Compact Scaler Switcher (with PoH) Preface Read this user manual carefully before using this product. Pictures shown in this manual is for reference only, different model and specifications are subject to real product. This manual is only for operation instruction only, not for any maintenance usage. The functions described in this version are updated till August 2016.
Compact Scaler Switcher (with PoH) SAFETY PRECAUTIONS To insure the best from the product, please read all instructions carefully before using the device. Save this manual for further reference. Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packing material for possible future shipment ...
4.3.1 Installation/uninstallation of RS232 Control Software ......14 4.3.2 Basic Settings ..................14 4.3.3 RS232 Communication Commands ............16 4.3.4 Control MP-SC-5TDS or 3rd Party Device from Local ......24 4.3.5 Control MP-SC-5TDS or 3rd party device form Remote ......24 4.4 OSD Menu Control ..................25...
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Compact Scaler Switcher (with PoH) 4.4.2 PICTURE ....................26 4.4.3 SETUP ....................28 4.5 Web-based GUI Control .................. 29 4.5.1 Control Menu ..................29 4.5.2 Configuration Menu ................31 4.5.3 RS232 Control Menu ................33 4.5.4 Password Menu ..................34 4.5.5 Web-based GUI Update ................
1. Introduction 1.1 Introduction to MP-SC-5TDS MP-SC-5TDS is a compact mini scaler switcher with 5 video inputs (1 HDMI/MHL, 2 HDMI, 1 DP, and 1 VGA) and 3 audio inputs (1 DP external audio, 1 VGA auxiliary audio, 1 MIC audio). The VGA input supports VGA, YPbPr and C-video, so MP-SC-5TDS is compliant with multiple video signals.
Compact Scaler Switcher (with PoH) 1.3 Package List 1 x MP-SC-5TDS 2 x Mounting Ears with 4 screws 2 x Long Mounting Ears with 6 screws (Optional) 1 x Power Adapter (24VDC,2.71A) 4 x Plastic Cushions ...
1-HDMI/MHL 2-HDMI 3-HDMI 4-DP 5-VGA AUTO SOURCE VOLUME MP-SC-5TDS ① Built-in IR Receiver ② Power indicator Off when there is no power to the device Green when the device is in standby mode Red when the device is powered on.
IR OUT: connect with IR emitter to control local source devices from remote. IR EYE: connect with IR receiver (with carrier wave only) to receive IR signal send by IR remote to control MP-SC-5TDS. FIRMWARE: Type-A USB port for updating system firmware or loading...
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Compact Scaler Switcher (with PoH) RS232: Serial port, 3-pin phoenix connector, connect with a control device (such as PC) to control MP-SC-5TDS or other devices connected with HDBaseT Receiver. TCP/IP: Ethernet port, connect with PC to control MP-SC-5TDS via Web-based GUI.
Compact Scaler Switcher (with PoH) 3. System Connection 3.1 Usage Precautions System should be installed in a clean environment and has a prop temperature and humidity. All of the power switches, plugs, sockets and power cords should be insulated and safe.
Step8. Connect control device (e.g. PC) to the TCP/IP port, MP-SC-5TDS can be controlled via web-based GUI. Step9. Connect control device (e.g. PC) to the RS232 port of MP-SC-5TDS or the HDBaseT Receiver (bi-directional RS232 control, either end is available).
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Compact Scaler Switcher (with PoH) MIC Mode MIC input has a low frequency characteristics, and wide frequency response. When switch to “MIC”, the microphone input is used for connecting with dynamic microphone. There are two different connection methods: 1) Unbalanced connection: “+”...
2) Balanced connection: “+” connects to positive, “-” connects to negative and “ ” connects to ground. 3.5 Application MP-SC-5TDS has a good application in various occasions, such as computer realm, monitoring, conference room, big screen displaying, television education, command & control center and smart home etc.
Once detecting a new input signal, the switcher would switch to this new signal automatically. Rebooting device MP-SC-5TDS have the ability to save the last configuration before losing power. If the last switching mode is auto-switching, once rebooted, the switcher will automatically enter auto-switching mode, then detect all inputs and memorize their connection status for future rebooting using.
4.2 IR Control 4.2.1 IR Remote Connect IR receiver to IR EYE port, MP-SC-5TDS cans be controlled by using IR remote. As CEC function, it is able to use the IR remote to turn on/off the HDMI source or Display.
