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Safety and Notice The MX-1004 Quasi Quad-View Video Processor has been tested for conformity to safety regulations and requirements, and has been certified for international use. However, like all electronic equipments, the MX-1004 should be used with care. Please read and follow the safety instructions to protect yourself from possible injury and to minimize the risk of damage to the unit. z Follow all instructions and warnings marked on this unit.
Table of Contents Chapter 1 Introduction General 1 Features 2 Specifications Package Contents 3 4 Inputs and Outputs 5 Chapter 2 Hardware Installation 6 Safety Precautions 6 Installation Procedure 6 Chapter 3 Operation Software Page 3 of 18 1 8 System Requirement and Precautions 8 Instruction of Software Connection 8 Definitions of Menu Buttons and Icons 9 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting 12 Warranty 13 Appendix Supported Resolution 14
Introduction General The MX-1004 Quasi Quad-View Video Processor is an advanced video processor for multimedia presentations. It is an ideal solution for applications where up to four video signals must be displayed on a single display. It supports up to 10 video inputs, of which four can be outputted simultaneously with the desired display layout through software control.
Features z Four VGA, three DVI, three component and three composite inputs, from 640x480 to 1920x1200, interlaced or progressive. z Dual outputs (DVI / VGA), 640x480 to 1920x1200. z Adjustable size& position through software. z Titles, borders and colored backgrounds. z Resize, position, flip, zoom& pan and blend output video. z Can be cascaded to obtain more images. z Image parameters and layouts are automatically saved in flash memory and can be recalled for later use.
Specifications Model Name Technical Role of usage Dual output support Background video input HDCP compliance Video bandwidth Video support Audio support Control Embedded video mixer Cascadable Input TMDS signal ESD protection PCB stack-up Input Output DVI connector S-Video connector VGA connector RS-232 connector RCA connector RJ-45 connector Mechanical Housing Model Dimensions Package (L x W x H) Carton Model Weight Package Fixedness Power supply Power consumption Operation temperature Storage temperature
Package Contents 1. MX-1004 3.VGA to Component Breakout Cable (VYPBA01) 2. DVI to DVI&VGA Breakout Cable (DDVY01) 4. DVI to VGA Adapter (DVA01) 5. 20cm DVI to DVI Cable 6. UL AC Power Cord 7. RS-232 to USB Adapter 8. 1U Rack Mounting-Ear 9. Installation Software CD 10. User Manual Please visit www.meicheng.com.
Inputs and Outputs The MX-1004 has 10 inputs and accepts both graphics and video signals, which come from computers (DVI or VGA), composite, and component video sources respectively. You can pick up four of the ten inputs and then display four of them simultaneously on the same screen. Figure 2 shows the rear panel connectors of a MX-1004 and Table 1 illustrates how you can connect video devices and display to the MX-1004.
Hardware Installation Safety Precautions I. To prevent fire or shock hazards, do not expose this device to rain or moisture. II. When connecting other products such as DVD players, and personal computers, you should turn off the power of this product for protection against electric shocks. III. The product should be placed more than one foot away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, and other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
4. Plug in DVI to DVI&VGA breakout cable (DDVY01) to DVI-YPbPr-VGA-x and plug in VGA to component adapter (VYPBA01) to the VGA connector of the breakout cable. 5. Connect a device equipped with DVI output (such as PC) to the DVI connector of the breakout cable. 6. Connect a device equipped with component video output (YPbPr such as DVD player or camera) to the 3-RCA jack of the VYPBA01. 7. Connect a device equipped with VGA output (such as laptop) to the VGA connector of MX-1004. 8.
Operation Software It is CRITICAL to have the DVI-to-DVI cables connected to the CONN1-CONN1 & CONN2-CONN2 sockets on the MX-1004 for normal operation & firmware update. Please have the bridge connectors linked at any time. System Requirement and Precautions 1. The MX-1004 provides a software control program, Quartet, which runs under Microsoft Windows 98, 2000, XP, Vista through the interface of RS-232 serial control. 2.
z The MX-1004 is not supplied with power Please make sure the status, and reboot the MX-1004. z The serial connection through RS-232 is not well established or some other software has taken the available serial ports. Please make sure the RS-232 cable is well connected and the available serial port is free to be taken by the MX-1004. 3. If the serial connection is well established, you can see work window as below.
Supported Mode Resolution Supported Mode Resolution 2 Quick setup for full screen display Click on this button will make the desired display area be displayed as full screen. 3 Quick setup for PAP mode This button will bring full screen mode back to PAP mode. 4 Quad Display mode The functionality of this button is to expedite the default quad display. Notice that the input sources will not be changed. Only positions and sizes will be affected.
4. Display setup 1 3 4 5 2 Each display area has associated pop window to accelerate the selection of the input sources. Notice that each display may not have same choices of the input sources due to the hardware structure. On each display, clicking on the right button of the mouse will bring the control window as shown above. 1 The available input sources for the corresponding display area. 2 The chosen input will become blue to indicate current selection. 3 Saves parameters for each channel.
Troubleshooting Problem No power No/ Erratic video Poor quality Wrong color Recommendations 9 Check if you correctly and firmly plug AC power core into MX-1004. 9 If you are recovering from power outage, accidentally unplug the power core or other power surge conditions, leave the device off for a while and then power it on again. 9 Make sure all cables are in good working condition and properly connected to the MX-1004 and displays.
Limited Warranty The SELLER warrants the MX-1004 Quasi Quad-View Video Processor to be free from defects in the material and workmanship for 1 year from the date of purchase from the SELLER or an authorized dealer. Should this product fail to be in good working order within 1 year warranty period, The SELLER, at its option, repair or replace the unit, provided that the unit has not been subjected to accident, disaster, abuse or any unauthorized modifications including static discharge and power surges.
Appendix – Supported Resolution [ DVI-x / YPbPr-x / VGA-x (x = 1~3)] Socket Supported Mode Resolution Supported Mode Resolution NTSC/480I/525I 720x240 @60Hz MAC 832x624 @75Hz PAL/576I/625I 720x288 @50Hz VESA 1024x768 @60Hz 480P/525P 720x483 @60Hz MAC 1024x768 @60Hz 480P (16:9) 960x483 @60Hz VESA 1024x768 @70Hz 576P/625P 720x756 @50Hz IBM 1024x768 @72Hz (HDTV) 720p 1280x720 @50Hz VESA 1024x768 @75Hz (HDTV) 720p 1280x720 @60Hz MAC 1024x768 @75Hz (HDTV) 1080i 1920x1080 @50Hz V
[VGA] Socket Supported Mode Resolution VESA 640x480 @60Hz VESA 800x600 @60Hz VESA 1024x768 @60Hz VESA 1280x1024 @60Hz VESA 1600x1200 @60Hz VESA 1920x1200 @60Hz [DVI-I OUT] Socket Supported Mode Resolution (HDTV) 720p 1280x720 @50Hz (HDTV) 720p 1280x720 @60Hz (HDTV) 1080p 1920x1080 @60Hz Page 18 of 18 VESA 640x480 @60Hz VESA 800x600 @60Hz VESA 1024x768 @60Hz VESA 1152x864 @75Hz VESA 1280x1024 @60Hz VESA 1280x1024 @50Hz VESA 1280x768 @60Hz VESA 1366x768 @60Hz VESA 1400x
