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Matrox
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Maevex
Series
Maevex Encoder • Maevex Decoder
User Guide
20176-301-0000
2012.12.20

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  • Page 1 ENGLISH Matrox ® Maevex ™ Series Maevex Encoder • Maevex Decoder User Guide 20176-301-0000 2012.12.20...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Seting up your local playlist ........................14 Description of LEDs ....................15 Network connector ..........................15 Encoder/Decoder ...........................15 Installing Matrox PowerStream ................16 Before you begin ............................16 Obtaining Matrox PowerStream ................... 16 Selecting the proper software ....................16 Installing your software .........................16 Matrox Maevex Series – User Guide...
  • Page 3 Digital flat panel and source compatibility ..................25 Customer support ....................26 Matrox Web ............................26 Technical support ..........................26 Information we need ......................26 Firmware package ..........................26 View your warranty information ......................27 Register your Matrox product .......................27 Index ........................28 Matrox Maevex Series – User Guide...
  • Page 4: About This User Guide

    If you’re viewing online, click green text to jump to what’s being referenced. More information Be sure to check for any last-minute release notes included with your product. Also, check the Matrox Web site (www.matrox.com/graphics) for the latest Matrox software, technical support, and product information.
  • Page 5: Overview

    1 analog audio cable. Maevex Decoder – Decoder unit, 1 power supply * The hardware supplied with your Matrox product may vary depending on the SKU or part number of your product. For more information, contact your Matrox representative.
  • Page 6: Hardware Required (Sold Separately)

    Hardware required (sold separately) Network cable HDMI cable Matrox Maevex Series – User Guide...
  • Page 7: Using Maevex Encoder And Decoder Units In Extension Mode

    (one-to-many) streaming over an IP network. This is referred to as extension mode. Through Matrox PowerStream, you can manage your entire Maevex network from a single system. In extension mode, a Matrox Maevex environment is made up of four (4) elements connected to a network:...
  • Page 8: Before You Begin

    This section describes the connectors that may be used on your Maevex Encoder and Decoder unit in extension mode. Maevex Encoder – Back 5V DC LAN1 HDMI Out RS-232 HDMI In Line In power (monitor) (monitor) (system) (system) Line Out Matrox Maevex Series – User Guide...
  • Page 9: Maevex Decoder - Front

    Maevex Decoder – Front RS-232 (monitor) Maevex Decoder – Back 5V DC Line Out power HDMI Out (monitor) LAN1/LAN2 Matrox Maevex Series – User Guide...
  • Page 10: Connector Descriptions

    Encoder unit – You need to connect an RS-232 serial cable from your controller system to this connector. Decoder unit – You need to connect an RS-232 serial cable from your decoder to your monitor. 10 Matrox Maevex Series – User Guide...
  • Page 11 Your Maevex units are now connected. Install your Matrox software (see “Installing Matrox PowerStream”, page 16).
  • Page 12: Using A Maevex Decoder Unit In Player Mode

    A Matrox Maevex decoder unit can play back video files stored on a SD card inserted in the slot of the unit. This is referred to as player mode. A decoder may work in player mode in a network with encoders and decoders in extension mode.
  • Page 13: Maevex Decoder - Back

    Insert an SD card with your video content in this slot. The card must be inserted before your unit is powered on. For more information on SD cards, see “Seting up your local playlist”, page Currently unsupported. Matrox Maevex Series – User Guide 13...
  • Page 14: Seting Up Your Local Playlist

    When playing audio only, the HDMI display is black. After your playlist is set up, insert your SD card and power on your decoder unit. The decoder unit starts decoding your media files automatically. 14 Matrox Maevex Series – User Guide...
  • Page 15: Description Of Leds

    Description of LEDs Network connector The network connectors on your Matrox Encoder and Decoder unit use indicator lights (LEDs) to provide information on the network activity Network Network and presence. The following describes the different network connector presence activity LEDs:...
  • Page 16: Installing Matrox Powerstream

    Matrox makes the latest PowerStream software available on the Matrox Technical Support Web site (www.matrox.com/graphics/en/support). Selecting the proper software Matrox makes available two versions of the software (32- and 64-bit). The program you install depends on the operating system you’re using in your system. Installing your software To install the software for your Maevex product, run the MSI (Microsoft Installer) file for your software package.
  • Page 17: Matrox Powerstream

    Matrox PowerStream Matrox PowerStream software enables you to remotely control, manage, and update your Maevex units from a controller system in your Maevex environment. Note: A DHCP server is required to assign an initial IP address to your units. Key features...
  • Page 18: Accessing Matrox Powerstream

