Altinex MX2206RM User's Manual
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1. 2 POG FOE NOICE 2 ABOUT YOUR SWITCHER 3 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 3 DESCRIPTION OF 22068 4 SELECT NP 5 5 AUTO SWITCH MODE BUTTON 5 STAND BY ALL CHANNELS OFF BUTTON 5 RESET BUT TOWN 5 ON OFF BUTTON 5 POWER DEFAULT SET 5 5 POWER SUPPLY tte 6 APPLICATION 6 INSTALLING YOUR 7 OPERATION 7 RS 232 CONTROL 7 RS 232 PRO TOCOL 8 MASTER SLAVE CONFIGURATION 9 CONTACT CLOSURE ONE WIRE ANALOG CONTROL 9 MANUAL LOOP CONT ROL 10 LOOP CONTROL WITH RS 232 COMMAND 10 ACCESSORIES 11 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 11 TROUBLESHOOTING ee 12 ALTINEX nsn 13 LIMITED WARRANT 13 RETURN POLICY ccs ves cote tent 13 CONTACT INFORMATION 13 SIGNAL MANAGRYENT Te2. Ch1 Ch2 Ch3 Ch4 R1f R2f R3f R4f R5 R1 1 2K R2 3 3K R3 6 8K R4 12K R5 22K R6 51K R7 to ground all off In some cases it may be preferable to use a seven conductor wire to control the switcher with contact closures The RC5204CC adapter is available to accommodate this need The pin outs for this adapter are as follows waster 9 pin D Description 9 pin D Input Male _ Female 7 1 2K 1 1 7 3 3K 2 2 7 6 8K 3 3 7 12K 4 4 7 22K 5 5 7 51K 6 6 7 0 short 7 NONE 5 Ground 9 9 MANAGEMENT ALTINEX SOLUTIONS Tel 714 990 2300 Toll Free 1 800 ALTINEX FAX 714 990 3303 E mail solutions altinex com Web www altinex com SWITCHERS The following voltages apply for selecting the required channel Input number 1 0 35 055 0 75 2 1 07 1 27 147 3 180 200 2 20 4 2 52 2 72 292 5 325 345 3 65 6 397 417 437 These voltage levels can be set using analog outputs from different control systems or spare dimmer control outputs 7 5 MANUAL LOOP CONTROL Loop control is used when multiple units of the MX2206RM are connected together to form a single switcher When the input channel button is pressed the loop control pin is internally grounded and the MX2206RM Switcher selects INPUT 4 as th
3. 11 3 CONTACT INFORMATION Sales Department Phone 714 990 2300 Fax 714 990 3303 Accounting Department Phone 714 990 6088 Fax 714 990 5778 ALTINEX Tel 714 990 2300 Toll Free 1 800 ALTINEX FAX 714 990 3303 SIGNAL MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS E mail solutions altinex com Web www altinex com
4. 7 2 RS 232 PROTOCOL INPO All channels OFF INP 1 Select Input 1 INP2 Select Input 2 INP3 Select Input 3 INP4 Select Input 4 INP5 Select Input 5 INP6 Select Input 6 RSET Reset unit to user defaults VERN Returns firmware version numbers Commands must be issued as shown in ALL CAPS and with the brackets included in the command string After processing valid command an OK string will be returned A command echo will also follow the OK string For instance a command of INP1 would return OK INP1 The VERN command will return the corresponding software version being used by the switcher such as an error string ERR will be returned If the control system being used is not setup to wait for the OK string it is important to include 100 milliseconds delay between each command The MX2206RM Switcher is also designed to send feedback commands from the switcher to the control system when the buttons on the front panel of the switcher are pressed The Feedback codes are as follows Key Description Feedback pressed Code 1 Input Select INP 1 2 Input Select INP2 3 Input Select INP3 4 Input Select INP 4 5 Input Select INP5 6 Input Select INP6 STAND BY All Outputs OFF INPO RESET Reset RSET INPx The following commands are added to the standard set of commands in order to facilitate control of multiple units using a sin
5. and converts closure to contact closure into analog control the control is available This is switcher RC5204CC cable is made by Altinex on request 8 Can this Yes the MX2206RM uses a switcher be universal internal power used supply enabling it to be used outside of throughout the world Please the United make sure to have the voltage States setting in the correct position and please make sure to use the proper adapter cable for the country it will be used Adapter cables for several countries are available through Altinex 12 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 10 Please make sure that input signal formats are same for input Source and output display Please make sure that input signal amplitude level is as follows 1 RED GREEN amp BLUE are less than 10 V 2 SYNC is less than 1 0 V and more than 0 3 V Please use the appropriate 110 VAC or 220 VAC Please make sure that the proper quality of cables is used We recommended Altinex made cables for the best results If the problem shows up after continuous usage at higher voltage higher temperature higher humidity or at other extreme environmental conditions please correct that Please reset the unit by pressing the RESET key for more than 2 seconds if problem exists with the switcher Make sure that all channels inputs are not OFF i e RED LED is not ON next to STAND BY key If you are using any control software or hardware
