MULTITASKER® MANUAL PART NUMBER: 400-0374-005 MT103-123 TWISTED PAIR RECEIVER TO VIDEO + AUDIO CARD USER’S GUIDE
MULTITASKER TABLE OF CONTENTS Page PRECAUTIONS / SAFETY WARNINGS................ 2 GENERAL..........................................................2 INSTALLATION..................................................2 CLEANING.........................................................2 FCC NOTICE .....................................................2 ABOUT YOUR MT103-123....................................... 3 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS.............................. 3 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION ..........................
MULTITASKER PRECAUTIONS / SAFETY WARNINGS 1.4 FCC NOTICE 1 Please read this manual carefully before using your MT103-123. Keep this manual handy for future reference. These safety instructions are to ensure the long life of your MT103-123 and to prevent fire and shock hazards. Please read them carefully and heed all warnings. • 1.1 GENERAL • • Qualified ALTINEX service personnel or their authorized representatives must perform all service. 1.
MULTITASKER ABOUT YOUR MT103-123 2 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 3 Specifications are subject to change. See www.altinex.com for up-to-date information. MT103-123 TWISTED PAIR RECEIVER TO VIDEO + AUDIO CARD FEATURES/ DESCRIPTION The MT103-123 provides a means of receiving computer video and audio signals over Twisted Pair-type (CAT-5/6) cable when used together with an ALTINEX Twisted Pair Video Transmitter such as the MT103-122 or DA1930CT.
MULTITASKER MECHANICAL MT103-123 Enclosure Slots Required ELECTRICAL 1 Weight (pounds) Input 1.1 lb (0.5 kg) Ship Weight (pounds) MT103-123 CAT-5/6 Twisted Pair 1.6 lbs (0.73 kg) Video/Sync/Audio ALTINEX Standard Output Video Signals T° Operating 10°C-40°C RGBHV/YPbPr - Video T° Max RGBHV - Sync Humidity 75 ohms 50°C 10 kohms/TTL 90% non-condensing S-Video, Composite Video MTBF (calculations) 75 ohms 40,000 hrs Output Audio Signals Table 2.
MULTITASKER PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 4 TOP RETAINER SCREW RGBHV/YPbPr VIDEO OUTPUT S-VIDEO INPUT C-VIDEO OUTPUT VIDEO EQUALIZATION UNBALANCED STEREO AUDIO OUTPUT BALANCED STEREO AUDIO OUTPUT 4TP INPUT BOTTOM RETAINER SCREW 400-0374-005 5
MULTITASKER APPLICATION DIAGRAMS 5 DIAGRAM 1: TYPICAL SETUP MT103-123 RGBHV/ YPbPr OR S-VIDEO OR C-VIDEO AUDIO DA1930CT 400-0374-005 6
MULTITASKER DIAGRAM 2: RJ-45 PINOUT TOP FRONT 1 1 8 Pin No.
MULTITASKER DIAGRAM 3: INTERNAL VIEW INPUT OUTPUT SIGNAL DETECT POWER/ SIGNAL PRESENT RCA C-VIDEO CHROMA LUMA RJ-45 TWISTED PAIR PAIR 1 BLUE PAIR 2 RED PAIR 3 GREEN SYNC-ON-GREEN PAIR 4 + + - SYNC PROCESSING VER LP R1+ R1- LP LP L1+ L1- RIGHT LEFT 400-0374-005 8 15-PIN HD VIDEO RGBHV/ Y Pb Pr HOR LP AUDIO SEPARATOR 4-PIN MINI DIN S-VIDEO 5-PIN TB BAL. STEREO AUDIO 3.5 mm UNBAL.
MULTITASKER DIAGRAM 4: SWITCH SETTINGS GAIN and SYNC OPTIONS The MT103-123 has an internal switch with 6 positions to achieve the following features: POSITION DESCRIPTION 6 Video Gain ON=1 x1, OFF=x2 Factory Default = x1 5 Sync-On-Green (ON/OFF) Factory Default = OFF 3,4 Vertical Sync Polarity (Positive/Negative) 3 OFF, 4 ON = Negative (Factory Default) 3 ON, 4 OFF = Positive 1,2 Horizontal Sync Polarity (Positive/Negative) 1 ON, 2 OFF = Positive (Factory Default) 1 OFF, 2 ON = Negative VIDEO EQU
MULTITASKER INSTALLING YOUR MT103-123 6 OPERATION Step 1. Determine the settings required for Gain, Sync-On-Green, Horizontal Sync Polarity, and Vertical Sync Polarity. If necessary to change the factory defaults, set the switches per Diagram 4 on page 8. 7.1 RS-232 CONTROL The MT103-123 has many advanced remote-control capabilities accessible through standard RS-232 communication. Control may be accomplished through a computer, control system, or any device capable of RS-232 communication. Step 2.
