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User's Manual Matrix 100 Switcher

1. O O TEE ee xOOUOUOUO0U a o Kl fe fe o Kl Kl E o Kl Kl EELER SE O O an ver Figure 1 2 Matrix 100 Front panel QuickSwitch Front Panel Controller QS FPC The QuickSwitch Front Panel Controller QS FPC provides local control of all Matrix 100 Switcher functions It is supplied as an optional accessory to the Matrix 100 and is intended for users who wish to supplement normal RS 232 computer control with local or remote operator control Refer to Chapter 2 for instructions for mounting the QS FPC and to Chapter 4 for operation The QS FPC includes the following features Control Microprocessor SmartControl is the Front Panel s built in microprocessor With it the user determines the Matrix 100 input output configuration what presets are saved as well as all other switcher settings Configuration Memory SmartControl can store up to eight different matrix configurations called presets This can save hours of reprogramming each I O configuration The QuickSwitch Front Panel Controller QS FPC allows for easy configuration of inputs and outputs as well as the control of additional system features QuickSwitch SmartControl The Front Panel includes full complement of function buttons make setup and programming the unit fast and easy Redundant Power Supply The Matrix 100 can be ordered with an optional redundant backup power supply to prevent signal loss if input power to
2. gt Chapter 3 Using the Front Panel Input Sources Si il li ba PL Ia eS Pe aS E A Output Destinations Matrix 200 Configuration Worksheet Preset Tie HGRR e Audio Video Fill in Preset number and colors or codes used to make connecting lines for each I O module type Input Sources A 184 Fe PE Pl Eee pe Ee FES et ek ed e e Output Destinations Matrix 200 Configuration Worksheet Preset Title RGSS Audio Video Fill in Preset number and colors or codes used to make connecting lines for each I O module type 3 5 Extron Matrix 100 User s Manual Matrix 100 Switcher User s Manual Chapter Four Hardware Installation IEC Power Panel Removing the Matrix 100 Cover Installing QuickSwitch Front Panel RS 232 RS 422 Connections Installing Redundant Power Supply Installing LC Modules Ny Chapter 4 Matrix 100 Hardware Installation KE This chapter covers only the installation of the Matrix 100 hardware Connecting its inputs and outputs is covered in Chapter 3 and setup is Chapter 4 IEC Power Panel The IEC Power Panel consists of an On Off switch a fuse cover and two male power connectors See Figure 4 1 The second connector is provided for a Redundant power supply Standard Power Supply The Matrix 100 Series switcher router has an auto switching power supply that operates from any input voltage from 90 to 26
3. 260 VAC Figure A 1 Matrix 100 Port Locations on the Rear Panel QS FPC Control Ports The Front Panel Controller QS FPC can be used two ways It can be mounted directly to the Matrix 100 in which case it is connected to an RJ45 8 pin connector on the Main Controller board The QS FPC can also be dismounted from the front of the unit and used remotely at a distance of up to 100 feet For remote operation the QS FPC is connected to the Remote FPC port located on the rear panel See figure The pin configuration for the Remote QS FPC port is shown below RJ45 8 pin Connections Remote QS FPC Pin Signal Pin Signal 1 Gnd 5 n c 2 Gnd 6 Tx 3 Rec 7 5 4 n c 8 5 9 Pin Communication Connector The RS 232 422 connector is a 9 pin D female with the following pin designations Pin RS 232 Description RS 422 Description 1 n c No Connection TxD Transmit Data 2 Tx Transmit Data TxD Transmit Data 3 Rx Receive Data Rx Receive Data 4 n c No Connection Rx Receive Data 5 Gnd Signal Ground Gnd Ground 6 n c No Connection n c No Connection 7 n c No Connection n c No Connection 8 n c No Connection n c No Connection 9 n c No Connection n c No Connection The remaining sections of this appendix cover the details of programming the Matrix 100 from a Host system co
4. Preset file not found Extron e Matrix 100 e User s Manual A 10 coocoo ecco Appendix A RS 232 Matrix Programmer s Guide COMM CMD12 3Ch Mute Selected Outputs MRAM Medium Resolution Analog Module The Host tells the Matrix to mute specific planes within selected outputs Format CMD12 Mute1 Mute2 MuteN 80h 80h 04h Where MuteN specifies planes to be muted for the output corresponding to the mute byte number This uses the same format as PlnMap shown below PinMap0 to access the RGBS Switcher planes 1 2 3 amp 4 Plane n a 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Plane Use n a Audio Audio Sync Sync Blue Green Red 2 1 Video Video MRAM MRAM MRAM PInMap Bit 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 MuteN 1 x x x x x x x Example Assume an 8 x 8 switch with RGBS Composite video and Audio 3Ch 87h AOh 90h 97h 80h 80h 80h 80h 80h 80h 04h The following outputs are muted 87h Output 1 R G B leave sync on AOh Output 2 Audio Stereo Left Right 90h Output 3 Composite video 97h Output 4 R G B and Composite video 80h outputs 5 8 Outputs not muted Response CMD12 Erc 80h 80h 04h CMD13 3Dh Request Mute Map The Host asks the Matrix to send which outputs are muted The response sends back the same data in the same format as CMD12 Format CMD13 80h 80h 04h Example 3Dh 80h 80h 04h Response CMD13 Erc Mute1 Mute2 MuteN 80h 80h 04h Where MuteX specifies planes to b
5. Slo Blo Fuse O f Figure 4 6 Changing the Fuse There is also an AC fuse on each of the two boards that make up the power supply Each fuse is located next to the AC input connector These fuses are accessible by removing the top cover of the Matrix RS 232 RS 422 Communications The Matrix 100 can be controlled by a host system through an RS 232 or an RS 422 interface The interface allows the user to write programs to configure and automate the operation of the Matrix 100 This includes making changes dynamically when commanded by the host controller as well as informing the host of the Matrix status Certain important changes in status are reported to the host automatically For additional programming information see Appendix A Ke o 9 pin connector on back panel i Figure 4 7 Swapping the RS 232 RS 422 Port cable 9 Pin Communication Connector RS 232 Protocol The rear panel of the matrix has one 9 pin connector labeled RS 232 RS422 Main Controller board provides two connectors one for RS 232 and the other for RS 422 Each matrix ships with the cable connected to the RS 232 port If your system uses RS 422 you may change this connection See page 4 2 for instructions on removing the Matrix 100 cover The RS 232 422 connector is a standard 9 pin D female with the CA O following pin designations RS 232 REDUNDANT AC POWER INPUT RS 422
6. a e 2 E En RS 2 422 RENOTE FPC VIDEO GENLOCK AC POWER Audio Destination Unit Figure 2 4 An example of RGBS 4 BNC or Composite Sync Video KG Audio Connections may or may not be used See page 2 9 for wiring Extron Matrix 100 User s Manual 2 4 AH Chapter 2 Rear Panel Connections RGBHV Connections with Right amp Left Audio Figure 2 5 illustrates the Matrix 100 connections for switching RGBHV or video with separate sync Choose an input number and connect each of the five cables from the source to the appropriate input on the Matrix 100 This example shows Input 2 Likewise choose an output number and connect each of the five cables to a destination device AV Source Unit Video Out Audio Out Matrix 100 OOOO OOOO O00 OOOO R SYNC INPUTS INPUTS SYNC SYNC inputs weuts 6600 6600 Gap ORE OUTPUTS OUTPUTS Go a ii Audio Destination Unit Figure 2 5 An example of RGBHV 5 BNC or Video with Separate H and V Sync 5 Audio Connections may or may not be used See page 2 9 for wiring 2 5 Extron e Matrix 100 e User s Manual Chapter 2 Rear Panel Connections O Composite Video Connections NTSC and PAL are
7. in Figure 4 11 Ei e Rear Panel Phoenix Audio Connectors Figure 4 11 How the Audio Module fits in the Matrix One sync board and one composite O Z board shown only as an example y AAAA ANAA AANA AANA AART Video Sync Blue Green Red Gol Audio Board E zess Main Controller Board gg 1 eo l ee Extron e Matrix 100 User s Manual Chapter 4 Matrix 100 Hardware Installation 5 Unpack the Audio Matrix module and locate the following The bracketed attachment is the power supply Two rows of female Phoenix audio connectors eight in each row Six pins per connector Board address DIP switches See Figure 4 13 Phoenix Audio Connectors SS P 4 3 inch ribbon cable attached Not visible in the Power picture to the right Supply gt Figure 4 13 The Matrix Audio Module before installation Address DIP switches are at far right end J The address DIP switches are factory set See right end of picture above They should be set to represent an address of five 01
8. 4 20 Figure 4 18 Squeeze the tabs to release the plug 4 On the new module remove the nuts from the BNC connectors Extron e Matrix 100 e User s Manual Chapter 4 Matrix 100 Hardware Installation KG _ If installing both a Sync module and a Composite Video module the Sync module must be in Plane 4 and the Composite Video in Plane 5 There are physical differences between these two modules The Sync module has components some Composite Video places on the insides of the boards or where the Composite Video module Syne has none Figure 4 19 Module differences Wutz ZARA 12345 Di ENN x Figure 4 20 D L 3 Q 8 Sync Video Figure 4 21 DIP Switch settings for each module Sync Aydwe 5 Mount the module by inserting the BNC connectors through the holes in the rear panel and secure it in place with the nuts Use 9 16 socket 6 Check to be sure the address DIP switches are set for the correct Plane number These switches are set at the factory but their settings should be confirmed The address switch settings are shown to the left with their orientation as seen from the front of the Matrix 100 IP Switch operation 7 Carefully support the I O board wh
9. A 11 request Mute map CMD25 49 A 12 set RGB delay after sync for clean switching CMD26 4A A 12 request RGB delay setting SCMD Subcommand a second byte that further defines the Command Command Hex Page Description RPRTO 70 A 13 report status to host RPRT1 71 A 13 report controlling port Command Hex Description CR 0D carriage return EOT 04 end of transmission STX 02 start of text ETX 03 end of text X On 11 resume transmission X Off 13 interrupt transmission Extron Matrix 100 e User s Manual A 4 Appendix A RS 232 Matrix Programmer s Guide COMM Using Commands CMDO0 30h Send Status The remainder of this appendix explains the operation of each command including data byte breakdown responses and possible error codes The Host asks the Matrix for its status settings Format CMDO SCMD 80h 80h 04h Where SCMD 080h send status bytes 81h 8Fh reserved Response CMD SCMD Erc Status1 Status2 Status3 80h 80h 04h Format 30h 80h Erc StsB1 StsB2 StsB3 80h 80h 04h Status Bytes StsB1 3 are described below Status Byte 1 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 Bit usage 1 Prg Seq Slv Ver Gnlk Batt Pwr Where StsB1 Bit O Power On Off status 0 powered on 1 powered off StsB1 Bit 1 Backup battery status 0 battery okay 1 battery low StsB1 Bit 2 Genlock Signal 0 detected 1 not detected StsB1 Bit 3 Vertical interval switching 0 disabled 1