6. of the 2206 is fully buffered The MX2206RM can be turned into an auto switcher at the push of a button In this mode the MX2206RM will select an active input by sensing incoming sync on the composite sync channel If more than one source is active at one time the MX2206RM will make its selection based on input number priority For instance if Input 4 and 6 are active Input 4 will be selected The MX2206RM also offers a special Sync Delay Using optional hardware a single MX2206RM can be rack mounted side by side FEATURES DESCRIPTION MX2206RM GENERAL Inputs 6 Input Connector Six 4 BNC Female Outputs 1 Output Connectors 4 Female Compatibility RGBS RGsB Component Video Y R Y amp B Y S Video Y C and Composite Video Table 1 MX2206RM General MECHANICAL MX2206RM Material 0 1 Al Finish Gray Top Panel Lexan 3 38 86mm 8 50 216mm 4 38 111mm 3 0lbs 1 36kg Height inches Width inches Depth inches Weight pounds feature to eliminate the typical glitch associated Ship Weight pounds 4 0165 1 82kg with switching between high resolution RGBS T Operating 10 C 35 C signals In Sync Delay mode the switcher T Maximum 50 C disconnects the video portion of a signal RGB a Humidity 90 non condensing moment be
7. the power cord to the unit and plug it into the power outlet Connect the cables from the video sources computers to the input channels and connect the output channel to the display device i e monitor or projector If control system is used to control the unit connect RS 232 port to the control system RS 232 card An improper hook up may result in RS 232 interface damage Verify that picture quality on the display is good If you are not receiving a signal make sure that the display is compatible with the resolution of the computer graphics card Closure control requires the use of part RC5204CC Cable CONGRATULATIONS YOU ARE DONE If you experience any problems please call 1 800 258 4623 or 1 714 990 2300 for international calls OPERATION 7 7 1 RS 232 CONTROL The MX2206RM Switcher uses a female 9 pin HD connector on its rear panel that allows access to a variety of control capabilities PIN PIN Designation No 1 No connection 2 RS 232 Transmit 3 RS 232 Receive 4 No connection 5 Ground 6 Multiple Switcher Loop Control 7 Analog Switch Voltage Input 8 5 V 150 max 9 Analog Voltage Output 9 pin D connector It is generally recommended to select a single method of control for each application as the activation of several different controls simultaneously may cause unpredictable results The majority of control systems and co
8. with the sale of the products This warranty shall not apply to any product that shall have been repaired or altered outside of company s factory in any way so as in its judgment to affect its stability or reliability or that has been subject to misuse negligence or accident 11 2 RETURN POLICY It is very important that you receive products that you have ordered and that this product fulfills your need In the unlikely event that an Altinex product needs to be returned please follow the policies below Altinex will accept product returns for a period of 30 days from authorized Altinex dealers Products must be returned in an unopened package If a product has been opened the restocking fees will apply For the restocking fee amount please contact an Altinex Sales Representative If the product is in your possession for more than 30 days the restocking fees will apply Altinex will not accept any returns on cables or custom products If your product is in warranty and needs service contact the Altinex Sales Department for an RMA Return Material Authorization Products returned without an RMA number may experience a delay in service If your product is out of warranty and needs service contact the Altinex Sales Department for an RMA Return Material Authorization Products returned without an RMA number may experience a delay in service The service charges will be quoted to you before the actual repairs are done
