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INSTALLATION AND OPERATOR'S MANUAL
12x Series
MatrixPRO
– Wideband A/V Switcher
Manual #26-0301000-00 / Revision C

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  • Page 1 INSTALLATION AND OPERATOR’S MANUAL 12x Series MatrixPRO – Wideband A/V Switcher Manual #26-0301000-00 / Revision C...
  • Page 3 ECO # REV # DATE 10/03 1132 03/04 1245 06/04 1277 RECORD OF CHANGES DESCRIPTION Released Update GUI picture & operation Update GUI picture & operation Approved By L. Gilstrom L. Gilstrom L. Gilstrom Manual # 26-0301000-00...
  • Page 5 Operators Safety Summary The general safety information in this summary is for operating personnel. Do Not Remove Covers or Panels There are no user-serviceable parts within the unit. Removal of the top cover will expose dangerous voltages. To avoid personal injury, do not remove the top cover.
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Power Cord/Line Voltage Selection_____________________________________________ Video Input Connections_____________________________________________________ Video Output Connections____________________________________________________ Chapter 3 – Operation_____________________________________________________________ Power-Up Initialization for MatrixPRO___________________________________________ MatrixPRO 12 x 4 and 12 x 8 Front Operation_____________________________________ A/V Key__________________________________________________________________ Control of Audio and Video Switching___________________________________________ Output Groups_____________________________________________________________ Grouping and Ungrouping Input/Output Groups___________________________________...
  • Page 8 MatrixPRO 12 x Technical Specifications________________________________________ MatrixPRO 12x - 12 Input Matrix Switcher Manual # 26-0301000-00 / Revision C...
  • Page 9: Chapter 1 - Introduction

    CHAPTER ONE Introduction What you will find in this chapter… About the MatrixPRO Features Technical Description Manual # 26-0301000-00 / Revision C MatrixPRO 12x - 12 Input Matrix Switcher...
  • Page 10 (640x480 to 2048x1536). Audio routing is an option. MatrixPRO is an ideal switcher to provide professional-quality video signal routing. The operator can save up to 12 "looks" from the front panel and 16 from the MP Control GUI. Typical applications include live staging events, corporate boardroom presentations, and educational and training events.
  • Page 11: Technical Description

    Technical Description MatrixPRO 12x is an RGBHV matrix switcher with 375MHz video bandwidth. It's available with 12 inputs and either 4 or 8 outputs. Output gain is unity into 75 ohm loads. All video signals are carried on BNC's for the highest signal quality.
  • Page 13: Chapter 2 - Installation

    CHAPTER TWO INSTALLATION What you will find in this chapter… Rear Panel Connectors Rack-Mount Installation Power Cord/Line Voltage Selection Video Input & Output Connections Manual # 26-0301000-00 / Revision C MatrixPRO 12x - 12 Input Matrix Switcher...
  • Page 14 Vertical Sync Reference input and output BNC connectors MatrixPRO 12x - 12 Input Matrix Switcher INPUT SERIAL NO. XXX MFG DATE MM/YY V REF RS-485 LOOP Figure 2-1: MatrixPRO 12 x 8 Rear Panel OUTPUT R/CR B/CB T250V 2A FUSE LR91261 CAUTION:...
  • Page 15 The MatrixPRO 12x Matrix Switcher performs line Voltage Selection automatically. No user controls are required for line voltage selection. When the MatrixPRO 12x is used in the 230-volt mode, a UL listed line cord rated for 250 volts WARNING at 15 amps must be used. This cord will be fitted with a tandem prong-type plug.
  • Page 16: Video Input Connections

    Four or eight independently buffered outputs are provided. Outputs provide RGBHV video signals. Connect the outputs labeled R, G, B, H, and V on the rear panel of the MatrixPRO unit to the correspondingly labeled connectors on the output device.
  • Page 17: Chapter 3 - Operation

    CHAPTER THREE Operation What you will find in this chapter… Power-up Initialization Console Installation Front Panel Operation GUI Configuration Remote Ethernet Operation Manual # 26-0301000-00 / Revision C MatrixPRO 12x - 12 Input Matrix Switcher...
  • Page 18: Power-Up Initialization For Matrixpro

    Power-Up Initialization for MatrixPRO First, locate the Power Switch on the back of the MatrixPRO frame and turn the power ON. The LED will light and the last saved setup will be recalled. MatrixPro12x4 and 12x8 Front Operation...
  • Page 19: Grouping And Ungrouping Input/Output Groups