MULTITASKER 7.2 DESCRIPTION OF COMMANDS Each command consists of three Function, Card ID, and Unit ID. [ Function , Card ID , Unit ID ] COMMANDS parts: 1. [VER] This command displays the software version and card type for the MT103-123 card. Example: [VERC3U2] Command Format: [VERCn] VER C3 U2 Cn = Card ID (n = slot # from 1 to max slots) = Function = Card ID or Group ID = Unit ID (optional for Unit ID 0) Example: An MT103-123 card is in slot 4.
MULTITASKER Example: All status feedback is enclosed in brackets, “[ ]“. Each data field within the status is enclosed in parentheses. The first two characters identify the status type. The last three characters are the card’s ID. Save the status by sending the command [C4S].
MULTITASKER 7. [STA0] This command disables automatic from the card and front panel. The affects any card with auto-feedback not just the MT103-123 card. The power on or reset is STA0, OFF. Example: ADJUST EQUALIZATION feedback command capability, default at Continuing from the previous example, the equalization function is now active and may be adjusted using the [+] and [-] commands. The card will display the new equalization setting after each [+] or [-] command.
MULTITASKER 14. […S] – Save ID COMMANDS This command will save the configuration command being sent in memory. When sending the command [EQ=10C4S], after reset or power-up, the equalization level on C4 will be set to 10. The default card ID is the same as the card slot number. The next several commands allow the user to change the card ID to a value other than the slot number. Once the ID is changed, moving the card to another slot will not change the card ID.
MULTITASKER 18. [SIDn] Example: This command sets all the cards installed in the MultiTasker system to the same card ID. After sending this command, all cards will be addressed with the same ID. Use caution when sending this command to a system with multiple board types. There are two 20-slot enclosures to be connected together during normal operation. The first unit will use the default IDs where the card ID is equal to the slot number.
MULTITASKER 25. [RMG] GROUP COMMANDS Group commands allow several cards with the same functions to be controlled simultaneously with a single command. Up to 8 groups (G1-G8) may be defined. These commands apply to all cards, not only the MT103-123. This command deletes one or all groups. 23. [WR] Remove all cards from G52 by sending [RMG5]. The system will return the following feedback: Command Format: [RMGk] Gk = Group ID (k = # from 1-8, * for all) Example: This command adds cards to a group.
MULTITASKER 7.3 SUMMARY OF COMMANDS 7.4 MENU MODE Card Commands 1) [VER] Display firmware revision 2) [C] Display card status 3) [CnS] Save card settings 4) [?] Display system cards Menu Mode commands allow virtually the same functionality as programming commands. Unlike the programming commands in the previous sections, menu commands prompt the user to select from a list of available options. The system then responds based upon selections made by the user.
MULTITASKER 7.4.2 USING MENU MODE 7.4.3 MENU TYPES Do NOT press any keys except those relating to the current menu. If you press the ENTER key after entering a letter or digit, the original list of systems will be displayed. 1. In the Terminal Window, press the ENTER key on the keyboard. 3. The system checks all MultiTaskers on the RS-232 bus and displays a list of available systems. Example: Enter the ID number of the desired system.
MULTITASKER 2. Clear the card. 4: HELP This selection displays a list of commands available for the MT103-123 along with a brief description. It is equivalent to the [HELP] command. Starting from the Main Menu, select the MT103-123 card and set it to the factory defaults. Follow the keystrokes below. ESC This selection returns you to the parent menu with the listing of all cards. 7.4.5 MENU MODE EXAMPLES All Menu Mode examples assume an MT103-123 is installed in slot 4.
MULTITASKER TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 8.2 LED IS NOT GREEN 8 Cause 1: There is no power. Solution: The LED should be on and red when power is applied and there is no video signal present. If the LED is on and green, the unit is receiving power and a signal. Disconnect the video input from the MT103-123 and verify the LED is on and red indicating power is present. Reconnect the computer's video output. If the LED is still not green see Cause 2. Cause 2: There is no Sync signal.
MULTITASKER 8.4 NO REMOTE IMAGE Cause 1: The source has a problem. Solution: Check the image on a local monitor and verify the quality is good. If the local image is good, see Cause 2. Cause 2: Video equalization required. Solution: Adjust the Video Equalization control on the MT103-123. Long cable runs may require adjustment on both the MT103-122 and the MT103-123. ALTINEX POLICIES 9.1 LIMITED WARRANTY/RETURN POLICIES Please see the ALTINEX website at www.altinex.