Compact Scaler Switcher (with PoH) 4.2.2 Control far-end device from local Connect an IR receiver to IR IN port on MP-SC-5TDS and connect IR emitter to the IR OUT port on the HDBaseT Receiver, the far-end device can be control by its IR remote from local.
HDTV IR Remote 4.2.4 CEC Function MP-SC-5TDS supports CEC, it can be turned on/ off by sending RS232 commands or OSD menu operations. The default setting is ON. Commands pertaining to CEC: “50686%” (enable CEC) and “50687%” (disable CEC) HDMI INPUT ports 1~3 support CEC, if the connected source devices also support CEC and their CEC are on, users can control the source device and display via the IR remote of the MP-SC-5TDS.
Uninstallation Delete all the control software files in corresponding file path. 4.3.2 Basic Settings First to connect MP-SC-5TDS with all input devices and output devices needed, then to connect it with a computer which is installed with RS232 control software. Double-click the software icon to run this software.
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Compact Scaler Switcher (with PoH) Parameter Configuration area Monitoring area, indicates if the command sent works. Command Sending area Please set the parameters of COM number, bound rate, data bit, stop bit and the parity bit correctly, and then you are able to send command in Command Sending Area.
Compact Scaler Switcher (with PoH) 4.3.3 RS232 Communication Commands Communication protocol: RS232 Communication Protocol Baud rate: 9600 Data bit: 8 Stop bit: 1 Parity bit: none Command Function Feedback Example Switch Commands 50701% Switch to 1-HDMI/MHL input Switch to HDMI 1 50702% Switch to 2-HDMI input Switch to HDMI 2...
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Compact Scaler Switcher (with PoH) Command Function Feedback Example 510xx% Set the volume of source audio Source Volume: xx (xx=00~60) Select embedded audio as audio 50706% DP Audio from Embedded input for DP video signal Select external audio as audio input 50707% DP Audio from External for DP video signal...
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Compact Scaler Switcher (with PoH) Command Function Feedback Example 50655% Freeze output image Freeze: enable 50656% Cancel the freezing of output image Freeze: disable 50646% Enable MIC Volume Icon display Volume Icon: enable 50647% Disable MIC Volume Icon display Volume Icon: disable Disable the mute icon of Source audio 50761% Source Mute Icon: disable...
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Compact Scaler Switcher (with PoH) Command Function Feedback Example input Upload custom EDID data to the 50769% EDID: user switcher EDID: initial 50770% Inquire EDID status EDID: bypass EDID: user EDID manage EDID management, copy the best 50782% resolution data of one output to HDMI Resolution:1920x1080 input Enable serial control mode 1: control...
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Compact Scaler Switcher (with PoH) Command Function Feedback Example Manual Switch Mode: Set the power Manual Switch Mode: Set no 50741% off time to 1 minute input to power off time: 1 minute Manual Switch Mode: Set the power Manual Switch Mode: Set no 50742% off time to 2 minute input to power off time: 2 minutes...
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Compact Scaler Switcher (with PoH) Command Function Feedback Example Aspect Ratio: xx (xx= 16:9/ 4:3/ 50635% Check the image aspect ratio auto/) 50636% Check the brightness Brightness: xx (xx=00~99) 50637% Check the contrast Contrast: xx (xx=00~99) 50638% Check the saturation Saturation: xx (xx=00~99) 50639% Check sharpness...
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Compact Scaler Switcher (with PoH) Command Function Feedback Example Adjustment Commands 50678% Enable screen output adjusting Enter Output Position Adjust 50679% Disable screen output adjusting Exit Output Position Adjust 50670% Move the image to left Output Position Adjust X xx 50671% Move the image to right Output Position Adjust X xx...
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Compact Scaler Switcher (with PoH) Command Function Feedback Example 50908% Left CEC cmd: left 50909% Right CEC cmd: right 50910% Confirm command CEC cmd: select 50911% Exit command CEC cmd: exit 50913% Source power on Source power on 50914% Source power off Source power off 50920% TV power on...
Firstly, according the following connection diagram to connect all devices as needed. Secondly, send command 50787% (serial control mode 1, factory default) via RS232 communication software. Lastly, send the right command of MP-SC-5TDS or other remote RS232 device connected in present system. Connect as below: MIC INPUT...
