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- Page 1 MVX 44 / 48 / 84 / 88 series VGA Matrix Switcher 68-877-01 Rev. D 09 08...
- Page 2 Precautions Safety Instructions • English This symbol is intended to alert the user of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature provided with the equipment. This symbol is intended to alert the user of the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product’s enclosure that may present a risk of electric shock.
- Page 3 FCC Class A Notice 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 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.
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Page 5: Front Panel Features
Quick Start — MVX Series VGA Matrix Switchers Installation 1 — Mount If desired, mount the switcher in a rack with the supplied rack ears or mount the switcher under a desk using an Extron MBU 149 1U enclosure under-desk mount kit, part #70-222-01. 2 —... -
Page 6: Quick Start
MVX 44 / 48 / 84 / 88 VGA Matrix Switchers, continued Each audio input gain and attenuation indicator indicates a range of 6 dB when lit. (Output 1 LED off = 0 dB to 5 dB, Output 1 lit = 6 dB to 11 dB, Output 1 and 2 lit = 12 dB to 17 dB, Output 1 through 3 lit = 18 dB.) The level indicators are secondary functions of the Output... -
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Chapter One • Introduction About the Switchers Features ... 1-3 Chapter Two • Installation Mounting the Switcher Tabletop use ... 2-2 Rack mounting the switcher UL guidelines ... 2-2 Mounting instructions ... 2-2 Furniture mounting the switcher Cabling and Rear Panel Views Video and audio input connections Video and audio output connections... - Page 8 Table of Contents, cont’d Optimizing the Audio Troubleshooting ... 3-26 Worksheets ... 3-27 Worksheet example 1: System equipment Worksheet example 2: Daily configuration Worksheet example 3: Test configuration Configuration worksheet Chapter Four • Remote Operation Simple Instruction Set Control Host-to-Switcher instructions Switcher-initiated messages Switcher error responses Using the command/response table...
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Page 9: Chapter One • Introduction
MVX 44 / 48 / 84 / 88 VGA Matrix Switchers Chapter One Introduction About the Switchers Features... - Page 10 Introduction About the Switchers The Extron MVX Series VGA matrix switchers (figure 1-1) is a family of computer video matrix switchers that distribute any VGA or component/HDTV video (or other high resolution video) and audio input to any combination of outputs. The MVX Series switchers can route multiple input/output ties simultaneously.
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Page 11: Features
(higher line level) and consumer (lower line level) audio equipment. Audio output level switch — The audio level of each output can be set to either –10 dBV (consumer level) or +4 dBu (pro level) via RS-232 control only. - Page 12 Introduction, cont’d Global memory presets — Sixteen global memory presets are a time-saving feature that lets you set up and store input/output configurations in advance. You can then recall those configurations, when needed, with a few simple steps. On each model, there are as many presets available from the front panel as there are input and output buttons: •...