9. N These feedback codes allow multiple MX2206RM Switchers to be connected in a Master Slave configuration if desired When the control ports of two units are connected as shown below the slave unit duplicates the actions of the master unit The same unit can still be controlled from its front panel or through another RS 232 control MX2206RM 9 pin D MX2206RM 9 pin D Master PIN No Slave PIN No 2 3 5 5 Master Slave Control Port Connection A Master Slave configuration can be achieved also by Analog Switch Voltage using pin 9 and pin 7 MX2206RM 9 pin D MX2206RM 9 pin D Master PIN No Slave PIN No 9 7 5 5 Master Slave Analog Switch Voltage Connection With this configuration the Master unit has ultimate control over slave unit 7 4 CONTACT CLOSURE ONE WIRE ANALOG CONTROL The one wire control is an alternative to a multi wire contact closure control This control pin allows you to select different channels based on the DC voltage level on pin 7 of the 9 pin D connector Internally pin 7 is pooled up to 5 volts by a 10k resistor Thus by selecting the proper resistor values connected to ground any channel can be selected Although the channel selection by the relay contact is latching and will maintain the last relay selected channel it is recommended that momentary contact closures not be used Typical resistor values and wires connections are shown below
10. Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense Any changes or modifications to the unit not expressly approved by Altinex Inc could void the user s authority to operate the equipment ALTINEX SIGNAL MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS Tel 714 990 2300 Toll Free 1 800 ALTINEX FAX 714 990 3303 E mail solutions altinex com Web www altinex com SWITCHERS ABOUT YOUR SWITCHER 2 The MX2206RM is a 6 in 1 out solid rate RGBS switcher with auto switching and Sync Delay Switching capabilities It can be controlled using its built in front panel through RS 232 or through the use of contact closures Contact closure control requires the use of an optional adapter part RC5204CC Though designed primarily as an RGBS swithcer the MX2206RM can also pass RGsB S Video Y C and Composite Video through the Red Green and Blue channels however the auto switch and sync delay capabilities are only available for RGBS type signals The output
11. SWITCHERS MANUAL PART NUMBER 400 0065 003 PRODUCT REVISION 1 MX2206RM 6 IN 1 OUT RGBS AUTO SWITCHER USER S GUIDE SIGNAL MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS Tel 714 990 2300 Toll Free 1 800 ALTINEX FAX 714 990 3303 E mail solutions altinex com Web www altinex com SWITCHERS INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the MX2206RM Switcher We are sure you will find it a reliable and useful product Superior performance for the right price backed by solid technical and customer support is what we have to offer The product you are holding in your hands is designed using state of the art technology and is superior to anything available on the market You will find this and our other products reliable long lasting and simple to operate We are committed to providing our customers with solutions to the most demanding audio visual installations at very competitive pricing We appreciate your selection of our products and are confident that you will join the ranks of our many satisfied customers throughout the world This manual covers MX2206RM 6 in 1 out RGBS Auto Switcher ALTINEX TABLE OF CONTENTS Page PRECAUTIONS SAFETY 2 GENERAL 2 RACK MOUNT SAFETY 2 INSTALLA TION scinccteincstivsasnubeitvatbadniitoleaetas 2 CLEANING
12. able CB4175MR_ 75 feet 4 BNC to 4 BNC coaxial cable CB41100MR 100 feet 4 BNC to 4 BNC coaxial cable 41150 150 feet 4 BNC to 4 BNC coaxial cable SUPER HIGH RESOLUTION 4 BNC to 4 BNC COAX CB4300MR_ Bulk Cable 4 coaxes 500ft minimum 6 6 feet 4 BNC to 4 BNC coaxial cable CB4312MR_ 12 feet 4 BNC to 4 BNC coaxial cable CB4325MR_ 25 feet 4 BNC to 4 BNC coaxial cable CB4350MR_ 50 feet 4 BNC to 4 BNC coaxial cable CB4375MR_ 75 feet 4 BNC to 4 BNC coaxial cable CB43100MR 100 feet 4 BNC to 4 BNC coaxial cable 43150 150 feet 4 BNC to 4 BNC coaxial cable POWER CABLES PC5301US cable for US PC5302US cable for U K PC5303US cable for Australia PC5304US Power cable for Germany 11 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 9 No Question Answer 1 Why do the This is an indication that you LED lights are in Auto Switch mode and onthe rear that an active signal is not panel keep present The MX2206RM is moving scanning for an active signal 2 Why when You must press and hold the press the button for approximately 2 RESET seconds until you hear a button the beeping sound and all of the switcher LED lights flash This is does not designed to avoid accidental respond resetting 3 Can the The MX2206RM can be rack MX2206RM mounted by itself or two units be rack side by side The wi
