TM MultiView II DVI-TX Transmitter Installation and User Guide Document # 5310258-01 Rev-01 (12/19/2011)
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Table of Contents Table of Contents Page Chapter 1 About this Manual ...................................................................................................................... 1 Chapter 2 Product Overview....................................................................................................................... 2 2.1 Front Panel interfaces ..................................................................................................... 2 2.2 Rear Panel interfaces .............
About this Manual Chapter 1 About this Manual This manual contains information about the Magenta MultiView™ II DVI-TX transmitter (hereafter referred to simply as “DVI-TX”). This includes: Product overview (Chapter 2). Product specifications (Chapter 3). Installation and configuration instructions (Chapter 4) Troubleshooting (Chapter 5). Additional information (Appendices).
Product Overview Chapter 2 Product Overview The DVI-TX is a video transmitter compatible with the entire Magenta MultiView™ family of products. This is the first device capable of effectively bridging the digital-to-analog gap. Previously, MultiView™ video extension and distribution systems were only compatible with analog video standards.
Specifications Chapter 3 3.1 Specifications General Specifications Item Description Cable Required Category 5, 5e, 6 cable. Shielded or unshielded twisted pair. Low-skew. Compliance CE, FCC Class A, IC Class / Class A, UL listed I.T.E Device, RoHS. Video Support DVI-D, and HDMI by using a connector adapter for unprotected content only (non-HDCP). Resolution & Refresh Rate See DDC/EDID chart located in section 3.3.
Specifications 3.2 DVI Interface The DVI interfaces (video-in and local video-out) have the following characteristics: Item Video Support Video Connectors Audio Characteristics EDID/DDC HDMI HDCP CEC Description Video input formats (video input port): Maximum resolution supported = 1080p or 1920x1200. Maximum color-depth = 24 bits per pixel (8 bits per color). Maximum refresh rate = 60Hz @ 1920x1200. Preferred image aspect ratio: 16:9.
Specifications 3.3 DDC/EDID Support For best compatibility with source devices (ex: a PC), an extension device (DVI-TX in this case) should provide an appropriate DDC/EDID profile with the proper resolution and timing information. This helps ensure best compatibility with display devices connected at the remote end.
Specifications 3.4 Auxiliary Signal Support The DVI-TX is available in five factory-configured models, which allow different types of signals to be passed over the 4th-pair on the CAT5 cable. These are configured differently by a front-panel setting, or may include an internal hardware option-module. MVII-DVI-TX-A: o Supports L+R summed audio (user-configuration setting). MVII-DVI-TX-S: o Supports 2-wire RS-232 serial in simplex mode (user-configuration setting).
Specifications 3.4.2 Auxiliary Signal support: (232) version The DVI-TX-232 comes equipped with an internal hardware (232) option module, enabling full-duplex RS-232 serial. This includes hardware handshaking signal support. Note that the (232) module itself does have some user-configurable settings which must be selected by internal jumpers (not through the front-panel buttons). It is important to set these internal jumpers correctly for your specific application. See Appendix-B.
Specifications 3.4.4 Auxiliary Signal support: (SAP) version The DVI-TX-SAP comes equipped with an internal hardware (SAP) option module, enabling full-duplex RS-232 serial (no hardware handshaking signals) and stereo audio. Note that the (SAP) module itself does have some user-configurable settings that can be changed by on-board DIP-switches (not through the front-panel buttons). Simplex or Duplex RS-232 support. o Provides simplex or duplex serial data, even with daisy-chained receivers.
Installation Chapter 4 Installation CAT5/5e/6 cabling for the Magenta MultiView™ II Series must be pinned to the TIA-EIA T568B wiring specification. Figure 1 T568B CAT5 Specification We also highly recommend that all CAT5 cables be pre-terminated and tested. Cables terminated on-site or in an existing infrastructure should be tested before use to ensure compliance with the TIA-EIA T568B specification. Using incorrectly terminated CAT5 cables can damage the Magenta MultiView™ II Series.
Installation 4.2 Installation Procedure All units must be the same type for all supported features to function correctly. For example, a “DVITX-232” transmitter must be connected to a MultiView “-232” type receiver for the serial interface to function properly. You cannot mix one version of a DVI-TX with a different version of a MultiView receiver. Video modes may function normally, but 4th pair options will not. Ensure all connectors are clean and free of contaminants prior to making the connections.
Installation At the receiver end (these steps are generic - refer to the appropriate receiver manual): 1. Connect the VIDEO OUTPUT connector to the display, and attach any audio (AUX I/O) and/or serial connections (IOIO) depending on the model of MultiView™ receiver and option module installed. 2. Connect the CAT5 cable to the LINK IN connector. If you are daisy-chaining multiple receivers, also connect the downstream CAT5 cable to the LINK OUT port on the receiver. 3. Apply power to the receiver. a.