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Page 13: Chapter Two • Installation
MVX 44 / 48 / 84 / 88 VGA Matrix Switchers Chapter Two Installation Mounting the Switcher Cabling and Rear Panel Views... -
Page 14: Mounting The Switcher
Installation Mounting the Switcher N Keep the switcher out of bright light to prevent interference with the IR signals from the IR 501 remote control. Tabletop use For tabletop use, affix one of the supplied self-adhesive rubber feet to each corner of the bottom of the switcher. -
Page 15: Furniture Mounting The Switcher
Rack-mount Bracket (Included) Table/ #8 Screw (4 Plcs) Wall-mount Each Side Bracket (Optional) Figure 2-1 — Mounting the switcher Furniture mounting the switcher The MVX Series switchers can be mounted under a table or other horizontal surface with an optional Extron under-desk mounting kit (part #70-222-01). Secure the two table/wall mounting brackets to the switcher with the eight machine screws provided in the kit (figure 2-1). -
Page 16: Cabling And Rear Panel Views
Installation, cont’d Cabling and Rear Panel Views All connectors are on the rear panel. Depending on the model, the switcher can have up to eight high resolution video and stereo audio inputs and eight video and audio outputs. Figure 2-2 shows a MVX 88 VGA A video and audio switcher. Other switcher models are housed in the same 1U enclosures, but have fewer input connectors and/or output connectors to accommodate the different matrix sizes that they provide. -
Page 17: Video And Audio Output Connections
See chapter 3, “Operation”, and chapter 4, “Remote Operation”, for details. By default, the audio follows the video switch. Audio breakaway, which is commanded via the front panel, via RS-232 control using SIS commands or the Windows-based control program, or via optional IR 501 control, allows you to select from any one of the audio input sources. -
Page 18: Remote Connection
Installation, cont’d Remote connection RS-232 connector — Connect a host device, such as a computer or control system, to the switcher via this 9-pin D connector (figure 2-5) for remote control of the switcher. Female Figure 2-5 — RS-232 port pin assignment N The cable used to connect the RS-232 port to a computer or control system may need to be modified by removing pins or cutting wires. -
Page 19: Chapter Three • Operation
MVX 44 / 48 / 84 / 88 VGA Matrix Switchers Chapter Three Operation Front Panel Controls and Indicators Operations Optimizing the Audio Troubleshooting Worksheets... -
Page 20: Front Panel Controls And Indicators
Operation Front Panel Controls and Indicators The number of input and output buttons and LEDs that each MVX Series VGA matrix switcher provides varies with the number of inputs and outputs. Figure 3-1 shows the front panel of an 8-input, 8-output video and audio switcher. Other switcher models have fewer input and/or output buttons to accommodate the different matrix sizes that they provide. -
Page 21: Infrared Sensor And Power/Audio/Data Led
Infrared sensor and Power/audio/data LED Infrared remote sensor — This sensor receives infrared (IR) signals from the optional IR 501 small matrix universal remote control. The IR remote control must be pointed within 30 degrees of this sensor for best results. Operation of the IR 501 remote control is described in the IR 501 Small Matrix IR Remote Control User’s Guide. -
Page 22: Control Buttons And Leds
Operation, cont’d Control buttons and LEDs Enter button — The Enter button saves changes when you set up a new configuration. To create a simple configuration: • Specify video, audio, or both (see controls [ • Press the desired input button ( •... - Page 23 Audio Setup LED — The Audio Setup LED lights red to indicate that the switcher is in Audio Setup mode. See “Adjusting input audio gain and attenuation” on page 3-18. Alternate IR error function — The Audio Setup LED also indicates errors when you use an IR 501 small matrix remote control.
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Page 24: Operations
Operation, cont’d Operations The following paragraphs detail the power-up process and then provide sample procedures for creating ties, sets of ties, and configurations; changing a configuration; viewing ties, sets of ties, and configurations; saving a preset; recalling a preset; viewing and adjusting the audio level; and selecting the front panel security lockout. -
Page 25: Example 1: Create A Set Of Video And Audio Ties
• If, when you are configuring video and audio ties, the Audio LED blinks and the Video LED is on after you have selected an input or output, the LEDs indicate audio breakaway, meaning that the audio ties are not the same as the video ties for that input. - Page 26 Operation, cont’d Press and release the Output 3, Output 4, and Output 8 buttons (figure 3-5). N The entire set of ties can be canceled at this point by waiting for the 5-second input/output button timeout to occur. The LEDs blink to indicate that the selected input will be tied to these outputs. = Blinking LED Figure 3-5 —...
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Page 27: Example 2: Add A Video Tie To A Set Of Video And Audio Ties
Example 2: Add a video tie to a set of video and audio ties In the following example, a new video tie is added to the current configuration. The example shows the front panel indications that result from your actions. N This example assumes that you have performed example 1. -
Page 28: Example 3: Remove A Tie From A Set Of Ties
Operation, cont’d The current configuration (figure 3-12) is now: • Input 5 video tied to output 1, output 3, output 4, and output 8 to outputs 1, 3, 4, and 8. Figure 3-12 — Example 2 configuration Example 3: Remove a tie from a set of ties In the following example, an existing tie is removed from the current configuration. - Page 29 Press and release the Output 4 button (figure 3-15). Press and release the Output 4 button. OUTPUTS The Output 4 LED goes out to indicate that the selected input will be untied from this output. Figure 3-15 — Deselect the output Press and release the Enter button (figure 3-16).
