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- Page 1 User Guide Distribution Amplifiers DA HD 4K PLUS Series 4K HDMI Distribution Amplifier 68-2880-01 Rev. A 11 17...
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Page 2: Safety Instructions
Safety Instructions Safety Instructions • English Istruzioni di sicurezza • Italiano WARNING: This symbol, , when used on the product, is intended to AVVISO: Il simbolo, , se usato sul prodotto, serve ad avvertire l’utente alert the user of the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the della presenza di tensione non isolata pericolosa all’interno del contenitore product’s enclosure that may present a risk of electric shock. - Page 3 より 『Extron Safety www.extron.com and Regulatory Compliance Guide』 (P/N 68‑290‑01) をご覧ください。 CCopyright © 2017 Extron Electronics. All rights reserved. Trademarks All trademarks mentioned in this guide are the properties of their respective owners. The following registered trademarks( ® ), registered service marks( ), and trademarks( ) are the property of RGB Systems, Inc.
- Page 4 FCC Class A Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. The Class A limits provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
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Page 5: Conventions Used In This Guide
Conventions Used in this Guide Notifications The following notifications are used in this guide: CAUTION: Risk of minor personal injury. ATTENTION : Risque de blessure mineure. ATTENTION: • Risk of property damage. • Risque de dommages matériels. NOTE: A note draws attention to important information. Software Commands Commands are written in the fonts shown here: ^AR Merge Scene,,Op1 scene 1,1 ^B 51 ^W^C... -
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction ..........1 SIS Commands ......... 26 About the DA2 HD 4K PLUS, Introduction to SIS ..........26 DA4 HD 4K PLUS, and DA6 HD 4K PLUS ..1 Symbols Used in this Guide ....... 27 Features .............. 2 Error Messages ..........28 Application Diagram ..........4 Command and Response Table for SIS Commands .......... - Page 8 DA HD 4K PLUS Series • Contents viii...
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Page 9: Introduction
Introduction This guide describes the function, installation, and operation of the DA2 HD 4K PLUS, DA4 HD 4K PLUS, and DA6 HD 4K PLUS distribution amplifiers. Unless otherwise stated, the terms “distribution amplifier”, “DA” or “DA PLUS” refer to any of these distribution amplifiers. This section provides the following information: •... -
Page 10: Features
Features • 4K signal distribution — Distributes 4K HDMI video and embedded multi‑channel digital audio signals. These distribution amplifiers accept one 4K input through a female HDMI type‑A connector and provide two (DA2 HD 4K PLUS), four (DA4 HD 4K PLUS), or six (DA6 HD 4K PLUS) simultaneous outputs. Supports HDMI 2.0b specifications, including: •... - Page 11 RS-232 control port — Enables the use of serial commands for integration into • a control system. Extron products use the SIS ‑ Simple Instruction Set command protocol, a set of basic ASCII commands that allow for quick and easy programming and control.
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Page 12: Application Diagram
Application Diagram See figure 1 for a typical application of the DA4 HD 4K PLUS. The DA2 HD 4K PLUS and DA6 HD 4K PLUS can be used in similar applications. DISP TouchLink Control System TCP/IP RS-232 - 2 3 ® LINK D EL HDMI Cables P lu 0 .3 0 - 2 Extron / 6 0... -
Page 13: Installation
Installation This section provides an overview of the installation of the DA HD 4K PLUS Series distribution amplifiers, including the front panel and rear panel connections. Follow the links for more detailed information elsewhere in the guide. This section provides the following information: Installation Overview •... -
Page 14: Rear Panel Connections
Rear Panel Connections This section provides information about the rear panel ports: REMOTE POWER RS-232 0.4A MAX Tx Rx G INPUT OUTPUTS 100-240V ~ 0.3A MAX DA4 HD 4K PLUS INPUT OUTPUTS REMOTE RS-232 Tx Rx G 50/60 Hz 100-240V ~ 0.3A MAX DA6 HD 4K PLUS INPUT OUTPUTS... - Page 15 Cut the DC output cord to the length needed. Strip the jacket to expose 3/16 inch (5 mm) of the conductor wire. ATTENTION: POWER 0.5A MAX • The length of the exposed wires in the stripping process is important. The ideal length is 3/16 inches (5 mm).
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Page 16: Connecting Input Source
ATTENTION: • The installation must always be in accordance with the applicable provisions of National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70, article 725 and the Canadian Electrical Code part 1, section 16. The power supply shall not be permanently fixed to building structure or similar structure. •... -
Page 17: Connecting Output Displays
Securing the HDMI Connector Follow these instructions to secure the input and output connectors to the distribution amplifier with the LockIt HDMI lacing bracket provided: Plug the HDMI cable into the rear panel port ( Loosen the HDMI connection mounting screw from the panel enough to allow the LockIt lacing bracket to be placed over it (... -
Page 18: Connecting Rs-232 Control (Optional)
Connecting RS‑232 Control (Optional) RS-232 port — Use RS‑232 communication between the distribution amplifier and a host PC to update firmware or configure the unit using SIS commands (see Command and Response Table for SIS Commands starting on page 29 ). Extron recommends Extron universal control cable (see www.extron.com). -
Page 19: Front Panel Features
Front Panel Features This section describes the front panel features of the DA HD 4K PLUS Series distribution amplifiers: OUTPUTS INPUT SIGNAL CONFIG HDCP DA2 HD 4K PLUS INPUT OUTPUTS SIGNAL HDCP CONFIG DA4 HD 4K PLUS HDMI DISTRIBUTION AMPLIFIER INPUT OUTPUTS SIGNAL HDCP CONFIG DA6 HD 4K PLUS HDMI DISTRIBUTION AMPLIFIER... -
Page 20: Connecting To Front Panel Usb Port
Input HDCP LED — Lights when the source requires HDCP encryption and it has been authenticated with the HDMI input (see figure 4 on the previous page). Output HDCP LEDs — Light when HDCP is authenticated between the distribution amplifier output and the corresponding sink device. This happens when the source device requires HDCP encryption and it has already been authenticated on the HDMI input. - Page 21 Figure 6. Found New Hardware Wizard Welcome Screen On the first screen, specify whether you want the computer to connect to Windows Update to search the Web for the driver it needs to communicate with the switcher via the USB port. Select the radio button (see figure 6, ) if you want your...
