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Inline HR series Operation Manual

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Operation Manual
Pathfinder HR Series
High Resolution RGB Matrix Switchers

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  • Page 1 Operation Manual Pathfinder HR Series High Resolution RGB Matrix Switchers...
  • Page 2 Installation and Safety Instructions For Models without a Power Switch: The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be accessible. For Models with 110 / 220V Power Selector: Caution: Before applying power to this unit, the voltage selector must be set to the appropriate setting to match local A/C line voltage.
  • Page 3 Installations und Sicherheitshinweise Für Geräte ohne Netzschalter: Die Netzsteckdose soll in de Nähe des Gerätes installiert und frei zugänglich sein. Für Geräte mit 110 / 220V Spannungswähler: Achtung: Bevor Sie dem Gerät Spann ung zuführen, muß der Spannungswähler entsprechend der Spannung des lokalen Wechselspannungsnetzes eingestellt werden.
  • Page 4 CE COMPLIANCE All products exported to Europe by Inline, Inc. after January 1, 1997 have been tested and found to comply with EU Council Directive 89/336/EEC. These devices conform to the following standards: EN50081-1 (1991), EN55022 (1987) EN50082-1 (1992 and 1994), EN60950-92...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Remote Control Only (Disable Front Panel) ..............18 System Information......................18 Serial Control Operations......................19 Using RS-232 Control.......................19 Communication Protocol ....................19 Baud Rate Selection......................19 Command Code Structure....................20 Controlling Multiple Inline Products ................21 Control Port Pin-Outs .......................21 Serial Command List ......................22 Specifications..........................23 Warranty ...........................24...

  • Page 6: Product Overview

    PATHFINDER HR VARIETIES The PATHFINDER HR series includes several different models, all of which are housed in a rack mountable case measuring 3U in height. The front panel is identical on all models while the rear panel layout, switching boards and model designations vary according to the following...

  • Page 7: Product Features

    Recall mode is ideal for use by non-technical users or any other time it would be desirable to provide a simplified, fool-proof mode of switching operation. ©1995-1997 - INLINE, INC. PATHFINDER HR SERIES OPERATION MANUAL - REV 1.3 02/19/00...

  • Page 8: Fixed Vs. Reconfigurable

    FIXED VS. RECONFIGURABLE PATHFINDER HR matrices are manufactured in two basic varieties: Fixed and Reconfigurable. Before installing or operating a PATHFINDER HR series switcher, it is important to understand the differences between fixed and reconfigurable matrices. Fixed matrix models have a factory set number of available inputs and outputs. Some users might also call this type of matrix switcher a “conventional matrix,”...

  • Page 9: Quick Install

    UICK NSTALL The section provides a quick overview to help you get the PATHFINDER HR series switcher up and running in a hurry. Each subject and procedure is covered in greater detail in the remainder of this manual including images of all LCD screen displays.
  • Page 10 --Use the Keypad to enter a two digit number corresponding to the desired number of outputs. 03 ENTER sets the unit for 3 outputs Examples: 05 ENTER sets the unit for 5 outputs 11 ENTER sets the unit for 11 outputs PATHFINDER HR SERIES OPERATION MANUAL - REV 1.3 02/19/00 ©1995-1997 - INLINE, INC.
  • Page 11 [ ]. For information on changing baud rate and command code delimiters see pages 19 & 20. --RS-232 parameters, command code structure and a list of serial commands are found on page 19-22. ©1995-1997 - INLINE, INC. PATHFINDER HR SERIES OPERATION MANUAL - REV 1.3 02/19/00...
  • Page 12 Setting RGB Delay - pages 16 & 17 Resetting the PATHFINDER to factory default settings - page 17 Remote Control Only mode - page 18 Getting System (firmware) Information - page 18 PATHFINDER HR SERIES OPERATION MANUAL - REV 1.3 02/19/00 ©1995-1997 - INLINE, INC.

  • Page 13: Switching Operations - Front Panel Control

    WITCHING PERATIONS The Pathfinder HR series matrix switcher is capable of routing any input to any output or multiple outputs. The unit’s switching operations may be controlled from either the front panel or through the serial port. Front panel switching operations are accomplished using the Path Mapping Display as described below or by saving and recalling configuration memories.
  • Page 14 In order to change the patches for other boards, another group must first be selected. To select a different board group, press and hold MENU while clicking the keys (see Selecting Board Groups - page 13). PATHFINDER HR SERIES OPERATION MANUAL - REV 1.3 02/19/00 ©1995-1997 - INLINE, INC.