    Graphics Matrox PowerStream this part of the step may not be necessary.) For more information on Matrox PowerStream software, see the rest of this guide. The main interface PowerStream main interface is divided into four (4) panels: Events – Supported in a future release.
  • Page 19: Encoder Settings

    , select the range of QP (Quantisation Parameter) used to Use Rate Control compress the various frames in your GOP. The range of QP is from 0 to 51. We recommend using increasing values from I to B frames. Matrox Maevex Series – User Guide 19...
  • Page 20: Decoder Settings

    The settings common to both an encoder and a decoder are: Local output – For an encoder, select the for your video output. Possible choices are Signal type HDMI , or HDMI + VGA 20 Matrox Maevex Series – User Guide...
  • Page 21 HDMI channel, the analog channel is disabled. Network – Select how to assign an IP address to your unit. By default, the IP address is assigned through DHCP. You can also assign the IP address of your unit manually. Matrox Maevex Series – User Guide 21...
  • Page 22: Product Information

    Mpeg4 Part10 / AVC (H.264) Local audio codecs supported MP3, AAC LC Local A/V file format supported MP4 (.mp4, .m4v), MP3 (.mp3) Dimensions 12.83 cm × 2.59 cm × 10.90 cm / 5.05" × 1.02" × 4.29" 22 Matrox Maevex Series – User Guide...
  • Page 23: Environmental

    Input AC voltage range 100 to 240 V AC Input frequency 50-60 Hz Input connector IEC 60320-C8 Output voltage +5 V DC Output connector DIN 4 male (4-pin) with lock Maximum power consumption 15 W Matrox Maevex Series – User Guide 23...
  • Page 24: Audio

    16:9 60 Hz LAN support 10/100/1000Base-T Ethernet support. Streaming protocol support: RTSP (RTP, RTCP, and UDP) unicast and multicast. Required command and control network protocols: TCP/IP, UPnP, and HTTPS. Firmware update through LAN. 24 Matrox Maevex Series – User Guide...
  • Page 25: Notes

    PowerStream settings. For information on the capabilities of your monitor, see your monitor documentation. To prevent overheating and potential damage to your Matrox product, please make sure the units aren’t stacked one on top of another directly. A sufficient airspace should be left unobstructed around each unit to allow heat from the unit casing to escape through natural convection.
  • Page 26: Customer Support

    Matrox values your business and offers professional support for your Matrox product. If your product was purchased through a Matrox dealer, contact your dealer for product support. This is the quickest and most effective method of technical assistance. Your dealer is familiar with your complete system.
  • Page 27: View Your Warranty Information

    View your warranty information Matrox makes warranty information available on the Matrox site (www.matrox.com/graphics/en/about/warranty). Register your Matrox product Please register online (www.matrox.com/graphics/en/registration) to be eligible for customer support, new product announcements, and information on special offers and upcoming events. Matrox Maevex Series – User Guide 27...
  • Page 28: Index

    Index Connector Notes Specifications Environmental – Customer support Power supply Power supply Specifications Decoder Technical support PowerStream – Product information Specifications Encoder User Guide Environmental About Specifications Registration Warranty Firmware package Web, Matrox 28 Matrox Maevex Series – User Guide...
  • Page 29 Compliance FCC Compliance Statement Remark for the Matrox hardware products supported by this guide This device has not been approved by the Federal Communications Commision. This device is not, and may not be, offered for sale or lease, or sold or leased until approval of the FCC has been obtained.
  • Page 30 Copyright © 2012 Matrox Graphics Inc. • (English) All rights reserved. • (Français) Tous droits réservés. • (Deutsch) Alle Rechte vorbehalten. • (Italiano) Tutti i diritti riservati. • (Español) Reservados todos los derechos. Trademarks • Marques déposées • Warenzeichen • Marchi registrati •...
  • Page 31 However, no responsibility is assumed by Matrox Graphics Inc. for its use, for its reproduction and/or distribution, in whole or in part;...
  • Page 32 Matrox Graphics Inc. 1055 Saint Regis Boulevard Web site: www.matrox.com/graphics Dorval, Quebec, Canada H9P 2T4 Technical support: North America: 1-800-361-1408 www.matrox.com/graphics/support International: (514) 822-6000 To locate the sales office nearest you, visit Email: graphics@matrox.com www.matrox.com/graphics/contact...

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