Installation 4.3 Configuration 4.3.1 User-Configurable Settings The DVI-TX has a number of configurable operating parameters, and the factory-default settings will work in most applications. However, some applications may require configuration changes. Nearly all settings are available from the front-panel buttons/LEDs. The enclosure does not need to be opened unless an option module is being installed or removed, or settings specific to the option module need to be changed.
Installation 4.3.2 DDC/EDID Settings These settings are accessed in NORMAL operating mode (CFG indicator is off). The MultiView™ II DVI-TX features the ability to send DDC/EDID display identifiers to the video source in order to determine display capabilities. The DDC/EDID interface is a data communication channel used between plug and play devices to accurately report a display's capabilities and identify the manufacturer.
Installation 4.4 Sync Settings The DVI-TX is factory-configured for auto-detecting the proper sync-mode (RepliSync-I normal/stretched). This mode is generally compatible with all existing MultiView™ receiver products that support RepliSync (if they are also using their factory-default settings). However, some video sources may require a custom sync-mode setting (most especially at 1080p and 1920x1200 video resolutions). For these cases, one of the other available syncmodes can be selected.
Installation 4.5 4th Pair Settings The DVI-TX provides several options for using the 4th-pair signals (pairs 1-3 are generally used for video). Note that any connected MultiView™ receiver must be configured with a matching 4th-pair operating mode. Otherwise, the desired 4th-pair signal will not work as expected. If an optional daughterboard is installed (232, SA or SAP options), then the 4th-pair utilization is defined by the installed daughterboard.
Troubleshooting Chapter 5 Troubleshooting In most cases, nearly every issue with the MultiView™ II CAT5 Video System can be resolved by checking the CAT5 termination and making sure that it’s pinned to the TIA/EIA 568B wiring specification. However, there may be other problems that cause the system to not perform as it’s designed. Below are solutions to the most common installation errors and their solutions.
Troubleshooting Problem Solution When utilizing a receiver’s RJ45 daisy chain port, the following rules apply: Notes on daisy chaining • If using L/R summed audio, simplex serial, or SPDIF units, a maximum of 12 units may be daisy changed within the rated cable length of the receiver. • When using SA units, a maximum of 4 units may be daisy chained within the rated cable length of the receiver.
Connector Pinouts Appendix A Connector Pinouts DVI-D connector pinout (DVI-in, Local-out): Pins #1-8 Key holes, to prevent wrong type of cable being plugged in Pins #9-16 Pins #17-24 DVI (Digital Visual Interface) is a robust and popular video interface standard that can include digital and analog options in the same connector (the “DVI-I” version). However, as the DVI-TX is a digital-input only device, it supports the “DVI-D” subset of the DVI standard interface.
Connector Pinouts Auxiliary I/O (AUX-I/O) connector pinout: Pin #1 Pin #4 4-pin Phoenix connector pinout: DVI-TX DVI-TX-232 DVI-TX-SA DVI-TX-SAP PIN# (A) Audio (S) Simplex Serial SPDIF Audio Composite Video - SA Audio* SAP Audio 1 (SIG1) Left Channel Tx Signal + Signal + - Left Channel Left Channel 2 (GND) Ground ground Signal - Signal - - Ground Ground 3 (SIG2) Right Channel - - - - Right Channel Right Channel 4 (GND) - Shell - - - - - * Note: SA audio channe
Connector Pinouts Serial port (IOIO) connector pinout (232/SA/SAP versions only): The DVI-TX’s serial port connector is configured to look like a standard 9-pin “DCE” serial port. Therefore, in most applications a straight through serial cable or adapter-plug (DB9-Female-to-Male) is used to connect an external serial device (for example, a PC) to the DVI-TX transmitter. Pin #5 Pin #1 Pin #9 Pin #6 DB9-F Serial Port The DB9-F serial port is only available on DVI-TX-232, -SA and –SAP models.
Connector Pinouts RJ45 (MultiView Link) Wiring Standard: PIN # COLOR PAIR 1 White / Orange Stripe 2 2 Orange Solid 2 3 White / Green Stripe 3 4 Blue Solid 1 5 White / Blue Stripe 1 6 Green Solid 3 7 White / Brown Stripe 4 8 Brown Solid 4 MultiView™ II DVI-TX Installation and User Guide Pins on plug face (socket is reversed) Typical RJ-45 plug 21
Connector Pinouts DC Power Connector: Magenta provides ready-to-use power supplies for MultiView™ II products. However, if there is a reason a substitute power supply must be used, then the following information is important for maintaining product reliability and performance: Magenta AC/DC Power supply output rating: Regulated +5VDC @ 3Amps. Power-input rating for MultiView™-DVI-TX: 5VDC, 1.2Amps max.