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Page 30: Viewing The Configuration
Operation, cont’d Viewing the configuration The current configuration (all active ties) can be viewed using the front panel buttons as follows: Select video, audio, or both to view by pressing the I/O button. Press and release an input or output button. Press and release an input button —... - Page 31 Press and release the Input 5 button (figure 3-19). The Output 1, Output 3, Output 4, and Output 8 LEDs light to indicate the video ties created in examples 1, 2, and 3. The audio LED blinks to indicate that for at least one tie audio is routed from a different source or not tied at all (audio breakaway).
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Page 32: Example 5: View Ties By Selecting Outputs
Operation, cont’d Example 5: View ties by selecting outputs In the following example, the video and audio, audio-only, and video-only ties in the current configuration are viewed by selecting various outputs. The example shows the front panel indications that result from your actions. N This example assumes that you have performed example 1, example 2, and example 3. - Page 33 Press and release the I/O button (figure 3-24). Press the button to deselect audio. The video LED lights when video is selected. The audio LED is off when audio is deselected. Figure 3-24 — Deselect audio to view video ties only Press and release the I/O button (figure 3-25).
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Page 34: Using Presets
The current configuration (configuration 0) can be saved as a preset in any one of 16 preset memory addresses. Each switch has as many presets available from the front panel as it has input and output buttons. For example, the MVX 44 has 8 presets (4 input buttons and 4 output buttons) available from the front panel and the MVX 88 has 16 (8 input buttons and 8 output buttons). -
Page 35: Example 7: Recall A Preset
Press and release the Input 1 button (figure 3-27). All LEDs except Input 1 and the Preset LED go out. The Input 1 LED and Preset LED remain lit for 1 second to indicate the saved preset number and then go out. Press and release the Input 1 button to select preset 1. -
Page 36: Adjusting Input Audio Gain And Attenuation
Operation, cont’d Press and release the Input 1 button (figure 3-29). All LEDs except Input 1 and the Preset LED go out. The Input 1 LED and Preset LED remain lit for 1 second to indicate the recalled preset number and then go out. - Page 37 In Audio Setup mode, whichever input is selected for adjustment is automatically tied to output 1. You can connect a VU meter or an audio system to output 1 to measure or monitor the audio while you perform adjustments. There are two ways to measure the audio level during audio setup: •...
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Page 38: Example 8: Adjust The Input Audio Gain
Operation, cont’d Press and release the Audio Setup button to save the level value in memory and to exit Audio Setup mode. The Audio Setup LED turns off. N • • • Example 8: Adjust the input audio gain The following steps show an example in which an input audio level is viewed and adjusted. - Page 39 If one or more output LEDs are lit AND the +dB LED is lit, press and release the LED goes out. Count the button presses. In example 8, assume a value of +8 dB. It will take three presses of the to go out.