13. control all of the switchers The APPLICATION DIAGRAM 5 HO O COMPUTER INTERFACE COMPUTER INTERFACE VIDEO VIDEO SOURCE SOURCE selection of channels can also be accomplished by RS 232 on the master switcher with all slave switchers connected through the analog control pin A maximum of four switchers can be connected in this configuration 4 10 POWER SUPPLY The MX2206RM Switcher has 5V power supply available on pin 8 of the 9 D connector This voltage can be used to drive external circuits or as a pull up voltage for open collector type outputs The total current on this pin should not exceed 150 mA continuous operation or 500 mA for 5 minutes 1 00000 OM 90000 COMPUTER INTERFACE COMPUTER INTERFACE VIDEO SOURCE RGBS CABLE CB4100MR CB4300MR COMPUTER INTERFACE VIDEO SOURCE DISPLAY or PROJECTOR oa 0 5 COMPUTER INTERFACE VIDEO SOURCE RGBS CABLE MX2206RM CB4100MRICB4300MR ALTINEX Tel 714 990 2300 Toll Free 1 800 ALTINEX FAX 714 990 3303 E mail solutions altinex com Web www altinex com SIGNAL MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS SWITCHERS INSTALLING YOUR SWITCHER 6 Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Make sure that the power input is set to the proper AC voltage in your country An incorrect setting can result in unit damage not covered by warranty Connect
14. dth of the mounted unit is 1 2 rack wide Altinex offers rack mount ears for single unit mounting part DA1299RM and rack shelf for two unit mounting part 1298 4 Can the Yes simply use the MX2206RM corresponding channels to be used to pass the signals e g For pass composite video you may Composite use the red input channel and Video S the red output channel or you Video or can use the blue input Component channel and blue output Video channel Since the 2206 is a relay switcher it can be used as a contact closure control or to switch virtually any type of video signal 5 Why when You must press and hold the press the button for approximately 2 F4 BEEP seconds until you hear a ON OFF beeping sound This must be button the done to set it in either BEEP switcher ON or BEEP OFF mode does not seem to ALTINEX SIGNAL MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS Tel 714 990 2300 Toll Free 1 800 ALTINEX FAX 714 990 3303 E mail solutions altinex com Web www altinex com SWITCHERS respond 6 How do You can control multiple control switchers with one card at this several time The unit does have ID switchers codes and can be with one differentiated by the control RS 232 system Call Altinex if this cardina requirement is important for control your system system 7 Can luse A special cable that plugs into contact the RS 232 port
15. e default input LOOP CONTROL RGBS LOOP TO DISPLAY In this configuration the loop control pin 6 on the 9 pin D connector is connected to the same pin on all switchers 22068 MX2206RM LOOP 6 6 5 5 MX2206RM 9 pin D Loop The loop control pin has an internal 100k resistor to 5volts This limits the number of switchers that can be looped to a maximum of 10 switchers that can be daisy chained together using this method More specifically the output of one switcher is connected to INPUT 6 of the next switcher Once loop control is enabled these switchers will automatically switch video signal to the output of the second switcher through INPUT 6 Keep in mind that you are always going to have one less input then total number of inputs available on all switchers The figure above is for an 11 in 1 out Switcher 7 6 LOOP CONTROL WITH RS 232 COMMAND When multiple MX2206RM units are connected together to get a single switcher and RS 232 commands are used to control these units please connect units according to following diagram MX2206RM 1 MX2206RM 2 MASTER SLAVE aes 2 B TX RX GND RX GND PC CONTROL SYSTEM RX TX GND If you want to make 11 by 1 switcher using two 6 by 1 switchers the following commands need to be used to control these switchers Input 1 through Input 6 OUT01 Input 7 through Input 11 OUT0O2 Th
16. e signal by sensing incoming sync To enable Auto Switch mode press and hold this button F1 for approximately 2 seconds When in Auto Switch mode the rear panel LED lights will scan for an active signal until one is found Auto switching is only available when switching RGBS format signals 4 5 STAND BY ALL CHANNELS OFF BUTTON This function allows a user to turn OFF all input signals It is very useful when the MX2206RM Switcher is used in applications where there is a need to turn the display or the source OFF Press this function key F2 to switch to no a signal condition The LED next to the F2 will light to indicate that the unit is in this mode To resume input Select switching simply press the desired INPUT 4 6 RESET BUTTON This function allows a user to RESET the switcher without unplugging the unit Press the function key RESET and hold it for 2 seconds When you hear beeping release the key All of the LED s will flash simultaneously The switcher is reset All previous defaults such as power on channel default and other user settings are maintained 4 7 BEEP ON OFF BUTTON This function allows a user to have audible feedback when buttons are pressed The factory default is beep ON however in some applications sound may be undesirable To disable sound press this function key F4 and hold it for approximately 2 seconds until a beeping sound is heard The function is disabled To enable