10. Appendix A RS 232 Matrix Programmer s Guide Cay COMM Matrix Initiated Communications Protocol Timing Sometimes under abnormal conditions the Matrix 100 may detect a situation that must be reported to the Host For example Auxiliary power supply has been activated memory error backup battery must be replaced etc These Matrix Reports are listed and explained later They have the same general command format as the Host initiated commands but no response is expected from the host When Commands are sent to the Matrix 100 switcher the response is delayed due to normal processing time The response time has two components RS 232 or RS 422 bus delay and Matrix 100 processing time Matrix 100 processing time is variable depending on the length of the command and the matrix size Response time is usually less than 100 msec Command List Host to Matrix Reports Matrix to Host Communication Control Command Hex Page Description CMDO 30 A 5 request status requires SCMD CMD1 31 A 6 request System ID information requires SCMD CMD2 32 A 7 turn power ON CMD3 33 A 7 turn power OFF CMD4 34 A 7 request software version CMD5 35 A 9 set tie single connection CMD7 37 A 9 set tie all connections CMD8 38 A 10 request status and presets CMD9 39 A 10 mute all planes CMD10 3A A 10 save current as preset CMD11 3B A 10 load preset CMD12 3C A 11 mute selected outputs CMD13 3D
11. REMOTE FPC VIDEO GENLOCK AC POWER 90 260 VAC Figure 4 8 Matrix 100 Comm Connector P RS 232 Description RS 422 Description 1 n c No Connection TxD Transmit Data 2 Tx Transmit Data TxD Transmit Data 3 Rx Receive Data Rx Receive Data 4 n c No Connection Rx Receive Data 5 Gnd Signal Ground Gnd Ground 6 n c No Connection n c No Connection 7 n c No Connection n c No Connection 8 n c No Connection n c No Connection 9 n c No Connection n c No Connection The RS 232 422 baud rate is fixed at 9600 baud 8 bits no parity 1 stop bit It also used X on X off handshaking Extron e Matrix 100 User s Manual 4 4 Ny Chapter 4 Matrix 100 Hardware Installation y Installing a Redundant Power Supply To install a redundant power supply in a Matrix 100 disconnect the power source remove the Matrix from its rack mount and place it on a clean workspace Refer to page 4 2 to remove the cover With the cabinet open do the following 1 Mount the new power supply on the four bolts projecting up from the bottom of the cabinet and secure it with four nuts This position is parallel to that of the primary power supply See dotted lines in picture 2 Connect the two twisted power cables from the second IEC connector to the inputs on the new power supply boards See dotted lines in picture below 3 Connect the two black power
12. Turn Power Off The Host tells the Matrix to turn power off The action is independent of other active control ports e g Front Panel Controller Format CMDS 80h 80h 04h Example 33h 80h 80h 04h Response CMD3 Erc 80h 80h 04h CMD4 34h Send Software Version The Host asks the Matrix to send the current software version The format is x y Format CMD4 80h 80h 04h Example 34h 80h 80h 04h Response CMD4 Erc SfVer 80h 80h 04h Example Assuming software version is 1 3 x 1 y 3 To determine the SfVer from x y 1 Calculate 10x y decimal 10x1 3 13d 2 Convert to hex 13d Dh 3 Force bit 7 to become 8Dh The response is 34h 80h 8Dh 80h 80h 04h A 7 Extron e Matrix 100 e User s Manual Appendix A RS 232 Matrix Programmer s Guide Cas COMM Set Tie Connection Commands Planes and Plane Maps 7 aE The Set Connection Commands that follow are the programming equivalent of the Tie Menus used from the QS FPC Q000 6000 9000 tNpuTS MN puts 42 Cms EE oo TL ha A our REDUNDANT K pr REMOTE FPC VIDEO GENLOCK POWER When looking at the rear panel of the Matrix 100 the planes are counted from left to right top to bottom Presently six planes switching modules are supported with hardware Planes 1 2 and 3 are reserved for Red Green and Blue
13. enabled StsB1 Bit 4 Slave status 0 stand alone unit or master controller 1 slave in a compound matrix StsB1 Bit 5 Sequence running 0 not running 1 running StsB1 Bit 6 Program status 0 no program event pending 1 program event pending timer is set Status Byte 2 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 Bit usage 1 0 0 0 0 H Sec 0 Ps Where StsB2 Bit 0 Power Supply in use 0 Backup Power 1 Main Power StsB2 Bit 2 Hardware Security status 0 locked 1 unlocked available to user when unlocked StsB2 Bits 1 and 3 6 are reserved should be zero Status Byte 3 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 Bit usage 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 S Sec Where StsB3 Bit 0 Software Security status 0 locked 1 unlocked available to user when unlocked StsB3 Bit 1 thru 6 are reserved should be zero Extron e Matrix 100 e User s Manual Appendix A RS 232 Matrix Programmer s Guide Cay COMM CMD1 31h Report ID The Host asks for the configuration of the Matrix This includes such information as what type of switching modules are installed in which planes etc Format CMD1 SCMD 80h 80h 04h SCMD 80h Reserved 81h Reserved 82h Report technology See example 83h Reserved Example SCMD 82hReport Technology See example at bottom of page Response CMD1 82h Erc BdAd lnp Out Tech CR 80h 80h 04h Possible Ercs D3 No I O boards detected Be The string of data bytes in par
14. expand the switching capabilities for up to 48 inputs by 48 outputs This allows for multiple switching combinations Matrix 100 Switchers are ordered for a specific application with a combination of UO modules Each module switches one type of video signal one for red one for blue etc One audio module switches both left and right stereo channels 4 x 4 Medium Resolution Analog Module MRAM 175 MHz video bandwidth 8 x 4 Medium Resolution Analog Module MRAM 175 MHz video bandwiath 8 x 8 Medium Resolution Analog Module MRAM 175 MHz video bandwidth 4 x 4 Sync Module 8 x 4 Sync Module 8 x 8 Sync Module 4 x 4 Video Module 8 x 4 Video Module 8 x 8 Video Module 8 x 8 Stereo Audio Module For example a Matrix 100 designed to switch RGB separate horizontal and vertical sync and stereo audio will require the following modules three MRAM two Sync and one audio modules Depending upon the configuration of I O modules above the Matrix 100 Switcher can have up to 16 different input output configurations The configuration determines how many modules are required RGsB Red Green sync on green Blue RGBS Red Green Blue and separate composite Sync RGBHV Red Green Blue and separate H amp V Sync RGsBCv Red Green sync on green Blue and Composite video RGsBYC Red Green sync on green Blue and S Video RGBSCv Red Green Blue composite Sync and Composite video RGsBA Red Green syn
15. modules Planes 4 and 5 can have either sync or video switching modules depending on how the Matrix 100 was configured at the factory A Matrix built with both a sync and composite video switcher will have the sync module in plane 4 and the composite video module in plane 5 Plane 6 is reserved for stereo audio The Matrix 100 can access the planes independently or in combinations or groups Commands can access the planes by using Plane Map bytes called PinMap0 and PlnMap1 PlnMap1 is not used at this time Examples below show the correlation between the planes and the bit numbers PinMap0 to access the RGBS Switcher planes 1 2 3 amp 4 Plane n a 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Plane Use n a Audio Audio Sync Sync Blue Green Red 2 1 Video Video MRAM MRAM MRAM PInMap Bit 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 8F hex 1 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 PinMap0 to access the Composite Video Switcher plane 5 Plane n a 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Plane Use n a Audio Audio Sync Sync Blue Green Red 2 1 Video Video MRAM MRAM MRAM PinMap Bit 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 90 hex 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 PinMap0 to access the Audio Switcher plane 6 Plane n a 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Plane Use n a Audio Audio Sync Sync Blue Green Red 2 1 Video Video MRAM MRAM MRAM PinMap Bit 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 AO hex 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 The plane number refers to the physical address of the I O module Extron Matrix 100 User s Manual A 8 ecco Appendix A RS 232 Matrix Programmer s Guid
16. one output At any one time the active configuration of a Matrix 100 may have a set of ties per each available input Any configuration sets of ties may be stored as a Preset The maximum number of Presets is eight The Matrix 100 has Battery Backup Presets remain saved when power is off Because each Matrix 100 is custom built it may have different combinations of Input Output I O modules For this reason the operation of your unit will vary to reflect these differences See page A 3 for information on how each unit is built The QS FPC Front Panel is also an option INPUTS D d Oe 0e Extron e LJ gt Cle le e le Oe le Cle le Lje LJ Oe Le 2 3 4 5 6 7 OUTPUTS D m a m Ei MO MATRIX SWITCHER Figure 3 1 Matrix 100 Front Panel Power On Switch and LED xt Input and Output Buttons e S s SNS eg Before using the Matrix 100 front panel turn power on with the Power Switch on the back of the unit shown right The red LED on the left end of the front panel shown left lights when power is on 2 E 3 NDANT WER AC POWER INPUT Figure 3 2 Matrix 100 Power Switch The panel has a button and an LED for each input and each output If the matrix is 4x4 only the four left input and output buttons and LEDs will operate If the matrix is 8x4 all eight i
17. output connectors 6 pin to the two vacant power connectors on the main controller board next to the connectors from the primary supply 4 Check the mounting and connections by comparing them with those for the primary supply Be sure that the striped green Ground wires are connected as shown to the left CR 2 Ground post Green striped ground wire a on Qa SE bei 2 D D S uw JE S Z Aiddn U Z LA Se ef Figure 4 9 Connecting the Redundant Power Supply and Ground Wire Connections Right detail 5 Put the Matrix 100 back together and connect both AC power sources 6 To check the operation of the redundant supply turn the AC switch Off The Matrix should function normally using the redundant power supply and the Power LED should blink If using an RS 232 interface the Matrix Status Bytes will indicate this change in condition T REDUNDANT AC POWER AC POWER INPUT Figure 4 10 Redundant Power Supply Connector Like the Primary power supply the Redundant supply has a 4 amp fast blo fuse at the AC input of each board inside the matrix 4 5 Extron Matrix 100 e User s Manual Chapter 4 Matrix 100 Hardware Installation Adding an Audio Module Ee Tools for Installation 3 16 flat screwdriver 4 Phillips screwdriver 6 Phillips screwdriver Wire cutters A
18. string of bytes for each plane record with the following components a BdAd is the board address for the plane example is 80h red plane b Inp1 is the input to connect to output 1 example ties input 3 Inp2 is the input to connect to output 2 example ties input 3 c Inpn is the input to connect to the last output example ties input 1 d CR carriage return ODh terminates the data string for this plane C Another plane record data string will follow for the next plane to be configured and another etc for each plane to be configured 1 The plane record has a length determined by the number of outputs n 2 Only existing planes are valid 3 Any or all valid planes may be specified in the same command 4 Planes must be specified in ascending BdAd address order Plane 1 first plane n last Response CMD7 Erc 80h 80h 04h Possible Ercs CO Out of memory space Extron e Matrix 100 e User s Manual Appendix A RS 232 Matrix Programmer s Guide Cas COMM CMD8 38h Download Status and Presets The Host asks the Matrix 100 to send the contents of the specified preset Same variables are used as in CMD7 Stored presets are numbered 1 thru 8 Be The current Matrix setup can be accessed as preset 0 Format CMD8 Preset 80h 80h EOT Response CMD8 Erc BdAd Inp1 Inp2 Inpn CR 80h 80h 04h Possible Ercs C1 Preset file not found Where Pre