HDBaseT Receiver Control MP-SC-5TDS or 3rd party device from Remote 4.4 OSD Menu Control MP-SC-5TDS provides a powerful OSD operation menu, contains 3 parts: optional settings, image settings, and system setting etc. Press MENU button on IR remote or send command 50616% to enter in OSD menu, so it is able to do some settings through the OSD menu.
1600x1200, 1600x900, 1360x768, 1280x800, 1280x720, 1024x768. Software Update (USB): Insert the USB flash disk with updating file to USB port of MP-SC-5TDS, to update the software through this menu. 4.4.2 PICTURE Including Picture Mode, Color Temperature, Aspect Ratio, Noise Reduction, Screen and Color Range.
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Compact Scaler Switcher (with PoH) Picture mode: Includes Dynamic, Standard, Mild, and User. Only in User mode, will it be able to set the image contrast, brightness, color and sharpness. Color Temperature: Includes Cool, Medium, Warm and User. And only in User mode, it is able to set values for Red, Green and Blue (RGB).
Compact Scaler Switcher (with PoH) 4.4.3 SETUP Including OSD Language, Restore Factory Default, Blending, HDMI CEC, OSD Duration and version inquiry OSD Language: Supports 7 languages, including English (default), Chinese etc. Restore Factory Default: Restores to original system state ...
Compact Scaler Switcher (with PoH) 4.5 Web-based GUI Control In addition to control MP-SC-5TDS via front panel button, IR remote and RS232 communication software. MP-SC-5TDS can be controlled via web-based GUI. It allows users to interact with MP-SC-5TDS through graphical icons and visual indicators.
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Click the corresponding Mute button to mute/unmute microphone audio or source audio input. Click Source to turn on/off input source device. Click Display to turn on/off output display device. Click Local to let MP-SC-5TDS into standby mode.
FIRMWARE port, and then click EDID/Firmware to start update procedure. Shutdown Timer(NO Input):Set the shutdown time under manual-switching mode or auto-switching mode, including none, 1 minute, 2minutes, 5minutes and 10 Minutes. If MP-SC-5TDS can’t detect video source input, it will automatically shut down after a preset interval.
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Compact Scaler Switcher (with PoH) 2. Click Network to enter network setting menu shown as below: In this interface, dynamic or static IP mode can be selected. Under static IP mode, IP address and subnet mask, gateway can be set and make sure the IP addresses are different to avoid IP conflict.
Click RS232 Control on the top of interface to enter RS232 control menu shown as below: Port: Local port refers to the RS232 port of MP-SC-5TDS, and the HDBT port refers to the RS232 port of HDBaseT Receiver. ...
In this interface, the user name and password can be modified as you need. 4.5.5 Web-based GUI Update Web-based GUI for MP-SC-5TDS supports online update in http://192.168.0.178:100. Type the username and password (the same as the GUI log-in settings, modified password will be available only after rebooting) to log in the configuration interface.
IR IN IR OUT IR EYE FIRMWARE RS232 AUDIO OUT DC 24V HDBT 1-HDMI / MHL 2-HDMI 3-HDMI 4-DP 5-VGA HDMI INPUTS OUTPUTS MP-SC-5TDS 5-input Seamless Scaler Switcher with HDBaseT 220 mm 1-HDMI/MHL 2-HDMI 3-HDMI 4-DP 5-VGA AUTO SOURCE VOLUME MP-SC-5TDS...
Compact Scaler Switcher (with PoH) 7. Troubleshooting & Maintenance Problems Causes Solutions quality Try another high quality Output image with connecting cable cable. snowflake Make sure the connection Fail or loose connection is good Check with oscilloscope or No signal at the input / multimeter if there is any output end signal at the input/ output...
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Compact Scaler Switcher (with PoH) Cannot control the device The device has already Send authorized by RS232 / IR remote / been broken. dealer for repairing. front panel buttons If your problem persists after following the above troubleshooting steps, seek further help from authorized dealer or our technical support.
Compact Scaler Switcher (with PoH) 8. After-sales Service If there appear some problems when running MP-SC-5TDS, please check and deal with the problems referring to this user manual. Any transport costs are borne by the users during the warranty. 1) Product Limited Warranty: We warrants that its products will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for three years, which starts from the first day you buy this product (The purchase invoice shall prevail).
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