    3) Muting takes place in real time as the Mute buttons are pressed. Status There are two ways to view the status of the MatrixPRO. For both operations, ensure the MatrixPRO is in the desired A/V mode. To manually see which Input is associated with an Output, press and release the Output key. The current Input assigned to the Output will be illuminated.
  • Page 20: Adjusting Input Audio Levels

    The Audio level is controlled by the Up and Down buttons. To change the volume level, select an Output that is routed to the desired Input to be changed. Press the Up or Down button to change the level. If the MatrixPro is in Video only mode, Audio volume levels cannot be adjusted.
  • Page 21 The default install directory is C:\Folsom Research\MatrixPRO\MPControl. Click the ‘Browse’ button to select a different directory, if desired. Click the ‘Next’ button to continue. The following dialog box will appear The setup application is now ready to install the MP Control application. Click the ‘Next’ button to begin file transfer.
  • Page 22 A shortcut to the MP Control application has been placed in the Windows desktop. The MP Control application can also be reached from the Start Menu (Start -> Programs-> Folsom Research -> MPControl.) MatrixPRO 12x - 12 Input Matrix Switcher Manual # 26-0301000-00 / Revision C...
  • Page 23: Equipment Setup

    MatrixPRO can still be controlled via RS-232, RS-485 or the Front Panel while being controlled over Ethernet. Press 'Update Status' as necessary to find the current status of the MatrixPRO if the unit is control by other sources. Also note, if an operation such as a routing is not completed by using a Take command via the Front Panel or by serial command, the GUI can fall into an unknown state and operation may become unreliable.
  • Page 24: Gui Operation

    To save a Preset, press Save then select one of the 16 memory buttons. To Recall a Preset, press recall then one of the 16 memory buttons. If the MatrixPRO is operated for the front panel or serially, the configuration of the MatrixPRO can be checked by pressing the Read from MatrixPRO button. To unroute all, press the Clear All Routing button.
  • Page 25 Volume is controlled real time. The volume setting can be controlled by moving the slider for quick changes or by pressing the up and down buttons to set the audio level 1dB at a time. If audio is not install in the MatrixPRO this page is inoperable.
  • Page 26 Grouping Tab Grouping allows multiple inputs and outputs to be segregated together. This allows dividing of the MatrixPRO so that different source types can be linked only to compatible destinations. Output groups can also be formed. Output groups allow multiple Outputs to be controlled together so routing one forces the other in the group to be routed to the same input.
  • Page 27 Interval Switching mode, and Resetting the MatrixPRO. To set the IP address, the MP Control GUI needs to be communicating with the MatrixPRO via RS-232. Once the IP address is set then the GUI can be switched to Ethernet mode and communications conducted via Ethernet LAN communication.
  • Page 28 About Tab This tab tells the Version of the GUI and Main code of the MatrixPRO. It also gives the user a means of communication with the MatrixPRO via command line via RS-232. The page gives information as to which comm port that the GUI is communicating via RS-232.
  • Page 29: Connectivity Diagram

    CHAPTER FOUR Connecting MatrixPRO What you will find in this chapter… Connectivity Diagrams Manual # 26-0301000-00 / Revision C MatrixPRO 12x - 12 Input Matrix Switcher...
  • Page 30 Connectivity Diagram – 16 x 16 MatrixPRO Model Further Questions? At Folsom Research, we take pride in offering unique solutions to demanding technical problems. If you have questions, require further information or would like to discuss your application requirements in more detail, please call (916) 859-2500.
  • Page 31: Chapter 5 - Software Upgrade Instructions

    CHAPTER FIVE Software Upgrade Instructions What you will find in this chapter… Downloading Necessary Files Preparing to Upgrade MatrixPRO 12x Manual # 26-0301000-00 / Revision C MatrixPRO 12x - 12 Input Matrix Switcher...
  • Page 32: Downloading Necessary Files

    Make sure the other end of the cable is attached to the available COM port on the back of the computer performing the upgrade. Turn the MatrixPRO ON or do a power cycle if it was previously powered on and wait for it to boot. Starting the MatrixPRO Flash File Loader Utility After the files have been installed the MatrixPRO Flash File Loader can be selected to run.
  • Page 33: Verifying Communications

    After several minutes, the loader utility will inform the user that the process is complete. Once this is done, you must power down the MatrixPRO unit and turn it back on for the software to take effect. You can also close the loader utility at this time.
  • Page 35: Chapter 6 - External Remote Control Protocol