19. television or VCR type signals on a single coax cable which may or may not have stereo audio For this application the Matrix 100 uses one Composite Video module shown in Figure 2 6 in the right most position Connect the output of an NTSC PAL video source to a Video module input See illustration below Connect the video output from the Matrix to a destination device that uses Composite Video NTSC National Television Standards Committee PAL Phase Alternation Line AV Source Unit Video Out Audio Out Matrix 100 n gees e OOOO 1 Pras IM inputs GREEN SYNC eh weuts RELO goga dees fan AG POWER INPUT 90 260 VAC Video Destination Unit Audio Destination Unit Figure 2 6 Composite Video with Right amp Left Audio Ree Audio Connections may or may not be used See page 2 9 for wiring Extron e Matrix 100 User s Manual ANH Chapter 2 Rear Panel Connections S Video Connections Input Connections Output Connections S Video S VHS is typically the output from the AV source on a 4 pin miniature din type connector and must be converted to 2 BNC type connectors one for Chrominance C and the other for Luminance Y To adapt S VHS to BNC use Extron cable 26 353 01 To connect S Video to the Matrix 100 the Matrix must be ordered wit
20. the appropriate procedure from the following page Extron e Matrix 100 User s Manual 4 2 Ny Chapter 4 Matrix 100 Hardware Installation d KE Replacing a Blank Panel with a QuickSwitch Front Panel Controller BE Installing a front panel may be easier by placing the Matrix face up being careful to protect the BNC connectors from damage See Figure 4 4 1 SE After removing the Matrix 100 cover remove the Blank Front Panel as follows tenant 1 Remove the four screws and dress washers items amp in Figure 4 4 from Front Panel the existing front panel Take care to remove the four spacers from the rear of lt lt Spacer gt ka the panel e 2 When removing the blank panel disconnect the Power Indicator cable from J13 on the right side of the Main Controller board See in hi A a f Figure 4 3 Front Panel Cable Connections and Battery Location Cover removed 3 Remove the Blank Front and set it aside 4 Position the QS FPC on the front of the Matrix 100 with a spacer behind each S screw Install the four screws and dress washers items amp 5 Connect the modular cable from the plug on the QS FPC to the RJ45 connector on the Matrix 100 Main Controller board See in the picture above for the RJ45 connector location Figure 4 4 Matrix 100 face up ___ Circuits may be d
21. through a control port For example the Host can send Commands to the Matrix to request data from or send data to the Matrix 100 After receiving a command the Matrix 100 executes it and sends back a Response to the Host The Response includes an error code together with any requested data The Response includes the original Command code Its format is as follows 1 Command code CMD byte plus SCMD for some commands 2 Error code Erc see lists 3 Data if any the number of bytes required for the data 4 80h 80h followed by an End Of Transmission mark EOT The error code is usually bit encoded and follows the data format bit 7 always 1 to indicate a data byte An error code of 80 hex indicates no error Other error codes specify the reason for not properly executing a command The first error condition encountered will determine the error code The following list has Erc codes that could occur in response to any command and others that are associated with specific commands See command for description Erc description Erc description Erc description 80h no error normal 81h checksum error 82h illegal command 90h no I O boards 91h system mis match 92h security code error The following error codes are related to specific commands Erc see command Erc see command Erc see command CO CMD7 C1 CMD8 C2 CMD11 C3 CMD10 D3 CMD1 Extron e Matrix 100 e User s Manual
22. 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 13 8D ODh_ n a 0 0 0 1 1 0 1 14 8E OEh n a 0 0 0 1 1 1 0 15 8F OFh n a 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 16 90 10h n a 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 etc 32 A0 20h n a 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 etc 64 C0 40h n a 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 etc 99 E3 63h n a 1 1 0 0 0 1 1 100 E4 64h_ n a 1 1 0 0 1 0 0 etc 127 FF 7F_ n a 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Command Structure All commands follow the same pattern Command Specifier Data if any End of Transmission Mark dh 2 3 Command Specifier The command specifier consists of one byte for short commands or two bytes for long commands The first byte is the Command Code CMD in the range 20 hex thru 7F hex The second byte of long commands is called the Subcommand SCMD and is treated as data ranging from 80 hex to FF hex A list of supported commands and detailed explanation are given later in this section Data If present data quantify the commands Their format is command specific Data is the useful part of the information exchange i e the reason for sending and receiving commands Data is in hexadecimal values and bit 7 is always a 1 that is the data bytes include 80h plus 7 bits of information End of Transmission This is always 80h 80h 04h Extron e Matrix 100 e User s Manual eeeee ecco Appendix A RS 232 Matrix Programmer s Guide COMM Host Initiated Communications Protocol Error Codes Erc Most of the information transfer activity is initiated by a Host system
23. 0 VAC 50 60 Hz No equipment changes are necessary ee Te BE oe S Fuse ea Je A a rei Tei O lt Fuse Type 5mm x 20mm Ve sl Ve sl E Fuse Rating 240V 0 8A Super Slo Blo Z Power Switch il Power Switch 1 On d fs 0 Off S iL i Kal UJ i REDUNDANT AC POWER INPUT AC POWER 90 260 VAC Figure 4 1 IEC Power Panel Power Switch Fuse and Power Connectors Redundant Power Supply optional To improve equipment reliability in critical applications the Matrix 100 can be configured with a redundant internal power supply With this option the Matrix 100 will automatically switch to the backup supply if the primary supply fails If the Matrix 100 switches to the backup power supply it continues to operate without interruption and sends a command to the Host system to indicate a change in status If the Matrix has a QuickSwitch Front Panel Controller the Power LED will flash to alert the user that a power failure has occurred KG To install this optional power supply see procedure on page 4 5 QuickSwitch Front Panel Controller The QuickSwitch Front Panel Controller QS FPC provides local control of all Matrix 100 functions This optional feature is intended to supplement normal RS 232 computer control with a local or remote operator control KG The following pages include procedures for panel installation 4 1 Extron Matrix 100 e User s M
24. 01 binary 6 Remove the six nuts from the screws that hold the two boards together Set the screws and washers aside the nuts A will not be needed See Figure 4 12 A 7 Slide the rear panel upward about 3 4 while keeping it in the cabinet grooves See Figure 4 14 8 Orient the Audio Module above the Nylon Spacers with the audio connector strips to the rear Tilt the module slightly and slip the audio connectors through the parallel openings in the Rear Panel and lower it to a horizontal position See Figure 4 14 bottom right jj Sei o Slide up about 3 4 o and slip the Audio Module under it 9 While holding the Audio Module in position with the Rear Panel i lower them both carefully until the module rests on the six nylon spacers in the bottom of the cabinet See Figure 4 15 S 10 With the Audio Module loosely in position lift the S corner by the power supply slightly and plug the ribbon cable into the nearest slot J4 on the Main Controller board The I O connectors on the Main Controller board are on a parallel bus therefore it doesn t matter which module is plugged to which connector Because of its cable length the Audio Board must plug into the closest connector Figure 4 15 Secure the module in position Ext
25. 15v 60 153 01 230v 60 153 02 SC 210 Sync Processor 115v 60 154 01 230v 60 154 02 Kits can be ordered from Extron for adding modules to an existing Matrix 100 The following list gives part numbers for available kits Matrix 100 Option Kit Part Redundant Power Supply 70 020 01 8 x 8 Stereo Audio Module 70 039 01 4 x 4 MRAM for RGB 70 041 01 8 x 4 MRAM for RGB 70 041 02 8 x 8 MRAM for RGB 70 041 03 4 x 4 Sync Module 70 024 01 8 x 4 Sync Module 70 024 02 8 x 8 Sync Module 70 024 03 4 x 4 Composite Video 70 025 01 8 x 4 Composite Video 70 025 02 8 x 8 Composite Video 70 025 03 These kits include all the necessary parts as well as instructions for a qualified person to add options to a Matrix 100 Chapter 2 of this manual also has some procedures for adding options Extron e Matrix 100 e User s Manual Appendix D Part Numbers and Reference BNC 4 Cables High Resolution BNC Cables es BNC Cable Specifications BNC 5 HR Cables Extron BNC 4 cables are high resolution HR BNC cables color coded with solid colors and wrapped in a single jacket The total cable diameter is 0 398 Extron recommends that when using signals with a scanning frequency of 15 125 kHz and running distances of 100 feet or more high resolution BNC cables should be used to achieve maximum performance The following cables are stock lengths Cable Length Part BNC 4 3 HR naases 26 210 01 BNC 4
26. 3 thru Bit 6 are reserved should be zero Status Byte 3 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 Bit usage 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 S Sec Where StsB3 Bit 0 Software Security status 0 locked 1 unlocked available to user when unlocked StsB3 Bit 1 thru 6 are reserved should be zero Report1 71h New Controlling Port This report is broadcast when a change in the connections current or presets or the operating mode is requested and implemented by a new port Commands CMDS 7 9 11 12 and 25 will cause this report to be sent Format RPT1 Port 80h 80h 04h Where Port as follows 80h host controller RS 232 RS 422 81h n a 82h standard front panel controller port 83h secondary front panel controller port A 13 Extron e Matrix 100 e User s Manual Matrix 100 Switcher User s Manual Appendix B Part Numbers amp Reference Related Part Numbers Switcher Module Part Numbers BNC Cables Matrix 100 Numbering System Limited Warranty Appendix B Part Numbers and Reference Related Part Numbers Option Kit Part Numbers Extron Part Part Blank Front Panel 60 147 01 Front Panel Controller QS FPC 60 188 01 Audio Connectors Phoenix 10 163 01 SVHS to BNC Adapter 26 353 01 GLI 250 60 123 01 Ground Loop Isolator 250 MHz RGBHV PA 250 60 124 01 Peaking Amplifier 200 MHz RGBS Matrix 100 User s Manual 68 199 01 this manual SC 110 Sync Combiner 1
27. 6 Hp 26 210 02 BNC 4 12 HR onanan 26 210 03 BNC 4 25 HR 26 210 04 BNC 4 50 HR 26 210 05 BNC 4 75 HR 4 26 210 06 BNC 4 100 HR 26 210 07 BNC 4 150 HR 26 210 08 BNC 4 200 HR 26 210 09 BNC 4 300 HR 26 210 53 BNC 4 500 Hp Bulk Length BNC 4 1000 HR Bulk Length Bulk cable in lengths up to 5000 rolls is available with or without connectors Conductors seseeeeeen Silver Plated Alloy Insulation o ae Foam Polypropylene Nominal Outer Dimension 0 398 DC Resistance 41 5 Ohms 1000 ft Impedance s 75 5 Ohms Nominal Time Delay aaiae 1 28 Nanoseconds ft Capacitance 17 pF ft High resolution 5 conductor BNC cables include cables for Red Green Blue Horizontal and Vertical Sync These cables are required when using the Matrix 100 with separate horizontal and vertical sync inputs and outputs The specifications are the same for the BNC 5 HR and BNC 4 HR cables Extron e Matrix 100 e User s Manual Appendix B Part Numbers and Reference Matrix 100 Part Numbering System The Matrix 100 can be factory configured with many combinations of switcher modules The diagram below illustrates how the part numbers are derived All Matrix 100 part numbers determined by other options 1 S Video uses two Composite Video modules The hardware is the same the difference is how they are used 2 If a Ma