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Page 40: Example 9: Resetting Audio Gain - Single Input
Operation, cont’d N If another input button is pressed and released, the gain value for the current input is saved and the gain value for the newly selected input is displayed. Press and release the Audio Setup button (figure 3-34). All audio changes are saved. -
Page 41: Example 10: Resetting Audio Gain - All Inputs
Press and release the Simultaneously press and release the button and button. AUDIO SETUP Figure 3-37 — Reset the selected input level If desired, reset other inputs’ audio levels by repeating steps 2 and 3. N After approximately 30 seconds of front panel inactivity, the switcher saves the most recent input gain or attenuation levels and exits Audio Setup mode. -
Page 42: Front Panel Security Lockout (Executive Mode)
Operation, cont’d Front panel security lockout (Executive mode) The MVX Series switchers have a front panel security lockout feature (Executive mode) that limits the operation of the switcher from the front panel and optional IR remote control. When the switcher is locked, the Enter button, I/O button (video, audio, or video and audio selection), and all of the front panel audio gain and attenuation functions are disabled. -
Page 43: Resetting The System To Factory Defaults
Resetting the system to factory defaults To reset a switcher to the factory default settings, press and hold the I/O button on the front panel while applying AC power (figure 3-42). Continue to hold the I/O button until all LEDs light and then release the I/O button. The power up sequence completes (all LEDs turn off then turn on and off from left to right, the Video and Audio LEDs turn on, and all other LED remain off). -
Page 44: Optimizing The Audio
Operation, cont’d Optimizing the Audio Each individual input audio gain can be adjusted within a range of -18 dB to +10 dB to eliminate noticeable volume differences between sources and to achieve the best headroom and signal-to-noise ratio. Adjust the audio level as follows: Connect audio sources to all desired inputs and connect the audio outputs to output devices such as audio players. -
Page 45: Worksheets
Worksheets Rather than trying to remember the configuration for each preset, use worksheets to record this information. Make copies of the blank worksheet on page 3-31 and use one for each preset configuration. Cross out all unused or inactive inputs and outputs. -
Page 46: Worksheet Example 2: Daily Configuration
Operation, cont’d Worksheet example 2: Daily configuration Figure 3-44 continues from worksheet example 1 by showing the video and audio ties that make up the configuration of preset 1. A solid ink line shows video ties and a dashed pencil line shows the audio ties. In this example: •... -
Page 47: Worksheet Example 3: Test Configuration
Worksheet example 3: Test configuration The A/V system in our fictional organization needs to be fine tuned on a regular basis. Figure 3-45 shows a typical test configuration, with an Extron video test generator (input 8) generating a test pattern to all monitors (outputs 1, 2, 3, 4, and 8). - Page 48 Operation, cont’d 3-30 MVX 44 / 48 / 84 / 88 VGA Matrix Switchers • Operation...
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- Page 50 Operation, cont’d 3-32 MVX 44 / 48 / 84 / 88 VGA Matrix Switchers • Operation...
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Page 51: Simple Instruction Set Control
MVX 44 / 48 / 84 / 88 VGA Matrix Switchers Chapter Four Remote Operation Simple Instruction Set Control Matrix Switchers Control Program... -
Page 52: Host-To-Switcher Instructions
Remote Operation The MVX VGA Series switchers can be remotely controlled via the switcher’s rear panel RS-232 connector (figure 4-1) or using an optional infrared Small Matrix Universal Remote Control (figure 4-2). Female Figure 4-1 — Remote connector pinout Extron IR 501 Remote, Part # 70-336-01 Figure 4-2 —... -
Page 53: Switcher-Initiated Messages
Switcher-initiated messages When a local event such as a front panel operation or an IR 501 command string occurs, the switcher responds by sending a message to the host. The switcher- initiated messages are listed below (underlined). The switcher does not expect a response from the host, but, for example, the host program might request a new status. -
Page 54: Switcher Error Responses
Remote Operation, cont’d Switcher error responses When the switcher receives an SIS command and determines that it is valid, it performs the command and sends a response to the host device. If the switcher is unable to perform the command because the command is invalid or contains invalid parameters, the switcher returns an error response to the host. -
Page 55: Command/Response Table For Sis Commands
Command/response table for SIS commands Command ASCII command (host to switcher) Create ties • Commands can be entered back-to-back in a string, with no spaces. For example: 1*1!02*02&003*003%4*4$. • The quick multiple tie and tie input to all output commands activate all I/O switches simultaneously. •... - Page 56 Remote Operation, cont’d Command/response table for SIS commands (continued) Command ASCII command (host to switcher) RGB mute commands RGB mute RGB unmute Read RGB mute Global RGB mute Global RGB unmute N An IR 501 user can mute video and/or audio with a string of IR commands that cannot be duplicated by a computer or control system sending SIS commands.
- Page 57 Command/response table for SIS commands (continued) Command ASCII command (host to switcher) Audio mute commands Audio mute Audio unmute Read audio mute Global audio mute Global audio unmute N An IR 501 user can mute audio and/or video with a string of IR commands that cannot be duplicated by a computer or control system sending SIS commands.