Option Module Settings: DVI-TX-232 Appendix B Option Module Settings: DVI-TX-232 The (232) option module has internal jumper settings that can be configured for various serial modes and CAT5 cable lengths. To access the (232) module board: Example of jumper-plugs Make sure the unit is powered OFF. If necessary, unplug all cables to the unit. Unscrew the top cover screws. Unscrew the DB9-F hex-standoffs. Lift the cover off. Carefully unplug the (232) module from the main board.
Option Module Settings: DVI-TX-232 JP2 Pins Receiver (232) module jumper settings Baud (Max) Mode Type 115k 1 Simplex (one way) (to 1500 ft) 1-2 See Notes 1-2 IN 3-4 See Notes 3-4 OUT 5-6 IN 5-6 OUT 7-8 OUT 7-8 OUT 9-10 OUT 9-10 IN Full Duplex (2 way) Short (< 500 ft) 19.2K 1-2 See Notes 1-2 IN 3-4 See Notes 3-4 OUT 5-6 OUT 5-6 OUT 7-8 OUT 7-8 IN 9-10 OUT 9-10 OUT 19.2k 3 Full Duplex (2 way) Long (to 1000 ft) 115k 4 Half Duplex (2 way) Long (to 1500 ft) 19.
Option Module Settings: DVI-TX-SAP Appendix C Option Module Settings: DVI-TX-SAP The SAP option module allows a bi-directional session to be established between a SAP-equipped transmitter (DVI-TX-SAP), and a specific SAP-equipped receiver even in a multiple-receiver daisy chain installation. The SAP transmitter devices (DVI-TX-SAP for example) do not have address DIP-switches. The factory-default address of the transmitter is “0”.
Option Module Settings: DVI-TX-SAP SAP Addressing Chart ADDR 00 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Switch Settings 1 ADDR 2 3 4 5 6 7 ON 8 OFF 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 ON OFF 33 3 4 5 6 7 8 ON OFF 34 3 4 5 6 7 8 ON OFF 35 4 5 6 7 8 ON OFF 36 4 5 6 7 8 ON OFF 37 4 5 6 7 8 ON OFF 38 4 5 6 7 8 ON OFF 39 5 6 7 8 ON OFF 40 5 6 7 8 ON OFF 41 5 6 7 8 ON OFF 42 5 6 7 8 ON OFF 43 5
Option Module Settings: DVI-TX-SAP SAP Addressing Chart (cont’d) ADDR 128 129 130 131 132 133 134 135 136 137 138 139 140 141 142 143 144 145 146 147 148 149 150 151 152 153 154 155 156 157 158 159 Switch Settings ADDR 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 2 3 4 5 6 7 3 4 5 6 7 3 4 5 6 7 4 5 6 7 4 5 6 7 4 5 6 7 4 5 6 7 5 6 7 5 6 7 5 6 7 5 6 7 5 6 7 5 6 7 5 6 7 5 6 7 6 7 6 7 6 7 6 7 6 7 6 7 6 7 6 7 6 7 6 7 6 7 6 7 6 7 6 7 6 7 6 7 1
Mounting Kits Appendix D Mounting Kits There are several kits available for mounting the DVI-TX: Mounting Kit # 2211053-01 Description Rigid-mount bracket. This mounts a single device to a surface (wall/desk/etc.). Comes with 4 self-tapping screws. 8310207-01 1U Rack-mount Plate for standard 19” rack. Mounts 4 devices in a 1U space. Comes with (8) device-mounting screws, (4) rack-mounting screws. 8310208-01 2U Rack-mount Plate for standard 19” rack. Mounts 8 devices in a 2U space.
System Design Drawings Appendix E System Design Drawings The following drawings are available from Magenta Research as an aid in system design and configuration. You may download them from the Magenta website (www.magenta-research.com). There is no charge for obtaining these drawings. Drawing # 2500131-01 2510001-01 Description MultiView-II DVI-TX Sales Drawing (.dwg and .pdf format) MultiView-II DVI-TX Autocad Symbols (.dwg and .
Regulatory Compliance Information Appendix F Regulatory Compliance Information FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION AND INDUSTRY CANADA RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENTS 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.
INDEX INDEX About this Manual, 1 Configuration 4th-pair Modes, 15 DDC/EDID, 13 Factory defaults, 12 general, 12 Sync modes, 14 Contact Information, iv Default Settings, 12 Drawings, 29 Front Panel, 2 Installation, 9 CAT5 Pinout, 9 Prerequisites, 9 Procedure, 10 Mounting Kits, 28 Option Module Settings 232 option module, 23 SAP option module, 25 Pinouts, 18 Auxiliary Signal Port, 19 DVI Ports, 18 MultiView™ II DVI-TX Installation and User Guide Phoenix Connector, 19 Power Connector, 22 Serial Port, 20 UTP