28. Computer IBM PS 2 Desktop Scanner Video Camera Stereo Wth External RGB In RGB In RGB In RGB In 1 Video In Audio Speakers audio In Only SUN Workstation HP Workstation Laptop Computer Laserdisc Player Video Camera VCR RGB In RGB In RGB In 1 Video 2 Audio In 1 Video In 1 Audio In 2 Video 2 Audio Inputs Outputs n 2 gt DO e amp Large Screen Projectors Data Monitors LCD Projector Left amp Right Audio Speakers Figure 2 1 Matrix 100 Switcher and Input Output Devices 2 1 Extron Matrix 100 User s Manual Chapter 2 Rear Panel Connections Genlock Connections Figure 2 2 Genlock connects to a timing source O T Genlock Source If so desired the Matrix 100 ee can use an external QH Genlock signal to vozo luc synchronize composite video or S Video switching The illustration here shows the Genlock connections The In connector goes to a J Weil Weil Ve Weil Wil Wi A Wi timing source The Out z connector allows the signal e 23 O fe i i to be passed on to another 2 es Su Ges o H video device it does not RO w s IZ eme AE PONER men RS 422 REMOTE FPC VIDEO JENLOCK AC POWER 90 260 VAC have to be connected for ST Matrix operation Other Video Unit EE VIDEO GENLOCK RGB Input Connections All RGB input and output connections to the Matrix 100 are ma
29. aaas 3 4 Erres iesen Peeeetceds ae E E a e dal Levee veal gece cada dee 3 4 VIN 3 5 Illustrations Figure 3 1 Matrix 100 Front Panel 3 1 Figure 3 2 Matrix 100 Power Switch 3 1 Figure 3 3 Input Output Buttons ANd LEDS ccsccccesesecesneeeenseececeeeesenseeceseestesneneetsaness 3 1 Extron e Matrix 100 User s Manual Contents X Chapter 4 Hardware Installation Ki IS Ee eg E 44 cose a scot bah A inet ye dees ie es A 4 1 Standard Power Suppl Yicsisz occiseck beasoudeestt sasdvecevd anaa aaa a a Ed crevices 4 1 Redundant Power Supply Optional cccccccceeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeesecaeeeeeeeeeessaeeeseaees 4 1 QuickSwitch Front Panel Controller ccccccceceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaeeseseeeseneeees 4 1 Removing the Matrix 100 Cover 4 2 Changing Matrix Front Panels ssccseicsecvescesdacdevatectivesctecetoaa peactanectusharaeebehavhsa Levettethentytoeste 4 2 Replacing a Blank Panel with a QuickSwitch Front Panel Controller 00 0 4 3 Replacing the Lithium Battery encarir e E Ea E 4 3 Changing the Main Fuse 4 4 RS 232 RS 422 COMMUNICATIONS ireanii ioair aena aeaee banae aea anaia AE E aeaa 4 4 9 Pin Communication Connector cceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeceeeeesaaeseseeeeeeaaeees 4 4 RS 232 lt ee EE 4 4 Installing a Redundant Power Supply ssssssessesesseeessesessissirsssrnsssrnnennnnnnnsennnssrnnssnnnnnnn 4 5 Adding an Audio Module ecccccceeeeeeeeceee
30. amaged by using the wrong RJ45 cable See Figure 4 5 for correct orientation of cable conductors Padded surface c Incorrect l Z del Color 8 Color 1 K ll 4 5 Wiring the RJ45 Cable 6 Refer to page 4 2 when reassembling the Matrix 100 Operating instructions for the QS FPC are found in Chapter 3 Replacing the Lithium Battery With the power disconnected and the cover removed refer to page 4 2 locate the battery as illustrated in Figure 4 3 Disconnect the red and black battery cable from the Main Controller board by pulling on the connector You may then remove the battery which is attached on the bottom with a Velcro fastener Please heed any warnings on the battery concerning its proper disposal Install the correct type of replacement battery attach the battery cable to the board and replace the cover 4 3 Extron Matrix 100 User s Manual Chapter 4 Matrix 100 Hardware Installation ei Changing the Main Fuse To change the AC power fuse you must first unplug the IEC power cable This allows access to the fuse holder Use a small flat screwdriver to press into the notch and pull the holder straight out There is a storage place for a spare fuse Replace the blown fuse see picture left and slide the fuse holder until it snaps in place ES ae POWER INPUT 20 260 VAC Spare Fuse LH Sg A Pont f 3 240V 0 8 A Super
31. an be configured with RGsB sync on green and S Video Extron e Matrix 100 e User s Manual Chapter 2 Rear Panel Connections O T AV Source Unit S Video Audio Out Matrix 100 OOOO OOOH OOOO E l ei REE SYNC minne 9000 OE 1 6600 Weg ae VIDEO OUTPUTS 6 ms e ol fifo IN Ze Gah EE 1 Ox R L Up Us Us Up Us jE smg a A7 oor REDUNDAN AC POWER INPUT RS 422 REMOTE FPC VIDEO GENLOCK AC POWER 90 260 VAC Video Destination Unit JEE Luminance Chroma Audio Destination Unit Figure 2 7 S Video Connections with Right amp Left Audio Gel Audio Connections may or may not be used See page 2 9 for wiring Extron Matrix 100 User s Manual 2 8 Be Chapter 2 Rear Panel Connections Audio Terminal Connections The rear of the Matrix 100 has two rows 16 sets of audio connector pins below the BNC connectors The top row is for 8 inputs and the bottom for 8 outputs Toe ee Each group of six pins accommodates a left and a right audio channel One i eae ok sample is shown here EE E The 6 terminal audio connectors are supplied with the switcher The connectors hen eg are wired to the audio cables using the captive screws inside the connectors The connectors are then plugged into the app
32. and Plane Maps 00 00 00 cee eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaaeeeeeeeeaaeeeeeeeeaaaeeeeeeeeaaeeeeeseeaaes A 8 CMDB5 35h Set Tie Connechon A 9 CMD7 37h Set Tie All CONNECTIONS 0 0 2 eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeaeeeeeneetes A 9 CMD8 38h Download Status and Presets cccccesceeseceeeeeeeeeessseeeeeenees A 10 CMD9 39h Mute All Planes cececeeeeeeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeaaeeeeeeeeesaaeeseeeeeeeeaeeees A 10 CMD10 3Ah Save Current as Preset ccceeeccceceeeeeceeeeeeeeeaeeeeeneeeeeeaeees A 10 CMD11 3Bh Load Preset H A 10 CMD12 3Ch Mute Selected Outputs 0 2 0 ceceeeeeeeeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeaeeeseeeeeeseneees A 11 CMD13 3Dh Request Mute Map A 11 CMD25 49h Set RGB Delai A 12 CMD26 4Ah Request RGB Delay Information 0 cccccceeceeeeeeeeeteeeeeeees A 12 Reports Matrix to HOst vade eisein ee raare A EE AAT NEARE NA A 13 Report0 70h Status eecccecceececeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeaaeeeeeeeeeeeaeeeeeaeseeseaeeesaeesseneees A 13 Reporti 71h New Controlling Port cccccceeeeesceeeeeeeeeeeeeaeeseeeeeeeesaeeeeeas A 13 Appendix B Part Numbers and Reference Related Part Numbers ccceeeceecceeeeeeeeeeeeeeee teeta sae saaeaaaaaaaaaeaaecaeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees Option Kit Part Numbers ccccsccceceeesseeeeeeescseeeeeeseaaeeeeeescaaeeeeesecaeeeeesensaas BNC 4 Cables High Resolution BNC Cables ccccccescsseeeeeesesteeee
33. anual Chapter 4 Matrix 100 Hardware Installation ef wr IN Removing the Matrix 100 Cover A FJ A Avoid ElectroStatic Discharge Things that cause static electricity 1 Materials such as clothing carpet shoe soles packaging etc rubbing together 2 Low humidity adds to the problem Ways to prevent static buildup 1 Best Wear an ESD wrist strap that is grounded to the metal chassis or frame of the Matrix 100 2 Don t touch any IC chips unless it is absolutely necessary 3 Touch the metal frame or chassis before and while working near sensitive electronic components This discharges static buildup from your body 4 Avoid movements shifting sliding walking scratching rubbing etc during the time you are working near sensitive electronic components Again the movement of clothing shoes on carpet etc will generate more static Use this procedure to prepare the Matrix 100 for making any hardware changes that require access to the inside of the unit The ambient temperature of the rack should not exceed 50 C To insure proper ventilation we recommend that you allow a minimum of one rack unit spacing above and one below the Matrix 100 if forced air cooling is not used 1 Turn off input power to the Matrix 100 disconnect power cord s 2 If the Matrix 100 is rack mounted remove it and place on a clean workspace 3 Remove the six screws that hol
34. c on green Blue and Audio RGBSA Red Green Blue Sync and Audio RGBHVA Red Green Blue separate H amp V sync and Audio RGsBCVA Red Green sync on green Blue Composite video and Audio RGsBYCA Red Green sync on green Blue S Video amp stereo Audio RGBSCVA Red Green Blue composite Sync Composite video and Audio CvA Composite video and Audio YCA S Video with Audio Cv Composite video YC S Video 1 1 Extron e Matrix 100 User s Manual Chapter 1 Introduction to Matrix 100 Standard Features e Microprocessor control with battery backup e RS 232 control e RGBS Video Audio Breakaway e Composite and S Video Genlock e RGB video delay switching via RS 232 RS 422 e 175 MHz bandwidth Microprocessor Control The Matrix 100 is programmable from a host system or from the optional QuickSwitch Front Panel Controller It uses memory to store up to eight preset configurations The battery backup prevents loss of preset information RS 232 Control The Matrix 100 can be controlled by any remote control system or computer with serial communications capability Refer to Appendix A for programming guidelines including a complete listing of RS 232 commands and protocol Breakaway The RGBS Video Audio Breakaway feature of the Matrix 100 allows the user to program any Video S Video or Audio Channel to be controlled separately breakaway or as a group follow on
35. ce or hold the button for two seconds and the Preset LED will blink While the preset LED is blinking press the Input button for the Preset number to be stored The LED for that Input will light briefly and then both the Input LED and the Preset LED will go out No output buttons will light The Preset has now been stored There can be one preset for each Input button for a total of eight regardless of the number of available inputs or outputs The Input buttons and LEDs have two independent functions as Input numbers and as Preset numbers When using them to store or load a Preset this has nothing to do with which inputs are switched to which outputs To load a preset that has been stored press Preset once briefly The LED will light steady not blinking Press the Input button for the desired Preset number That LED will light briefly and then both it and the Preset LED will go out With Presets stored the Matrix 100 can be configured again without affecting the stored Presets This means that there can be eight matrix configurations stored as Presets and a ninth one active However when a Preset is loaded it destroys the active configuration Extron Matrix 100 e User s Manual 3 2 a e View Pressing the View button lights its LED for to indicate a view only mode to allow the display of the current Matrix 100 configurations In this mode pressing C C C any input or output button wil
36. cts the I O modules for Red Green Blue and Sync modules to be viewed or configured Here are some examples e If your unit has RGsB no separate sync the RGBS button operates on the Red Green and Blue signals e If your unit has RGB with composite sync the button operates on the Red Green Blue and Sync signals e If your unit has RGBH and V separate sync the button operates on the Red Green Blue Horizontal Sync and Vertical signals With RGBS active switching configurations for RGB and Sync may be viewed or set up by pressing Input and Output buttons See example on the next page Video Button If the matrix has Composite Video or S Video press this button to view or configure those signals AUD 1 Button If the matrix has an audio module this button allows Audio to be configured or viewed AUD 2 Button This button is reserved for future use Enter Button This button is used to save changes when setting up a configuration To set up a configuration press the desired Input button press the desired Output button s and then press Enter See examples on next page ESC Button The Escape button is used to end an operation and reset all of panel LEDs for Inputs Outputs and Controls active I O Module LEDs remain on The ESC button does not reset any configurations that have been entered Preset All current active configurations in the Matrix 100 may be stored as a Preset To do this press Preset twi
