

L and R

(Audio)

Connects to balanced/unbalanced stereo line level input.

For complete system design guidelines, refer to the latest version of the Crestron DigitalMedia Design Guide,

(Doc. 4546), which is available from the Crestron Web site (www.crestron.com/dmresources).

CAUTION: Do not connect power cords until instructed to do so.

NOTE: Cards can be installed into any of the slots

provided; however, it is recommended that the cards

be installed into the slots in numerical order.

NOTE: DM-MD16X16 output cards are not field

installable. If a different configuration is required,

contact Crestron customer service.

DM-MD16X16

output cards

are not field

installable.

Input Card

Summary of content (4 pages)

PAGE 1
DM-MD8X8/16X16/32X32 quickstart guide DigitalMedia™ Switchers 1 DM-MD32X32 Before Starting Input Slots 1-16 To add or replace I/O cards (excluding DM-MD16X16 output cards): Output Slots 1-4 Input Slots 17-32 This Quickstart Guide applies to the DM-MD8X8-RPS, DM-MD16X16-RPS, and DM-MD32X32-RPS as well as to the DM-MD8X8, DM-MD16X16, and DM-MD32X32. ! 2 1. CAUTION: Do not connect power cords until instructed to do so.
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DM-MD8X8/16X16/32X32 quickstart guide DigitalMedia™ Switchers 4 Connecting Sources to Input Cards Various input cards are available for the DM switchers, allowing a variety of input sources. The following illustrations show some of the available input cards and indicate the corresponding input sources.
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DM-MD8X8/16X16/32X32 quickstart guide DigitalMedia™ Switchers 6 8 Applying Power to the DM Switcher To apply power to the DM switcher, connect the AC power cord to the switcher, and then connect the power cord to AC power. ● Configuring the DM Switcher Configure input, output, and network settings of the DM switcher using the front panel controls and Installer Tools. MENU Button NOTE: DM switchers do not have a power switch.
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DM-MD8X8/16X16/32X32 quickstart guide DigitalMedia™ Switchers 9 ● Configuring Private Network Mode (Continued) 4. Turn the selection knob to highlight System ID, and then press the ENTER button. Private Network Mode State: On System ID: 1 Scenario 2: Source devices are not user-provided laptops. Select the preferred resolution based on the capabilities of the displays in the system.