    Chapter SIX External Remote Control Protocol What you will find in this chapter… Serial Parameters Console Port (DB-25) Pin-out Protocol Specification Serial Remote Commands Manual # 26-0301000-00 / Revision C MatrixPRO 12x - 12 Input Matrix Switcher...
  • Page 36 RS-232/485 Remote Control Connections The RS-232 or RS-485 serial port can be connected to a computer to support remote control of the MatrixPRO unit. The Electronics Industry Association (EIA) has produced standards for RS232 and RS485 that deal with data communications.
  • Page 37 Any incomplete or unknown commands will be ignored. The maximum number of commands that can be stacked per unit is 16. Each unit will only stack those commands assigned to it, even though all units receive the same command string. Manual # 26-0301000-00 / Revision C MatrixPRO 12x - 12 Input Matrix Switcher...
  • Page 38 To minimize bus traffic the command words will be kept as short as possible. The units will not respond with prompts or any command error conditions. Echo will be disabled when RS-485 mode is selected. MatrixPRO 12x - 12 Input Matrix Switcher Manual # 26-0301000-00 / Revision C...
  • Page 39 Recall preset from a Preset location. RNOV Recall Flash settings RESETMP op Reset the MatrixPRO and recall saved Flash values op [R|F] Reset | Factory Reset RTEMP out in audio Route inputs to outputs. If output is in group, group is routed too. SBAUD Sets Baud Rate.
  • Page 40 Returns the current field delay setting in the format: =dly Example: FDLY 100 (Set RGB sync field delay to be 100ms.) Command: FPLOCK en MatrixPRO 12x - 12 Input Matrix Switcher level of 252.) Manual # 26-0301000-00 / Revision C...
  • Page 41 I0 - Fourth set of IP numbers for Ipv4 (I3.I2.I1.I0); [0-255] Query: IPCONFIG? Returns the current IP address the MatrixPRO is set to in the format: =I3.I2.I1.I0 Example: IPCONFIG 192 168 0 141 (Set MatrixPRO IP address to 192.168.0.141) Command:...
  • Page 42 Video Input number to route video; [1-12] / 101 if no input to add / 0 unroutes input audio - Audio Input number to route audio; [1-12] / 101 if no audio to add / 0 unroutes input MatrixPRO 12x - 12 Input Matrix Switcher Manual # 26-0301000-00 / Revision C...
  • Page 43 Serial Mode. Selects between RS-232 or RS-485 serial modes. If select RS-485 mode, also need to specify RS-485 ID. Parameters: mode - Mode; [0|1], RS-232|RS-485 485id - RS-485 ID for the MatrixPRO. This field is ignored if switching to RS-232 mode Query: SMODE? Returns the current serial mode in the format.
  • Page 44 The number of V Syncs before video is switching occurs; [1-255] Query: VDLY? Returns the current vertical interval delay setting in the format: =dly Example: VDLY 10 (Set vertical interval delay to 10.) MatrixPRO 12x - 12 Input Matrix Switcher Manual # 26-0301000-00 / Revision C...
  • Page 45: Chapter 7 - Folsom Research Information

    Chapter SEVEN Folsom Research Information What you will find in this chapter… Warranty RMA Information Technical Support/General Contact Information Manual # 26-0301000-00 / Revision C MatrixPRO 12x - 12 Input Matrix Switcher...
  • Page 46 The Netherlands T: +31 521 522737 F: +31 521 522775 M: +31 6 20005591 Email: saleseurope@folsom.com Hours of operation are Monday through Friday 0900 to 1800 (GMT +1) MatrixPRO 12x - 12 Input Matrix Switcher Manual # 26-0301000-00 / Revision C...
  • Page 47: Appendix

    APPENDIX Technical Specifications Manual # 26-0301000-00 / Revision C MatrixPRO 12x - 12 Input Matrix Switcher...
  • Page 48 Number/signal type ...12 stereo, balanced/unbalanced Connectors ...….12 3.5 mm captive screw connectors, 5 pole Impedance...10 kohm balanced or unbalanced, DC coupled Maximum level...6V MatrixPRO 12x - 12 Input Matrix Switcher 0-25MHz +/- .1dB, 25-300MHz +1.5dB -.5dB @ 0dBm S-video S-video -76dB to +20dB with 0.03% THD+N...
  • Page 49 Enclosure type ...Metal Environmental Temperature………...……...……….0-40 degrees C Humidity…………….……..…...…….0-95%, non-condensing Agency FCC: Part 15, Subpart B - Class A, EN55022:1998 Class A and EN550024:1998. CE: safety EN 60950:1992. Manual # 26-0301000-00 / Revision C MatrixPRO 12x - 12 Input Matrix Switcher...

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