37. d LASERDISC TELE CON Group IN AUDIO our Power ON O Sequence Running EJ ertical Interval Switching O Genlock Detected SOUND MIX HEADSET 2 Figure 5 3 Configured Matrix Example Extron e Matrix 100 e User s Manual 5 2 E Chapter 5 Windows Control Software Matrix 100 200 Help Gi Double click on the Help Icon or press F1 at any time to open the Help Window Below is an example of how this might look like MATRIX GEES As with all Windows Help files clicking on the underlined words will give more detailed help Extron s Matrix 100 200 Help Contents To learn how to use Help press F1 or choose Using Help from the Help menu The Matrix Control program communicates with the Extron Matrix 100 and 200 Switchers through the unit s RS 232 422 port defaults to 9600 baud 8 bit 1 stop no parity It presents the same functions found on the Front Panel controller but in an interactive graphical interface Because settings to the Matrix Ties Presets Sequences Audio config are stored in the unit s memory several modes of programming are possible It provides 4 major methods E Remote control and programming of the unit in real time through the RS 232 port RW Saving unit s settings for later restoration to the same unit backup or copying to programming another unit Multiple configurations programs can be saved to disk and any one quickl
38. d the Matrix cover Lift the cover half straight up to expose the Main Controller board inside See Figure 4 2 When changing a front panel the side panels may move when the panel is off misaligning the panel screws with the mounting holes With the top cover off move the sides if necessary to align the holes After the new front panel is mounted replace the top cover 4 Go to the appropriate installation procedure Take care to remove the four spacers from the rear of the panel pum gt lt inn Duu gt lt inn Duw gt lt inn Spacer gt r co lt Spacer I J J ae Mounting Screws 7 Dress Washers Figure 4 2 Matrix 100 Cover has six screws Changing Matrix Front Panels All Matrix 100 units ship with either a QuickSwitch Front Panel Controller QS FPC or a Blank Front Panel There may be a need to change this configuration such as If the QuickSwitch Front Panel Controller QS FPC is to be removed for example to install it remotely a blank front panel must be installed in its place If the Matrix 100 Series Switcher is presently configured with the blank front panel and the optional QuickSwitch Front Panel Controller QS FPC is to be installed If there is a need to change this configuration refer to Removing the Matrix 100 Cover above and use
39. de with BNC type connectors Many types of RGB output devices scan doublers document cameras etc including most computers do not have BNC video output connectors If not a suitable adapter or an Extron computer video interface should be used to adapt the device output to the BNC input of the Matrix 100 With the proper adapter the RGB and Sync signals can be connected directly to the R G B H V inputs of the switcher If the RGB signal is using the Sync on Green channel connect the RGB cables to the switcher without using the sync channels RGB input connections to the Matrix 100 can be made using the following combinations Without Audio RGsB Red Sync on Green Blue RGBS Red Green Blue and Composite Sync RGBHV Red Green Blue H amp V Sync With Audio RGsB with R amp L Audio Red Green Blue and Audio Follow RGBS with R amp L Audio Red Green Blue Sync and Audio Follow RGBHV with R amp L Audio Red Green Blue H amp V Sync and Audio Follow The following pages illustrate examples for the above combinations with Right and Left Audio connections If audio is not being used ignore that part Extron Matrix 100 User s Manual 2 2 BE Chapter 2 Rear Panel Connections RGB Connections with Right amp Left Audio Figure 2 3 illustrates the Matrix 100 connections for switching RGB or component video Choose an input number and connect each cable from the source to the a
40. e COMM CMD5 35h Set Tie Connection The Host tells the Matrix to connect the specified output Out to the specified input Inp in those planes specified by PlnMap0 Plane maps are explained earlier in this section Format CMD5 PlnMap1 PlnMap0 Out Inp 80h 80h 04h Example 35h 80h 87h 83h 85h 80h 80h 04h This example will connect output 3 to input 5 in RGB planes PlnMap1 is not used at this time therefore it will be 80h PInMap0 87h bits 0 1 2 1 1 1 for the Red Green and Blue planes See Plane Map on previous page Out 83h Output 3 Inp 85h Input 5 Response CMDS Erc 80h 80h 04h CMD7 37h Set Tie All Connections The Host tells the Matrix to set connections for any or all planes in Matrix The planes must be specified by board address BdAd in sequential order A preset number is assigned for saving this configuration The configuration may be loaded later by selecting the preset number Format CMD7 Preset BdAd Inp1 Inp2 Inpn CR 80h 80h 04h Example 37h 82h 80h 83h 83h 85h 80h 80h 80h 81h 81h ODh 8th 80h 80h 04h Where A Preset is the number assigned to this configuration example is preset 2 Preset numbers can be 1 8 81h 94h If the information is to be used as the current Matrix configuration without saving it as a preset the number for this will be zero 80h B BdAd Inp1 Inp2 Inpn CR is a
41. e Gnd Sleeve Gnd Right Channel Right Channel Right Channel Sin ohm resistors Unbalanced high impedance Balanced high impedance Balanced 600 ohm Outputs Outputs Outputs Left Channel Left Channel Left Channel i Tip Tip Tip See waming note Left Ring 2 Left Ring S Left Sleeve be Gnd Gnd Gnd ee Tp Een Tip be See waming note Right Ring S Right Ring Cd Right Sleeve be Gnd Gnd Gnd Right Channel Right Channel Right Channel Unbalanced high impedance Balanced high impedance Balanced 600 ohm Figure 2 10 Three ways to wire the Input and Output Audio Connectors 2 9 Extron Matrix 100 User s Manual Matrix 100 User s Manual Chapter Three Using the Front Panel Controller VO Module Select Input and Output Buttons Control Buttons Operating Examples Configuration Worksheets Q Chapter 3 Using the Front Panel QuickSwitch Front Panel Controller QS FPC Operation The QuickSwitch Front Panel Controller Figure 3 1 has its controls arranged in two areas The left side is Input and Output buttons and the right side is Control buttons and I O Module Select buttons The basic operation of this panel is that it allows the user to tie any one input to one or more outputs An output can never be tied to more than one input Thus each input may have a tie one output or a set of ties more than
42. e muted for the output corresponding to the mute byte number This uses the same format as PInMap shown above A 11 Extron e Matrix 100 e User s Manual Appendix A RS 232 Matrix Programmer s Guide Cay COMM CMD25 49h Set RGB Delay The Matrix is instructed to set values for RGB delay When switching occurs the R G and B switching will take place after the specified time delay The sync switching takes place immediately but the RGB outputs are muted during this delay period This allows the projector to get in sync before the picture arrives providing seamless switching Format CMD25 Dly1 Dly2 DIyN 80h 80h 04h Where Bits 0 6 of each Dly byte represent the RGB to sync delay for that output expressed in increments of 0 1 sec N represents the number of last available output as determined by command CMD Dly1 output 1 Dly2 output 2 etc Delays must be specified for each output For zero time delay DLY 80h The time delay depends on the requirements of the output device projector etc Example 49h 84h 90h etc says the RGB for output 1 84h will be delayed by 0 4 seconds and output 2 90h will be delayed by 1 6 seconds etc Response CMD25 Erc 80h 80h 04h CMD26 4Ah Request RGB Delay Information The Host asks the Matrix to send delay switching information for each of the RGB planes Format CMD26 80h 80h 04h Example 4Ah 80h 80h 04h R
43. e or more inputs or all RGB inputs A fully populated RGBS composite video and audio switcher can be controlled as three separate switchers Breakaway provides individual video or audio outputs to follow any one or more RGBS inputs when switched to an output channel This makes the Matrix 100 capable of adding audio to any or all RGBS or video channels as well as switchable video and audio to follow any switched RGBS channel Video Genlock The Matrix 100 features a broadcast quality NTSC PAL SECAM Composite Video or S Video Genlock for synchronized switching of signals The Matrix 100 will Genlock as many composite video signals as are installed in the switcher RGB Delay Switching The Matrix 100 can be programmed via RS 232 to delay switching the RGB video for 1 to 9 seconds after the sync is switched This allows the display device to be in sync before the picture arrives providing seamless switching of the RGBS signals when switching between various frequencies 175 MHz Bandwidth Even when fully populated the Matrix 100 has a bandwidth of no less than 175 MHz 3 dB Figure 1 1 Rear view of a fully populated Matrix 100 Switcher Extron Matrix 100 User s Manual 1 2 Chapter 1 Introduction to Matrix 100 Optional Features e QuickSwitch Front Panel Controller QS FPC e Redundant power supply e SmartControl microprocessor
44. e sync module it must be in the fourth position Plane 4 Configuration plane 1 plane 2 plane 3 plane 4 plane 5 RGsB MRAM MRAM MRAM RGBS MRAM MRAM MRAM Sync RGBHV MRAM MRAM MRAM Sync Sync RGsBSCv MRAM MRAM MRAM Sync C Video 1 Cv could be here C Video 2Cvor1 YC C Video C Video Audio can be included with any of these combinations 6000 6000 9000 E SCC ees gees 6000 RED GREEN BLUE inputs INPUTS CISH UE SYNC SYNC VIDEO VIDEO aaee Gene OUTPUTS OUTPUTS fr AC POWER INPUT 90 260 VAC 6000 6 ae Ke J e O L SS LL REDUNDANT RS 422 REMOTE FPC VIDEO GENLOCK AC POWER Up Address switches are set according to the physical location Back panel markings such as Sync or Video should show what is installed in the Matrix 100 If an I O module was added or changed to another type peel off the black covering to show the proper module identification 1 Remove the Matrix top cover procedure on page 4 2 2 Locate the gray ribbon cables that connect the Main Controller board to the existing I O modules and determine where the new module will be connected If cables from adjacent modules are in the way they may be unplugged and reconnected later 3 On the rear panel remove the round plastic plugs as many as required from the holes where the new module will be installed See Figure
45. ed in the software this section of the manual is to inform the user as to what is available Remember that this software is for more than one Matrix Your version may not look exactly like these examples This will open a Control Program Window The following example is blank Extron e Matrix 100 e User s Manual Chapter 5 Windows Control Software Figure 5 2 Control Program Example IO Extron s MATRIX 100 200 Control Program File Tools Audio Config Sequences COMP VIDEO Help AUDIO our EI Power ON 1 O Sequence Running Di Vertical Interval Switching O Genlock Detected IOC LIU I ICT CHANGES CHUTE UN MUTE Dance Drag an Input box to an Output box to make a Tie or connection Clicking on an Input or an Output box will open an appropriate dialog box with a choice of icons for either Input Devices or Output Devices Click on the desired icon to assign it to the selected Input or Output A Text Box at the bottom marked Caption allows the user to type in a name for that device Click Ok to close the dialog box Below is an example of a Matrix Control Program Window complete with assigned Icons Captions and Ties or connections Extron s MATRIX 100 200 Control Program File Tools Audio Config Sequences Help 1 OMPUTER A SATELLITE COMP VIDEO SWITCHER RGB PROJ T TUNER TELE CON E
