AMX Optima Instruction Manual page 16

Overview and General Specifications
Optima Features (continued)
Optima HDMI Features (for systems with 8x8 HDMI boards)
Optima Control Features
Optima systems support three different protocols: BCS* (Basic Control Structure), XNNet, and TCP/IP.
Several different control options are available. Multiple control methods can be used on the same system.
* BCS is sent as ASCII characters through the Control (RS-232) port. For information on BCS commands,
see the Instruction Manual – BCS Basic Control Structure Protocol on the AMX AutoPatch CD or at
www.amx.com.
Note: Features and specifications described in this document are subject to change without notice.
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Local presets allow quick recall of a pre-programmed set of switches with a single command;
multiple presets can exist within a system at the same time
Ships with free AMX AutoPatch matrix switcher configuration software, XNConnect
Standard RS-232 (Control) port
Board upgrade potential
Optional expansion boards with a TCP/IP port (3 RU only) or an XNNet port (2 RU only)
Volume control (standard audio) on each output
Audio connections support balanced and unbalanced audio
Rack mounting ears included
Backed by AMX 3 year warranty (see warranty at www.amx.com or on the AMX AutoPatch CD)
True 8x8 HDMI matrix switching, allowing any input to be switched to any or all outputs
HDMI 1.3a compatible
HDCP 1.3 compatible
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AMX HDCP InstaGate technology significantly reduces the HDCP latency and interruptions
of protected content on all displays in the system
Supports computer video up to 1900x1200
Supports HDTV up to 1080p
Pre-loaded with the most common EDID settings to ensure proper functionality with source
devices
Features our EDID Programmer allowing specific display EDID settings to be custom loaded
on each input
Front mounted or remote control panel options (with front panel security lockout)
AMX Control Devices – for control programming information, see the Instruction Manual for
the specific interface
APControl 3.0.1 software – free with all systems to provide easy single-user PC control of the
matrix switcher
APWeb – optional TCP/IP control via an APWeb expansion board (3 RU enclosure only) or
external APWeb module (for 2 RU or 3 RU enclosures)
Supports AMX AutoPatch's simple BCS serial control protocol
Remote link port – for direct connection with remote control panels and SBC control pads
Supports third-party controllers
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