- Page 58 Remote Operation, cont’d Command/response table for SIS commands (continued) Command ASCII command (host to switcher) Save, recall, and directly write global presets X( , Save current configuration as a global preset Example: X( . Recall a global preset Example: Directly write a global preset Example: *16P08*5!07*04%3*6$3*8&...
- Page 59 Command/response table for SIS commands (continued) Command ASCII command (host to switcher) View ties, gains, mutes, and presets Read RGB (video) output & — or — Read RGB (video) output Read audio output tie View input gain Example: View output mutes Example ( MVX 84 VGA): View global preset...
- Page 60 Remote Operation, cont’d Command/response table for SIS commands (continued) Command ASCII command (host to switcher) RGB delay Set RGB delay Example: 5*7D Read RGB delay Example: Front panel lockout (Executive mode) Lock front panel Unlock front panel View lock status Resets Reset global presets Reset one global preset...
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Page 61: Loading Firmware Using An Sis Command
Loading firmware using an SIS command N Firmware can be uploaded two ways: 1. Using the Matrix Switchers Control Program. 2. Using the such as HyperTerminal. Extron recommends that you upload firmware using the Matrix Switchers Control Program (see “Updating the firmware” on page 4-16) and reserve this SIS procedure for correcting firmware that has been corrupted and unable to respond to the Matrix Switchers Control Program. - Page 62 Remote Operation, cont’d Navigate to the folder where you saved the firmware upgrade file. Select the file (figure 4-4). N Ensure that the firmware upgrade is for the MVX Series AV switcher. Valid firmware files must have the file extension “.s19”. Any other file extension is not a firmware upgrade for your switcher.
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Page 63: Matrix Switchers Control Program
Matrix Switchers Control Program The Windows -based Extron Matrix Switchers Control Program, which ® communicates with the switcher via the rear panel Remote RS-232 port provides an easy way to set up ties and sets of ties. The program is compatible with Windows 2000 and Windows XP. -
Page 64: Using The Software
Remote Operation, cont’d Follow the on-screen instructions. By default, the Windows installation of the Matrix Switchers Control Program creates a C:\Program Files\Extron\ Matrix_Switcher directory, and it places three icons into a group folder named “Extron Electronics\Matrix Switchers.” The three installed icons are: •... - Page 65 Figure 4-9 — Extron Matrix Switchers Control Program window (blank) Figure 4-10 — Sample program window (complete) To set up audio to follow video (audio and video have the same tie configuration), select the Follow checkbox at the bottom of the window. To set up audio to breakaway (audio and video have different tie configurations), deselect the Follow checkbox.
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Page 66: Updating The Firmware
Remote Operation, cont’d To create a tie, drag an input box to one or more output boxes. If the Take button is not grayed out, click the Take button. To remove a single tie, drag the output box to its tied input box or to the trash can. -
Page 67: Firmware Update
Navigate to the folder where you saved the firmware upgrade file. Select the file. N Ensure that the firmware upgrade is for the MVX Series VGA matrix switcher. N Valid firmware files must have the file extension “.S19”. Any other file extension is not a firmware upgrade. -
Page 68: Windows Buttons, Drop Boxes, And Trash
Remote Operation, cont’d Windows buttons, drop boxes, and trash The buttons on the right side of the window perform the following functions: Power — Unavailable for MVX switcher, because the switcher power cannot be controlled via software. Executive mode (front panel security lockout) — Allows you to lock out front panel operations, except for the view-only mode functions. -
Page 69: Tools Menu
Tools menu Assign device icons — Displays the complete set of input and output device icons. You can drag any of these icons to the input and output boxes. Edit device palette — Allows you to add your own device icon graphics. -
Page 70: Preferences Menu
Remote Operation, cont’d Mute-output settings — Displays the RGB Delay/Mute/Output-Volume Adjust window (figure 4-13), which allows you to mute and unmute the video and audio output for a single output or for all outputs. This window also displays the RGB delay and output volume level settings and allows you to change them. - Page 71 Ties as crosspoints — Displays ties as a grid of inputs and outputs (figure 4-16). Current ties are indicated as orange (video and audio), green (video only), or red (audio only) boxes. New ties that will take effect when you click the Take button are indicated by +.