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47. eeeeenaaes B 2 Matrix 100 Part Numbering System ccccccccceeseeeeeeeeeeeeaeeeceeeeeeeaeeeseaaeeeseaeeeseaeeeseneees B 3 Manual number and status 68 199 01 RevB 69 12 Extron e Matrix 100 User s Manual Contents The following icons may be used in this manual ae Ga EF Important information for example an action or a step that must be done before proceeding A Warning possible dangerous voltage present A Warning possible damage could occur A Note a Hint or a Tip that may be helpful Possible Electrostatic Discharge ESD damage could result from touching electronic components Indicates word definitions Additional information may be referenced in another section or in another document iv Extron e Matrix 100 User s Manual Matrix 100 User s Manual Chapter One Introduction to Matrix 100 VO Modules Configurations Standard Features Optional Features Matrix 100 Module Specifications Chapter 1 Introduction to Matrix 100 General UO Modules Configurations Each Extron Matrix 100 is custom designed to the user s specifications The configuration is built from various combinations of ten I O modules The I O modules and possible configurations are listed below The Matrix 100 can be controlled from a host computer or from a QuickSwitch Front Panel Controller QS FPC Matrix units can also be interconnected to
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49. eens 4 6 Figure 4 13 The Matrix Audio Module before installation cccccscscccccesssseeeteeeneieeeeenes 4 7 Figure 4 14 Lift the Back Panel slightly and slip the Audio Module under 4 7 Figure 4 15 Secure the module in position 4 7 Figure 4 16 Plug the Ribbon Cables from each module to the Main Controller board 4 8 Figure 4 17 This illustration shows the modules already installed A 4 9 Figure 4 18 Squeeze the tabs to release the plug 2 ccccecccsesseeceneeeeseneeeetseseeseneeeetiaes 4 9 Figure 4 19 Module ditterences ceceectteeceeenenneeeeetnnneeeceeesnneneeeeesnsneneeeeetnnnneesenennnnnees 4 10 Figure 4 20 DIP Switch operation 1 ccccccccsscccecencecssseececeeesesnseeeeennessseneeesesaesseneeneraas 4 10 Figure 4 21 DIP Switch settings for each module 4 10 Figure 4 22 MRAM Module isre e a a E TEE 4 10 Figure 4 23 Remove the Front Panel to access the Software IC Chip 4 11 Figure 4 24 Use the PLCC Chip Puller to remove the Software IC Chip 4 11 Chapter 5 Windows Control Software Extron Matrix Control Software cecccccceeceeeeceeeeeeeeeeecaeeeeeeeeeeseaeeseceeeeseaaaeseeneeeeeiaaeeee 5 1 WINGOWS Example EE 5 1 Matrix 1 00 200 HED raaa raa rrara aa aaa a aaraa a arara n ar a aa avant 5 3 Illustrations Figure 5 1 Extron Windows Group Example ccccccccssseeeceneceeseseeesenaeeseceetetssaeeesenetees 5 1 Figure 5 2 Control Program Example sssaosseneeeeeeeeneeneneennnnennnnrrnnsrrnnernne
50. entheses is shown for one switcher or plane there will be an additional string for each additional plane in the Matrix 100 They will be transmitted in the ascending order of their board addresses plane 1 first Where BdAd board or plane address plane 1 80h plane 2 81h etc Inp number of inputs on this plane Out number of outputs on this plane Tech See table The Tech byte encodes the basic design characteristics for which the board in that position was designed Tech Designed For Features 80h Hi Resolution RGB HRAM 250 MHz DC coupled no clamping 81h Sync TTL level 82h Low Resolution Video 30 MHz Composite video or S Video 83h Medium Res RGB MRAM 175 MHz 84h Audio Balanced FFh Error Mixed technologies as in composed matrices An example response to a Report Technology command for a Matrix with 8x8 RGBS 4x4 Composite Video and 8x8 Audio could be 31 82 80 CMD1 SCMD Erc 80 88 88 80 OD 81 88 88 80 OD 82 88 88 80 OD Red Green Blue 83 88 88 81 OD 84 84 84 82 OD 85 88 88 84 OD Sync C video Audio 80 80 04 Checksum and End of Transmission Extron Matrix 100 User s Manual A 6 SA Appendix A RS 232 Matrix Programmer s Guide COMM CMD2 32h Turn Power On The Host tells the Matrix to turn power on Format CMD2 80h 80h 04h Example 32h 80h 80h 04h Response CMD2 Erc 80h 80h 04h CMD3 33h
51. esponse CMD26 Erc Dly1 Dly2 DlyN 80h 80h 04h Where The Dly characters have the same significance as in previous command CMD25 N represents the number of last available output as determined by command CMD Dly1 output 1 Dly2 output 2 etc Extron Matrix 100 e User s Manual A 12 coocoo ecco Appendix A RS 232 Matrix Programmer s Guide COMM Reports Matrix to Host Report 70h Status This report is broadcast when a change in internal status is detected Format RPRTO StsB1 StsB2 StsB3 80h 80h 04h Status Byte 1 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 Bit usage 1 Prg Seq Slv Ver Gnlk Batt Pwr Where StsB1 Bit 0 Power On Off status 0 powered on 1 powered off StsB1 Bit 1 Backup battery status 0 battery okay 1 battery low StsB1 Bit 2 Genlock Signal 0 detected 1 not detected StsB1 Bit 3 Vertical interval switching 0 disabled 1 enabled StsB1 Bit 4 Slave status 0 stand alone unit or master controller 1 slave in a compound matrix StsB1 Bit 5 Sequence running 0 not running 1 running StsB1 Bit 6 Program status 0 no program event pending 1 program event pending timer is set Status Byte 2 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 Bit usage 1 0 0 0 0 H Sec 0 Ps Where StsB2 Bit 0 Power Supply in use 0 Backup Power 1 Main Power StsB2 Bit 2 Hardware Security status 0 locked 1 unlocked available to user when unlocked StsB2 Bits 1 and
52. essary press ESC to clear Input Output and Control LEDs o ENTER PRESET VIEW 4 Save configuration Enter Reset the Panel ESC 1 Select VO Module s 1 Select I O modules to be switched example shows RGBS 2 Press Input button Example for RGBS Input 5 connected to Outputs 3 4 and 7 2 Select the Input number example shows Input 5 INPUTS 4 5 272 The LED s for the Outputs numbers 3 4 and 7 will light to show that they are connected to Input 5 a Q Q ei 1 eee ee ae If an I O module LED blinks when displaying ties it means that the ties for that module are not the same as those for the RGBS module 3 Press ESC to clear all Input Output and Control LEDs a ENTER PRESET VIEW ES 3 Reset the Panel ESC 3 3 Extron Matrix 100 User s Manual Chapter 3 Using the Front Panel KA Ties Configurations and Presets Only one configuration may be active at one time and only one Tie or set of Ties may be viewed at one time Therefore the only way to view each of the stored Presets is to load activate each preset and then view each set of Ties in that configuration as shown in Example 2 Inputs Example 3 This example shows a configuration with seven Ties or sets of Ties RGBS and Audio are shown as separate lines Matrix 200 8x8 Preset
53. example Outputs RGBS Audio Example 4 This configuration shows a an 8x4 matrix with four sets of Ties RGBS and Audio are shown as separate lines ae Lia V 1 A a af ei ar d N a d 1 aN a d nN N By a V ei yu H Pid d H d a nN N BN ad i Bi ar ar A Matrix 200 8x4 Preset example Outputs RGBS e Audio KG Rather than try to remember the configuration for each preset worksheets may be used to record this information Make copies of the worksheets are provided on the next page and use one for each Preset configuration Example 5 This configuration was stored as Vu Sc rces Preset 7 It has one set of Ties CC EH for Input 8 Because it was stored to do test patterns only RGBS is tied to the Video Test Generator source 3 4 ale When diagramming for more than one I O module use different colors for each I O module cl gt GI KK XK For our own records we chose Se E gt g the title Test Patterns Because the matrix is 8x4 outputs 5 8 have been crossed Output Destinations out for this example Matrix 200 Configuration Worksheet Preset _7 Title __7 st Patterns _ RGBS Audio Video Fill in Preset number and colors or codes used to make connecting lines for each UO module type Extron Matrix 100 e User s Manual 3 4
54. h two composite video modules Use one for Luminance Y and the other for Chrominance C The Y and C signal lines are then connected to the two video modules See illustration on facing page When connecting Y and C cables be sure to use the same input numbers on the two video modules for each source This example uses number 2 inputs Also use the same output number pair for each destination This example uses number 2 outputs but we could have used outputs number 1 or 3 etc Choose which input number to use to connect the S Video source device to the Matrix 100 Connect the Luminance Y to the input connector on the first left Video module and the Chrominance C to the same input number on the second right Video module If audio is used connect the right and left audio source outputs to the right and left inputs on the back of the Matrix 100 See page 2 9 for details on audio connections Choose which Matrix 100 output number to use for the S Video destination unit Connect the Luminance Y output from the first left Video module to the Luminance input of the destination unit Connect the Chrominance C from the same output number on the second right Video module to the Chrominance input of the Video destination unit If audio is used connect the right and left audio output from the Matrix connector to the right and left inputs of the audio destination unit See page 2 9 for details on audio connections A Matrix 100 c
55. ile pushing the ribbon cable onto its connector Red stripe up Connect the other end to the Main Controller board The connectors on the Main Controller board are the same therefore the cables can be arranged for neatness Note the orientation of the red stripe pin 1 is to the right when looking from the front of the Matrix 8 After rechecking all connections put the cover on the Matrix 100 and secure it with the six screws See page 4 2 The new configuration will also appear in Request ID information sent to the Host system via the RS 232 port The picture to the right is for an MRAM module Figure 4 22 MRAM Module MRAM RGB HDH Extron e Matrix 100 User s Manual 4 10 Ny Chapter 4 Matrix 100 Hardware Installation Installing QS FPC Software Update 1 If the QS FPC in mounted on the Matrix 100 see the procedure on page 4 2 to open the cabinet and then continue with step 2 Electro Static Discharge ESD can damage IC chips even when it is not enough to be humanly detected felt heard or seen Do NOT touch IC chips without being electrically grounded Read warning on page 4 2 2 With the top cover off the Matrix unplug the cable that connects the Front Panel to the Main Controller board and put it aside et hg 3 Remove the four 4 sc
56. l also light all LEDs for the input and output s that ESC gt Chapter 3 Using the Front Panel ENTER PRESET VEW are part of that configuration Pressing a button for any unassigned output will light all of the unassigned outputs KG Using the View mode prevents changing configurations by accident Pages 3 4 and 3 5 have examples of Presets Example 1 Configuring the Ties for Input 2 If necessary press ESC to clear all Input a Output and Control LEDs aa ENTER PRESET VIEW ma 1 Select I O modules to be switched Reset the Panel ESC Tie A connection between an Example shows RGBS and Audio Input and an Output 2 Select the Input number Example Set of Ties More than one shows Input 2 connection between one Input and more than one Output 3 Select the Output s to be tied to the Configuration Any Tie Set of chosen Input The Output LEDs will Ties or Sets of Ties between blink to indicate the tentative Input s and Output s changes Example shows Active Configuration The Outputs 2 and 5 configuration that is currently being used by the Matrix 100 4 Press Enter to complete the operation Preset A configuration that has been stored lt E If an output had been tied to another input that tie will be broken in favor of the new one Example 2 Display the Ties for Input 5 See picture lower left If nec