17. fore the sync S disconnects and calculation connects it to the next channel a moment after the Calculations sync is connected By doing this the glitch takes Table 2 MX2206RM Mechanical place off screen One of four Sync Delay times may ELECTRICAL MX2206RM be selected 0 delay 0 5 second delay 1 5 second delay and 2 0 second delay pre set while Input Video Signal 1 5 V p p max powering on the unit Impedance 75 Ohms The MX2206RM offers a 9 pin control port which Input Sync Signal provides a means of interconnection for RS 232 Composite Sync TTL sand Contact Closure control as well as other Sync on Green 0 3V special features For instance when multiple Impedance 10k Ohms MX2206RM units are looped together to create a Output Video Signals larger switcher two pins on the 9 pin control ports Analog Signal 1 5 V p p max can be connected to make the switcher respond as Fall Rise Time ns 1 8 a single unit Using a similar method multiple Impedance 75 Ohms MX2206RM units can be made to operate in a Output Sync Signal Master Slave mode with all units responding to a Composite Sync TTL single button selection Sync on Green 0 3V MANAGEMENT ALTINEX SIGNAL SOLUTIONS Tel 714 990 2300 Toll Free 1 800 ALTINEX FAX 714 990 3303 E mail solutions altinex com Web www altinex com SWITCHERS Impedance 22 Ohms Cross
18. gle RS 232 control port These commands are available on the switcher that has firmware revision number 2 0 Use VERN commands to determine the firmware revision These commands add additional flexibility to the switcher InnOmm nn Input Number 00 to 99 mm Output Number 01 99 This command connects any input to any output The switching occurs as soon as the command is completed The input 00 is used to disconnect a particular output from any input For example command 100001 will disconnect output 1 from any input OUTmm This command sets the switcher to respond to a specific output only The default setting is output 1 SETxnnmm select input number nn Minimum input number mm Maximum input number ALTINEX SIENA AL MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS Tel 714 990 2300 Toll Free 1 800 ALTINEX FAX 714 990 3303 E mail solutions altinex com Web www altinex com SWITCHERS This command is designed to allow the MX2206RM Switcher to program each of the inputs to respond to a selected range of input commands For example if command SET10104 is issued then the following commands will select only Input 1 101001 102001 103001 104001 In other words a range of commands can address the same input Default settings for each of the inputs is as follows Input 10101 Input 20202 Input 30303 Input 40404 Input 50505 amp Input 60606 7 3 MASTER SLAVE CONFIGURATIO
19. is will setup each switcher as a different output number To control the switchers use following commands connect transmit line from control system to receive line on both switchers 101001 Select input number 1 102001 Select input number 2 103001 Select input number 104001 Select input number 4 105001 Select input number 5 106001 Select input number 6 101002 Select input number 7 ALTINEX siGNAL MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS Tel 714 990 2300 Toll Free 1 800 ALTINEX FAX 714 990 3303 E mail solutions altinex com Web www altinex com SWITCHERS 102002 Select input number 8 103002 Select input number 9 104002 Select input number 10 105002 Select input number 11 ACCESSORIES 8 Model No Description TABLE MOUNT HARDWARE TM1276 Table Mount bracket for 2U 1 2 Rack Wide RACK MOUNTING ACCESSORIES DA1298RM Rack mount shelf for two units side by side DA1299RM_ Rack mount kit for single unit CONTROL CABLES RC5204CC_ Analog to contact Closure Adapter 6 ft 5207 RS 232 Master Slave Control cable HIGH RESOLUTION 4 BNC to 4 BNC COAXIAL CABLE CB4100MR_ Bulk Cable 4 coaxes 500ft minimum CB4103MR_ 3 feet 4 BNC to 4 BNC coaxial cable CB4106MR_ 6 feet 4 BNC to 4 BNC coaxial cable 112 12 feet 4 BNC to 4 BNC coaxial cable CB4125MR_ 25 feet 4 BNC to 4 BNC coaxial cable CB4150MR_ 50 feet 4 BNC to 4 BNC coaxial c