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Page 72: Master-Reset Selection
Remote Operation, cont’d Master-Reset selection Master-Reset clears all ties and presets, clears all video and audio mutes, sets all input audio gain to unity gain (+0 dB), and sets all output levels to the factory default (professional level, +4 dBu). Using Emulation mode Emulation mode allows you to set up the software without attaching the switcher to the computer. -
Page 73: Using The Help System
Using the help system For information about program features, you can access the help program in any of the following ways: • From the Extron Electronics program folder or group, double- click on the Matrix Switcher Help icon (shown at right). •... - Page 74 Remote Operation, cont’d 4-24 MVX 44 / 48 / 84 / 88 VGA Matrix Switchers • Remote Operation...
- Page 75 MVX 44 / 48 / 84 / 88 VGA Matrix Switchers A ppendix A Specifications and Part Numbers Specifications Part Numbers and Accessories...
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Page 76: Appendix A • Specifications And Part Numbers
Specifications and Part Numbers Specifications Video Routing MVX 44 VGA A ... 4 x 4 matrix MVX 48 VGA A ... 4 x 8 matrix MVX 84 VGA A ... 8 x 4 matrix MVX 88 VGA A ... 8 x 8 matrix Gain ... -
Page 77: Audio Input
Sync Input type ... RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB, RsGsBs Output type ... RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB, RsGsBs (follows input) Standards ... Computer scan rates and also NTSC 3.58, NTSC 4.43, PAL, SECAM Input level ... 0.5 V to 5.0 Vp-p Output level ... AGC to TTL: 4.0 V to 5.0 Vp-p, unterminated Input impedance ... -
Page 78: Audio Output
Specifications and Part Numbers, cont’d Audio output Output gain ... 0 dB unbalanced (consumer) or +12 dB balanced (pro), selectable; default = +12 dB, balanced, when output level is set to “Pro” Number/signal type MVX 44/84 VGA A ... 4 stereo, balanced/unbalanced MVX 48/88 VGA A ... -
Page 79: Part Numbers And Accessories
Part Numbers and Accessories MVX matrix switcher part numbers These items are included in each order for a MVX matrix switcher: Matrix switcher part numbers MVX 44 VGA A video and audio switcher MVX 48 VGA A video and audio switcher MVX 84 VGA A video and audio switcher MVX 88 VGA A video and audio switcher Included parts... -
Page 80: Accessories
Specifications and Part Numbers, cont’d Accessories These items can be ordered separately: Adapters, power supplies, labels IR 501 small matrix universal remote control MBU 149 under-desk mounting kit 3.5 mm mini stereo plug to (2) RCA female adapter Captive screw to (2) RCA female connector VGA male to 5 BNC female adapter, 0.5' (0.15m) VGA male to 5 BNC female adapter, 1.0' (0.35 m) MKP 1000 remote keypad... -
Page 81: Cable Assemblies
Cable assemblies Male-to-male VGA cable with audio VGA-A M-M MD, molded, 3' to 50' (0.9 m to 15.24 m) VGA-A M-M BK, backshell, 3' to 50' (0.9 m to 15.24 m) VGA-A 90M-M MD, 90°, molded, 3' to 12' (0.9 m to 3.6 m) VGA-A 90M-M BK, 90°, backshell, 3' to 12' (0.9 m to 3.6 m) VGA-A 90UM-M MD, 90°... - Page 82 Specifications and Part Numbers, cont’d MVX 44 / 48 / 84 / 88 VGA Matrix Switchers • Specifications and Part Numbers...
- Page 83 Extron Electronics warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three years from the date of purchase. In the event of malfunction during the warranty period attributable directly to faulty workmanship and/or materials, Extron Electronics will, at its option, repair or replace said products or components, to whatever extent it shall deem necessary to restore said product to proper operating condition, provided that it is returned within the warranty period, with proof of purchase and description of malfunction to:...
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