57. ndows application Run Setup exe from the floppy disk This software called Matrix 100 200 Control Program works with both the Matrix 100 and Matrix 200 switchers Its operation will be restricted to the features and configuration of your Matrix Communication between the computer software and the Matrix is done after connecting the computer to the RS 232 RS 422 Port on the rear panel of the Matrix 100 See Page A 1 for more information on this RS 230 port RS 422 Installation of the software creates a Program Group Windows 3 1 or a Folder if Windows 95 called Extron Electronics Icons for the Control Program and the Help Program are installed in that group or folder Examples follow The Window below shows an Extron Program Group This example is from Windows 3 1 and it includes Extron s VTG 200 Control Program installed you may not have the VTG 200 Software VTG Video Test Generator regan venger STE File Options Window Help Extron Electronics YTG 200 YTG 200 Help Control MATRIX 100 200 Program eda 100 200 Help Figure 5 1 Extron Windows Group Example Windows Example MATRIX 100 200 Control Prgm With the Matrix 100 200 Control software installed double click on the icon You will be asked to select the PC s Comm Port When communications has been established the Matrix Control Software will read your matrix Although detailed Help is provid
58. nnected to the RS 232 port Before getting into the commands the next few pages provide some preliminary information Host Matrix Data Format Data exchange between the Matrix 100 RS 232 Controller and external control host is based on a proprietary format and protocol The communications is byte oriented Any bytes fall into one of three categories Communication control 00 thru 1F hex Matrix 100 command codes 20 thru 7F hex Specific data 80 thru FF hex Bits 0 thru 6 may be binary encoded or they may represent numbers 00 thru 7F hex decimal 0 thru 127 A 1 Extron e Matrix 100 e User s Manual Appendix A RS 232 Matrix Programmer s Guide Binary hex decimal Conversion Table COMM The table below shows how to convert data bytes from one numbering system to another In Matrix 100 communications all data bytes are identified by having bit 7 1 therefore it is not included in the computations Bit s in byte 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 Decimal value n a 64 32 16 8 4 2 1 Dec Hex Add the decimal values above for equivalents D 80 00h_ n a 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 81 01h n a 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 2 82 02h_ n a 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 3 83 03h ma 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 4 84 04h_ n a 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 5 85 05h_ n a 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 6 86 06h_ n a 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 7 87 07h_ ma 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 8 88 08h_ n a 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 9 89 09h_ n a 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 10 8A 0Ah_ n a 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 11 8B OBh_ n a 0 0 0 1 0 1 1 12 8C 0OCh n a
59. nnections ccccecceceeeeeeeeeeeeeeaaeeeceeeeeeaaeeeseeeeesseaeeeceaaeeeseeeeessaeeeeenees 2 9 Illustrations Figure 2 1 Matrix 100 Switcher and Input Output Devices 0 1 cccecereeeneeeettteeeesneneetsaes 2 1 Figure 2 2 Genlock Connects tO a tiIMING source ccesecceceeceesteeecenenetteneeecesneteesenetsnaes 2 2 Figure 2 3 An example of RGB or Component Video 2 1sccccceeceeeeseeeeeeeeeetsneeeeseenettes 2 3 Figure 2 4 An example of RGBS 4 BNC or Composite SYNC Video 2 4 Figure 2 5 An example of RGBHV 5 BNC or Video with Separate H and V Sync 2 5 Figure 2 6 Composite Video with Right amp Left Audio 2 6 Figure 2 7 S Video Connections with Right amp Left Audio 2 8 Figure 2 8 Audio Connectors with Captive Screws above and right cccccccseeeee 2 9 Figure 2 9 Typical Audio Cable Connectors sssseeeeeeeeeneneeeneeeeneeennennnnenennnernneennneenne 2 9 Figure 2 10 Three ways to wire the Input and Output Audio Conmechors 2 9 Chapter 3 Using the Front Panel Controller QuickSwitch Front Panel Controller QS FPC Operation ccccceeeeeeeeseeseeteeeeeneeees 3 1 Inputand Output Buttons EE 3 1 I O Module Select Buttons 3 2 Gontrol BUILONS 2 gerett A elected eech eee edict 3 2 Example 1 Configuring the Ties for Input 2 3 3 Example 2 Display Ties for Input D 3 3 Ties Configurations and Presets cccsscccccesesneeeeeeeesneeeeeeecaeeeecesesaeeeeeseenaeeeeeeee
60. nput buttons will operate but only the four left output buttons and LEDs will operate The best way to describe the Input and Output buttons is to use them in real examples with the other panel buttons This is done on the pages INPUTS that follow 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 a a a a a a a Q Each input button and LED alsorefestoa ze UI O O O OUO UO L Preset number Presets are discussed bd sd bd bd S mre TO OOOOO00 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 OUTPUTS Figure 3 3 Input Output Buttons and LEDs Extron e Matrix 100 e User s Manual Chapter 3 Using the Front Panel KA UO Module Select Buttons gggg RGBS VIDEO AUD1 Control Buttons o d ENTER PRESET VIEW AUD 2 ESC The four buttons on the far right side of the panel are used to select the I O modules to be viewed or configured The buttons and LEDs will not operate if the corresponding modules are not installed in your Matrix 100 For example if your unit does not have audio the AUD buttons and LEDs will not operate When an I O button is pressed the associated LED for that I O module will light to show that it is active This active state remains in effect until that button is pressed again and the LED goes out or power is removed These buttons may be used independently or in combinations For example if you want to view or configure both RGBS and Audio audio follow press RGBS and AUD 1 RGBS Button This button sele
61. o es D EE Z sal K J l F N Cep H G F No Comp Sync or Comp Video E Audio Module 8 x 8 Yes A No B Quick Front Panel Controller Q FPC Yes Z No Y Other Options Blank Front Panel A Redundant Power Supply B Blank Front Panel amp Redundant Power Supply E None H Extron e Matrix 100 e User s Manual
62. of Se EN Extron Electronics TON INTERFACING SWITCHING AND DISTRIBUTION euro User s Manual Matrix 100 Switcher Contents Chapter 1 Introduction to Matrix 100 ENEE 1 1 ees IT 1 1 GOnfiguralions EE 1 1 Standard Featutree ve inii oiiaii a Sa ade deal Aad a Gee 1 2 Optional Peatu EE 1 3 Sample Configuration cccccccccceceeeeceeeeeeeeaeeeceaeeeeeeeeeeceaaesseneeeesaaaeeseeeeeseaeeeseseeeeeaeees 1 4 Le We Le EE 1 5 Illustrations Figure 1 1 Rear view of a fully populated Matrix SwitCher cccccecccssssteeeeseeeeeeeetees 1 2 Figure 1 2 Matrix 100 Front Panel 1 3 Figure 1 3 Block diagram Of a Matrix 100 1 4 Chapter 2 Rear Panel Connections Aa Multi Output Connection ccccceeceeceeeeceeceeeeeeeeeaeeeceaeeeeseaeeeseaaeeeseaeeeseaeeeseaeeeessanesseneees 2 1 EN ee e Il ee EE 2 2 RGB Input Connections ccccceeeeeeeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaaeeeeceeeeeeeeeeeeaaaeeseeeeeeseeeeesiaaeetee 2 2 RGB Connections with Right amp Left Audio ccecceeceeeeeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaaeeeeeeeeesiaaeeeeenees 2 3 RGBS Connections with Right amp Left Audio 0 ceceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeteaeeeeeeeeeestaaeeteenees 2 4 RGBHV Connections with Right amp Left Audio cececeeceseeeeeceeeeeeeeeeseeaeeseeeeeeetaeeeeeaees 2 5 Composite Video Connections sssssesseeessseseiessiistsitnssttnntntttnutttintstnnasrnnnstn nsen natnn nnt 2 6 S Video lee EE 2 7 Audio Terminal Co
63. on to Matrix 100 Matrix 100 I O Module Specifications Power Dimensions Shipping Weight Operating Temperature MRAM Video Medium Resolution Analog Module 90 260 VAC 50 60 Hz 60 Watts 17 W 15 D 6 8 H 22 Ibs 10 kg 0 C 50 C 20 C 70 C 35 000 Hours demonstrated UL Listed 2 years parts and labor Note 1 Crosstalk is the attenuation of all hostile signals relative to a given input output connection Note 2 Isolation is the attenuation of an input signal relative to an un selected output when all inputs have the same signal applied simultaneously Composite Video Module Storage Temperature MTBF Approved Warranty Connectors Bandwidth Crosstalk at 10 MHz at 100 MHz Isolation at 10 MHz at 100 MHz Return Loss at 10 MHz Input Impedance Output Impedance Switching Speed Input Signal Gain BNC 175 MHz 3 dB 50 dB typical See note 1 30 dB 60 AB typical See note 2 550B 20 dB 75 ohms 75 ohms 200 ns nominal 0 3 1 0 V p p max dc offset 0 30 V Unity 1 Sync Module Frequency Response Differential Gain Differential Phase Line and Field Tilt Isolation between outputs Crosstalk CMRR Propagation Delay Input Signal 0 5 dB 5 MHz 3 0 dB 15 MHz 0 5 1 3 Less than 0 1 Greater than 40 dB 5 MHz Greater than 40 dB 5 MHz 60 dB 10ns 75 ohms analog 0 1 0 V
64. p p max dc offset 0 30 V Gain Unity Input Impedance Output Impedance Max Input Voltage Input Sensitivity Output Level 510 ohms 75 ohms 5 V 500 mV p p 4 5 V p p not terminated 2 2 V p p terminated at 75 ohms Max Propagation Delay Max Rise Fall Time Polarity 64ns H to L 41 ns L to H 8 ns H to L 3 6 ns H to L Follows input Extron e Matrix 100 User s Manual Chapter 1 Introduction to Matrix 100 Audio Module General Audio Input Specifications Input Impedance High Z gt 10k typical Input Voltage Level To 6 V p p into 600 y Output Impedance Low capable of driving 600 y balanced Output Level Unity gain Connectors 6 conductor Captive Screw Audio Terminal Signal to noise Better than 110 dB 20Hz 20kHz Total Harmonic Distortion Noise Worst case 0 03 20kHz 30 V p p Differential Output Adjacent Channel Crosstalk Better than 85 dB 20kHz Common Mode Rejection Ratio 55 dB worst case 20kHz 65 dB Typical Stereo Channel Separation Greater than 60 dB 20 Hz 20kHz Bandwidth 20Hz 20kHz Flat 0 1 dB Audio Output Specifications Maximum Input Level 45 V p p Differential 22 V p p Single ended Nominal Input Program Level 10 dBu 300 mV rms Input Impedance 20 k y Differential 10k Single ended Maximum Output Level 45V p p Differential 22 V p p Single ended Nominal Outp
65. ppropriate input on the Matrix 100 The example shows Input 1 Likewise choose an output number and connect each of the three cables to a destination device AV Source Unit Video Out Audio Out Matrix 100 OOOO gege 0000 0000 G Re 0000 9 000 RED GREEN BLUE SYNC INPUTS INPUTS eS RELE QOO PEG INPUTS 1280 OUTPUTS OUTPUTS SE 0 0 0 0 ooco 0000 SCH vr Ser o o EI e REMOTE FPC VIDEO GENLOCK AC POWER 90 260 VAC o ap ee Audio Destination Unit Figure 2 3 An example of RGB or Component Video BS Audio Connections may or may not be used See page 2 9 for wiring 2 3 Extron Matrix 100 User s Manual Chapter 2 Rear Panel Connections O RGBS Connections with Right amp Left Audio Figure 2 4 illustrates the Matrix 100 connections for switching RGBS or video with composite sync Choose an input number and connect each of the four cables from the source to the appropriate input on the Matrix 100 The example shows Input 2 Likewise choose an output number and connect each of the four cables to a destination device AV Source Unit Video Out Audio Out deg oe 28 4 3 4 aeee 0000 INPUTS INPUTS deleng Rote SYNC 2888 Oea Oo eieiei Goen 0 0 00 QQ00
66. rews that hold the QuickSwitch Front Panel Controller QS FPC to the Matrix cabinet Figure 4 23 Remove the Front Panel to access the Software IC Chip 4 Place the QS FPC face down on a clean workspace If necessary place it on a soft pad to prevent damage O EXTRON ELECTRONICS O MATRIX FRONT PANEL CONTROLLER Be sure you are electrically grounded Figure 4 24 Use the PLCC Chip Puller to remove the Software IC Chip 5 Use the PLCC IC puller to remove the old Software chip Squeeze the tool to align the hooks with the slots provided in opposite corners of chip socket U8 Insert the hooks squeeze gently and pull the IC straight out of the socket Set the chip aside 6 Note the orientation of the angled corner of the new Software chip Orient this to match the angled corner of the socket and carefully press it in place PLCC Chip Puller 7 Reinstall the cover on the back of the QS FPC and reverse the above procedure to put the Matrix back in place 4 11 Extron Matrix 100 e User s Manual Matrix 100 Switcher User s Manual Chapter Five Windows Control Software Installing the Software Operating Examples Using Help E Chapter 5 Windows Control Software Extron Matrix Control Software Extron supplies controller software that runs in the Windows operating system version 3 1 or later Install the software from the 3 5 floppy disk just like any other Wi