20. it repeat the same steps The setting is stored in the memory and is maintained during the power up sequence 4 8 POWER UP DEFAULT SET This function allows a user to select the channel that will be ON at power up To select the default channel press the selected channel switch and hold it for approximately 2 seconds until you hear a beeping sound If the unit is turned off and turned back on the LED of the selected channel should light 4 9 ANALOG OUTPUT The analog output of the MX2206RM can be used for controlling several switchers simultaneously The analog amplifier drives analog output pin 9 on ALTINEX SIGNAL MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS Tel 714 990 2300 Toll Free 1 800 ALTINEX FAX 714 990 3303 E mail solutions altinex com Web www altinex com SWITCHERS a 9 pin connector The output can switch from OV to approximately 5 0V The output impedance of this pin is 100 Ohms and it can sink or source up to 5 mA of current By using this output several switchers can operate in gang mode To do this the analog output of the master switcher pin 9 is connected to the analog input of the slave switchers pin 9 Now every time a channel is selected on the master switcher the output voltage of the analog output will be set to switch all other switchers into the same channel The simplicity of this approach is that only 2 wires one to pin 9 and one to ground are required to connect and
21. l 714 990 2300 Toll Free 1 800 ALTINEX FAX 714 990 3303 E mail solutions altinex com Web www altinex com SWITCHERS PRECAUTIONS SAFETY WARNINGS 1 Please read this manual carefully before using your MX2206RM Switcher Keep this manual handy for future reference These safety instructions are to ensure the long life of your MX2206RM and to prevent fire and shock hazard Please read them carefully and heed all warnings 1 1 GENERAL Unauthorized personnel shall not open the unit since there are high voltage components inside Qualified Altinex service personnel or their authorized representatives must perform service 1 2 SAFETY GUIDELINES FOR THE RACK MOUNTING OF THE MX2206RM Maximum operating ambient temperature is 35 degrees C Never restrict the airflow through the devices fan or vents When installing equipment into a rack distribute the units evenly Otherwise hazardous conditions may be created by an uneven weight distribution Connect the unit to a properly rated supply circuit Reliable Earthing Grounding of Rack Mounted Equipment should be maintained 1 3 INSTALLATION For best results place the MX2206RM Switcher on a flat level surface in a dry area away from dust and moisture To prevent fire or shock do not expose this unit to rain or moisture Do not place the MX2206RM Switcher in direct sunlight near heaters or heat radiating appliances or near any liquid Expo
22. mputers used in presentation system applications use the RS 232 communications standard To connect the MX2206RM Switcher to a control system or computer for RS 232 control only three pins are required on each port Transmit Receive RX and Ground GND The Transmit pin from the control system or computer must be connected to the Receive pin of the switcher control port do not connect Transmit to Transmit or Receive to Receive The following are typical cable wiring pin outs IBM PIN No 2206 PIN 3 2 2 3 7 5 Connection of IBM PC 25 pin D to MX2206RM 9 pin D Note 5 6 20 shorted together in IBM side only ALTINEX SIGNAL MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS Tel 714 990 2300 Toll Free 1 800 ALTINEX FAX 714 990 3303 E mail solutions altinex com Web www altinex com SWITCHERS IBM PIN No MX2206RM PIN 2 2 3 3 5 5 Connection of IBM PC 9 pin D to MX2206RM 9 pin D Note 4 6 8 shorted together in IBM side only Port setting preferences for the control system or computer being used to control the switcher should be set as follows BAUD RATE Bits per second 2400 Data bits 8 Parity None Stop Bits 1 There is no software or hardware flow control implemented The RS 232 input has a 6 character buffer and will not execute additional commands until the previous command is fully processed