  • Page 15: Board Groups

    Boards 1 & 6 are assigned to Group 1. #1 Composite Video #6 Stereo Audio Boards 2 & 3 are assigned to Group 2. #2 Y Component of S-Video #3 C Component of S-Video ©1995-1997 - INLINE, INC. PATHFINDER HR SERIES OPERATION MANUAL - REV 1.3 02/19/00...
  • Page 16 #4 At this point you may also select a specific board group. Press the keys until that group information window is displayed and press ENTER This board group is now selected. PATHFINDER HR SERIES OPERATION MANUAL - REV 1.3 02/19/00 ©1995-1997 - INLINE, INC.

  • Page 17: Configuration Memories

    CONFIGURATION MEMORIES HR Series Pathfinders feature ten configuration memories. These store all input / output patches for all board groups. By storing commonly used configurations it is easy to recall them using either the front panel or a very simple serial command.
  • Page 18 0 - 9 #4 Press ENTER to recall the memory and execute the new patches. The display changes back PATH CONFIG showing the new input / output configuration. PATHFINDER HR SERIES OPERATION MANUAL - REV 1.3 02/19/00 ©1995-1997 - INLINE, INC.

  • Page 19: Recall Mode

    Recall Mode. To exit Recall Mode, press and hold MENU for 3 seconds. The unit will return to the PATH CONFIG menu and all menus are now accessable. ©1995-1997 - INLINE, INC. PATHFINDER HR SERIES OPERATION MANUAL - REV 1.3 02/19/00...

  • Page 20: Advanced Control Options

    Realizing that every time a new input is selected the viewer will see black on the screen for the selected delay time, the RGB delay time should be kept as short as possible. PATHFINDER HR SERIES OPERATION MANUAL - REV 1.3 02/19/00 ©1995-1997 - INLINE, INC.

  • Page 21: Resetting The Unit To Factory Defaults

    --Fixed: Actual number of inputs / outputs --Reconfigurable: 4 inputs, 2 outputs Baud Rate: 1200 Command Codes: [ ] RGB Delay: 0.0 seconds (disabled) Remote Control Only Mode: Disabled ©1995-1997 - INLINE, INC. PATHFINDER HR SERIES OPERATION MANUAL - REV 1.3 02/19/00...

  • Page 22: Remote Control Only (Disable Front Panel)

    This display shows that the Pathfinder is using firmware version 1.0a which was last updated on Thursday, April 27, 1995. #3 Press any key to exit. PATHFINDER HR SERIES OPERATION MANUAL - REV 1.3 02/19/00 ©1995-1997 - INLINE, INC.

  • Page 23: Serial Control Operations

    PERATIONS USING RS-232 CONTROL The PATHFINDER HR series switchers include an 9-pin REMOTE CONTROL port which will accept serial commands from a control system, computer serial port, or any other device capable of sending out serial ASCII commands at compatible baud rates. All switching, mode selection (except Recall Mode), and set-up parameters can be controlled using RS-232 commands.

  • Page 24: Command Code Structure

    INLINE products can be set to recognize one of four sets of leading codes and ending codes. These are: [ ] { } ( ) < > . The factory default for leading / ending codes is [ ].

  • Page 25: Controlling Multiple Inline Products

    By setting each unit to a different command code pair, up to four different INLINE products can be controlled by a single RS-232 serial control port. Once a unit is set to look for a certain pair of leading and ending delimiters (command codes), it will ignore all other commands sent by the port.

  • Page 26: Serial Command List

    Executive mode. Disable access to Main Menu selections from the front panel (Path [OK] Config, RGB delay, RS-232 baud rate, and Command code). INF0 Get the firmware version [IN60000HR V1.0a] PATHFINDER HR SERIES OPERATION MANUAL - REV 1.3 02/19/00 ©1995-1997 - INLINE, INC.

  • Page 27: Specifications

    Sync <150 nSec Overshoot: < 5% Crosstalk: > -40 dB @ 10 MHz > -67 dB @ 5 MHz Off Isolation: > -65 dB @ 10 MHz ©1995-1997 - INLINE, INC. PATHFINDER HR SERIES OPERATION MANUAL - REV 1.3 02/19/00...

  • Page 28: Warranty

    INLINE warrants the equipment it manufactures to be free from defects in materials and workmanship. ♦ If equipment fails because of such defects and INLINE is notified within two (2) years from the date of shipment, INLINE will, at its option, repair or replace the equipment at its plant, provided that the equipment has not been subjected to mechanical, electrical, or other abuse or modifications.

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