67. ron e Matrix 100 e User s Manual Chapter 4 Matrix 100 Hardware Installation ei 11 Plug the remaining I O Ribbon cables from each module to a connector on the Main Controller board Since the Main Board connectors are the same connect the cables for neatness and convenience For example the illustration below shows the Red I O module connected to J5 the Blue to J6 etc A When working close to the other I O modules be careful that you do not change any other DIP switch settings 12 Be sure the cables are securely plugged into the Main board and then drop the six screws into the six holes in the Audio Module Wiggle each screw by hand to align it with the threads below and tighten them with a screwdriver BAA nana anna AeA ANAA g Video Sync Blue Green Red H S 1 M d JU2puNpay ke Ir Agddn La DESEN Figure 4 16 Plug the Ribbon Cables from each module to the Main Controller board The red stripe on the ribbon cables pin 1 is to the right on the Main Controller and Audio boards See the picture below It must point up on the other I O modules 13 With all connections and screws secure dress the cables away from the power supplies Use tie wraps to tie cables together where they follow the same path 14 If no other modifications are required pu
68. ropriate position in the audio terminal strip on the rear panel The audio area of the back panel is labeled R right and L left for each channel T When wiring the connectors and inserting them into the Matrix 100 i i switcher the screw heads see illustration right must face down SSess Figure 2 8 Audio Connectors with Captive Screws above and right Audio Wiring Applications Three methods of wiring the connectors for input and output are listed here and oo TRY y illustrated below The connector screws do not show in the picture because they Sleeve are on the other side Tip ya Unbalanced High Impedance High Z Stereo Tip Ring Ground Left amp Right SS Balanced High Impedance High Z Stereo Tip Ring Left amp Right S Balanced 600 input Impedance Stereo Tip Ring Left amp Right Figure 2 9 Typical Audio Cable Connectors A If using unbalanced audio output use lower left connector as an example and connect the sleeve to Gnd Connecting it to the negative terminal will damage audio output circuits B Use captive screw audio connectors Extron part number 10 163 01 Inputs Inputs Inputs Left Channel er Left Channel Left Channel Ee i Left Ring s Left Ring Left Gnd Sleeve bel Gnd Sleeve bel Gnd Tip Ecken Tip Ek Tip Z Sleeve e Right Ring e Right Ring Right Gnd Sleeve b
69. set can be 80h current configuration or 81h 1 thru 88h 8 As described in CMD7 there is a data string for each plane starting with its board address BdAd and ending with ODh carriage return CMD9 39h Mute All Planes The Host instructs the Matrix to mute deactivate all outputs in specified planes Format CMD9 PlnMap1 PlnMap0 80h 80h 04h Where PlnMap1 and PlnMap0 follow the format described for CMD1 Bits are 0 for normal operation and 1 to mute the plane Example If PInMap1 PlnMapO 080h 083h Red and Green channels are muted All RGB displays connected to Matrix 100 outputs will show only the blue component of the signal B At this time only PInMap0 is supported by hardware PinMap1 80h Bits for nonexisting planes are forced to 0 CMD10 3Ah Save Current as Preset The Host tells the unit to save its current connections as a preset The preset can be called later using CMD11 Format CMD10 Preset 80h 80h 04h Where Preset can be 81h 1 thru 88h 8 Response CMD10 Erc 80h 80h 04h Possible Ercs C3 Out of memory space CMD11 3Bh Load Preset The Host tells the Matrix to load activate a stored preset configuration The connections previously stored under the specified preset number become active The current connections are lost unless they have also been saved as a preset Format CMD11 Preset 80h 80h 04h Response CMD11 Erc 80h 80h 04h Possible Ercs C2
70. t the top cover back on the Matrix 100 and put it back in its working position The new configuration will also appear in Request ID information sent to the Host system via the RS 232 port If other modifications are required go to the appropriate procedure Extron Matrix 100 User s Manual 4 8 Chapter 4 Matrix 100 Hardware Installation Ny Wy y Tools for Installation 3 16 flat screwdriver 4 Phillips screwdriver 6 Phillips screwdriver 9 16 Socket nutdriver ye Squeeze V G Tabs M Locking off x lt Gi E Installing I O Modules in the Rear Panel There are three types of modules that can be installed in the rear panel of the Matrix 100 MRAM module for RGB Sync module for Horizontal and or Vertical Sync and Composite Video module for Composite Video or S Video Positions or planes 1 2 and 3 will accommodate only MRAM modules Planes 4 and 5 will accommodate either Sync or Composite video modules but not MRAM A Matrix unit cannot have one or two MRAM modules it must have three for red green and blue or none The modules could be 4x4 8x4 or 8x8 Use this procedure to install any MRAM Sync or Composite Video module Locate the position on the back panel for the new module An MRAM can only be installed in the locations marked Red Blue or Green A Sync module or a Composite Video module can only be mounted in the positions marked as such If there is on
71. the primary power supply should suddenly be lost or interrupted 1 3 Extron Matrix 100 User s Manual Chapter 1 Introduction to Matrix 100 Sample Configuration Figure 1 3 shows one example of the I O modules that could be installed in six planes of a Matrix 100 See page 1 1 for I O modules and possible configurations For example an 8 x 8 RGBS switcher requires three 8 x 8 medium resolution analog modules MRAM and one 8 x 8 sync module Syn This would occupy the Red Green Blue and one Sync Video planes The fifth plane could have a composite video module Cv and the sixth plane could have an audio switching module Aud This configuration is capable of being controlled and routed as three separate switchers one 8 x 8 RGBS matrix switcher one 8 x 8 video switcher one 8 x 8 audio switcher In addition SmartControl allows the Matrix 100 to group these functions as a single RGBS composite video switcher with stereo audio The bottom of the diagram illustrates how the Main Controller and the optional QuickSwitch Front Panel Controller routes the various inputs to the outputs VO module Plane 2 MRAM Grn VO module VO module Plane 6 Aud VO module Ine Genlock A el 7 RS 232 Port Main Figure 1 3 Block diagram of a Matrix 100 Extron e Matrix 100 User s Manual Chapter 1 Introducti
72. trix has S Video it cannot have a sync module Example 1 A Matrix 100 with 8x8 RGB 8x8 Hor amp Vert sync Stereo Audio QS FPC and a Redundant Power Supply will have the part number 60 182DXAZB Example 2 A Matrix 100 with 8x4 RGsB 8x4 S Video Stereo Audio and a QS FPC will have the part number 60 182CVAZH Example 3 A Matrix 100 with 4x4 RGBS 8x4 Composite Video and a Blank Front Panel will have the part number 60 182BKBYA This number will be on a label on the shipping box begin with 60 182 the remaining digits are Use this diagram when ordering a new Matrix 100 Matrix 100 Part Number 60 182 Includes Base Module Enclosure A A A A RGB Video No RGB Video Option A 4 x 4 RGB Video B 8 x 4 RGB Video C 8 x 8 RGB Video D Horiz amp Vert Sync Options 4x 4H amp V Sync 2 Sync Modules Z 8 x 4 H amp V Sync 2 Sync Modules Y 8 x 8 H amp V Sync 2 Sync Modules X S Video Options 4 x 4 S Video 2 Comp Video modules W 8 x 4 S Video 2 Comp Video modules V 8 x 8 S Video 2 Comp Video modules U Comp Sync Comp Video Options 4 x 4 Comp Sync only 1 sync module T 8 x 4 Comp Sync only 1 sync module S 8 x 8 Comp Sync only 1 sync module R 4 x 4 Comp Video only 1 C Video module Q 8 x 4 Comp Video only 1 C Video module P 8 x 8 Comp Video only 1 C Video module O Sync Video Combinations Sync 4x4 8x4 8x8 4x4 N M L
73. udio Option Kit Qty Description 1 Audio Module 6 0 685 Nylon Spacers 6 1 5 8 Screws 3 Ribbon Cable 16 Phoenix Connectors Figure 4 12 Audio Module connections and hardware Do not do this procedure unless your Matrix 100 is up to date 1 Remove the Matrix top cover procedure on page 4 2 ef ww 2 Locate the gray ribbon cables that connect the Main Controller board to the existing I O modules Red Green Blue and Sync Composite Video Note the orientation of the red stripe on each ribbon cable and unplug both ends If necessary cut the ties that bind them together It is not necessary to mark the cable connections this will be covered later Put the ribbon cables aside 3 On the rear panel remove the two screws See in Figure 4 11 that hold the right end of the blank cover Tabs hold the left end Remove the cover and put the screws back in the same holes This reveals two long parallel access slots These will accommodate the upper and lower sections of the Audio Module Check the installation parts list and identify them by their location in Figures 4 11 and 4 12 ri 4 Unpack the six 0 685 U mmm 6 Audio Module 1 5 8 Screws SF N Wm nylon spacers and slip Li one over each of the six mounting posts in the Ribbon Cable bottom of the cabinet Bottom of Cabinet See
74. ut Program Level Professional Mode 4 dBu 1 2 V rms Consumer Mode 10 dBu 300 mV rms Output Impedance 50 y Differential to Ground Extron Matrix 100 User s Manual 1 6 Chapter 1 Introduction to Matrix 100 1 7 Extron Matrix 100 e User s Manual Matrix 100 Switcher User s Manual Chapter Two Rear Panel Connections Multiple Output Connections Genlock Connections RGB Input Connections Composite Video Inout Connections S Video Input Connections Audio Terminal Connections Be Chapter 2 Rear Panel Connections Multi Output Connection When using the Matrix 100 to switch different types of video signals the signal output from the switcher is in the same format as the input e RGB and Sync composite or separate H amp V signals will pass through the RGB and Sync outputs e NTSC and PAL video signals will pass through the composite video output e S Video will pass through the S Video output two Video modules Therefore if multiple signal types are used in the same switcher those same signals will be available to the output devices In the diagram below the Matrix 100 supplies RGB output for large screen projectors and data monitors composite video output for LCD projector and audio output for a stereo audio system IBM Compatible Macintosh
75. y reloaded later providing an unlimited number of possible setups Creating Program byte strings for application to the Matrix through a third party control system Emulation off line programming of the unit s settings for copying to the unit at a later time or another place Emulation mode also allows creation of programs for any possible Matrix hardware configuration without being connected to such a unit To load a demonstration set of Ties Presets and Sequences to your Matrix or Emulate one Restore from the DEMO MTX file which was installed with the Control Program Use NEW INI to clear all settings in a unit For Help on specific screens and buttons click the appropriate item below Buttons amp Controls of the Matrix Main Screen graphically Buttons amp Controls of the All other Screens Note that pressing F1 from within the program will provide context sensitive Help Figure 5 4 Example of the Help Menu 5 3 Extron Matrix 100 User s Manual Matrix 100 Switcher User s Manual Appendix A RS 232 Programmer s Guide Control Ports Host Matrix Data Format Command Structure Communications Protocol Using Commands eeeee ecco Appendix A RS 232 Matrix Programmer s Guide COMM Control Ports The picture below shows the connectors for two Control Ports S II War RS 232 REDUNDANT AC POWER INPUT RS 422 REMOTE FPC VIDEO GENLOCK AC POWER 90

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