23. sure to direct sunlight smoke or steam can harm internal components Handle the MX2206RM_ Switcher carefully Dropping or jarring can damage internal components Do not place heavy objects on top of the MX2206RM If the MX2206RM is to be mounted to a table or wall use only an Altinex made mounting accessories like rack mount shelf DA1298RM or 1 1 rack mount ears DA1299RM and cables for optimum setup To turn off the main power be sure to remove the cord from the power outlet The power outlet socket should be installed as close to the equipment as possible and should be easily accessible Do not pull the power cord or any cable that is attached to the MX2206RM Switcher If the MX2206RM Switcher is not used for an extended period of time disconnect the power cord from the power outlet 4 CLEANING Unplug the MX2206RM power cord before cleaning Clean surfaces with a dry cloth Never use strong detergents or solvents such as alcohol or thinner Do not use a wet cloth or water to clean the unit 5 FCC CE NOTICE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
24. talk 48dB 10 MHz Frequency Compatibility Coupling DC Typical Video Bandwidth 200 MHz Power Horizontal 15 200 kHz External Power Adapter 90 140V 200 240V Vertical 20 190 Hz Power Consumption 20 watts max Table 3 MX2206RM Electrical DESCRIPTION OF MX2206RM 4 FRONT PANEL OF MX2206RM INPUTS SELECTION BUTTONS INPUTS 1 6 AUTO SWITCH MODE BUTTON STAND BY BUTTON ALL INPUTS OFF INPUT SELECT RESET BUTTON BEEP ON OFF BUTTON INPUT 1 INPUT 2 INPUT INPUT 4 INPUT INPUT 6 PRESS AND HOLD INPUT SELECTION SWITCH TO SET POWER DEFAULT INPUT High Resolution RGBS Switcher BACK PANEL OF MX2206RM __RGBS OUTPUT RS 232 CONTACT CLOSURE CONNECTION 9 D FEMALE RGBS INPUT 1 3 S RGBS INPUT 4 7 VOLTAGE SELECTOR SWITCH 110 220 OUTPUT INPUT INPUT NPUT Ke Ke Ke ke Ke 0 Fo Lo KI 2 12 15 CONTROL CONNECTOR SOMER CONNECTOR USED FOR FACTORY TESTING RGBS INPUT 4 6 OF UNIT 4 ZALTINEX 1 Tel 714 990 2300 Toll Free 1 800 ALTINEX FAX 714 990 3303 E mail solutions altinex com Web www altinex com SWITCHERS 4 1 FRONT PANEL The front panel of the MX2206RM provides access to essentially all of the switcher s capabilities In addition to standard switching functions the unit has control and switching functions that could be very usef
25. to control MX2206RM then first verify operation of the unit using MX Control software available from Altinex web site www altinex com Make sure that cable is made according to manual where RX pin of the MX2206RM is connected to TX pin of the computer If you are controlling the unit by RS 232 command make sure there is minimum delay of 100 milliseconds before sending the next command If you have multiple MX2206RM units connected in Master Slave mode or Loop Control mode please make sure to have connection of RS 232 port done according to manual input voltage ALTINEX SIGNAL MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS Tel 714 990 2300 Toll Free 1 800 ALTINEX FAX 714 990 3303 E mail solutions altinex com Web www altinex com SWITCHERS ALTINEX POLICY 11 11 1 LIMITED WARRANTY Altinex warrants that its products and cables are free from defects in materials under normal use and service This warranty is limited to repairing at company s factory any part or parts of the product which upon company s examination shall disclose to be thus defective Products considered defective should be returned to company with transportation charges pre paid within 2 years 90 days for cables from date of shipment to the purchaser The warranty is expressly instead of all other warranties expressed or implied Altinex neither assumes nor authorizes any other person to assume for it any other liability in connection
26. ul in a variety of special applications 4 2 SELECT INPUT When buttons 1 through 6 are pressed the corresponding INPUT will be selected and displayed LED s on the front and rear panel will light simultaneously to indicate which selection has been made Input Select buttons also used for setting Sync Delay time 4 3 SYNC DELAY The Sync Delay function of the MX2206RM allows clean switching between high resolution RGBS sources by disconnecting active sync shortly before the incoming video is connected This allows the glitch to take place off screen A variety of Sync Delay duration are available as a power up feature To set the desired Sync Delay time press and hold the appropriate button on the front panel while turning the unit on plugging the unit in The delay time will be stored until the setting has been changed SYNC DELAY SET 0 0 second delay Press amp hold Input 1 Power ON 1 5 second delay Press amp hold Input 3 Power ON 0 5 second delay Press amp hold Input 2 Power ON 2 0 second delay Press amp hold Input 4 Power ON The factory default setting for the MX2206RM is 0 delay To reset the unit to this default input 1 must be pressed and held during the power up sequence The sync delay setting will not be lost by reset or by powering OFF the switcher 4 4 AUTO SWITCH MODE BUTTON This MX2206RM to function allows the automatically select an activ
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