- Page 22 The next screen of the Wizard opens: Figure 7. Installing the Software Automatically Select radio button (see Install the software automatically (Recommended) figure 7, Click Next NOTE: You do not need to insert an installation disc. The PC locates the driver needed and installs it in the correct location on the hard drive.
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Page 23: Configuration
Configuration The DA HD 4K PLUS Series allows for adjustments to be made to ensure that the sink PCS software devices are able to handle the source signal provided. Use starting on page 17 or SIS Commands starting on page 26 to make these adjustments. This section provides information about: EDID Minder •... -
Page 24: Tmds Output Format
HDCP output modes • Follow input — Output is always authenticated but only encrypted when required by input. HDMI authentication is continuous. DVI authentication occurs for a maximum of 10 seconds, then fails. This is the default mode. Always encrypt output — Output is always authenticated and encrypted. •... -
Page 25: Configuration Software
Configuration Software The DA HD 4K PLUS Series distribution amplifiers use Extron Product Configuration Software (PCS) for control and configuration. This section describes: • Downloading Software from the Extron Website • Using PCS Software Updating Firmware • Downloading Software from the Extron Website Visit the Extron website to download and install the PCS software, which provides an easy option for configuring the DA HD 4K PLUS Series devices. -
Page 26: Using Pcs Software
(optional, see image on the right) or from the menu: Start > > > Start Programs Extron Electronics Extron Product > Configuration Software Extron Product Configuration Software opens to the screen. Product Configuration Software Device Discovery DA4 HD 4K PLUS Figure 10. -
Page 27: Input/Output Configuration
Figure 11. DA HD 4K PLUS PCS Main Menu The configuration pages have a global navigation bar (see figure 11) from which each of the individual configuration pages can be accessed. These pages are: Input/Output Configuration EDID Minder Select either to begin configuring the Input/Output Config EDID Minder DA HD 4K PLUS (see figure 11). -
Page 28: Output Configuration
Output Configuration Figure 13. Output Configuration Panel Signal Presence — Signal status icon shows green when an active HDMI signal is present (see figure 13). HDCP Status — Indicates whether the display connected to the output is HDCP compliant. Format — Select from the drop‑down menu to set the HDMI output format. Choices are: —... -
Page 29: Edid Minder
EDID Minder EDID Minder is a process that manages the resolution and refresh rate between the DA HDMI figure 14 , input and one or more output sources. Click the icon (see ) on the EDID Minder global navigation bar to open the page. -
Page 30: Device Menu
Adding EDID to the EDID Library Click the button (see figure on the previous page). Add EDID to Library window opens (see figure 15). Browse Add EDID to Library Figure 15. Browse Add EDID to the Library Window Navigate to the desired EDID file location and select it ( NOTE: Valid EDID files have a .bin file extension. -
Page 31: Updating Firmware
Updating Firmware Firmware for the DA HD 4K PLUS Series distribution amplifiers can be upgraded using PCS. Updates to the DA firmware are made available periodically via the Extron website. You can find out what version of firmware is currently loaded on your DA by entering the SIS command via the RS‑232 or USB interface (see View firmware version... - Page 32 Unless you Start specified otherwise in the installation of PCS, make the following selection from the Start menu: Start > All Programs > Extron Electronics > Extron Product Configuration Software > Extron Product Configuration Software opens to the screen.
- Page 33 The Device Menu drops down. Figure 19. DA HD 4K PLUS Device Menu Click (see figure 19, Update Firmware Click Update Firmware to this Device ... Figure 20. Update Firmware to this Device dialog box opens Update Firmware Figure 21. Update Firmware Dialog Box Click (see figure 21, ...
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Page 34: Sis Commands
(CR/LF = ] ), which signals the end of the response character string. When the distribution amplifier is first switched on, it sends the message: © Copyright 2017, Extron Electronics DAx HD 4K PLUS, V x7, N is the device: •... -
Page 35: Symbols Used In This Guide
Symbols Used in this Guide When programming in the field, certain characters are most conveniently represented by their hexadecimal rather than their ASCII values. The table below shows the hexadecimal equivalent of each ASCII character: ASCII to HEX Conversion Table Space Figure 22. -
Page 36: Error Messages
— Verbose mode (default = = Clear or none. = Verbose mode. = Tagged responses for queries. = Verbose mode and tagged responses for queries. — TMDS output format (default = = Auto, pass through if HDMI sink; force DVI format if DVI sink. DVI RGB 4:4:4 Full HDMI RGB 4:4:4 Full HDMI RGB 4:4:4 Limited... -
Page 37: Command And Response Table For Sis Commands
Command and Response Table for SIS Commands Command ASCII Command Response Additional Description (host to unit) (unit to host) Video Mute X1@] Video mute single output Set video mute status ( ) for output X1@] Video mute all outputs Set video mute status ( ) for all outputs. - Page 38 Command ASCII Command Response Additional Description (host to unit) (unit to host) TMDS Output Format E X! X1!] Set TMDS output format for VTPO Vtpo Sets the TMDS output format ( ) for a single output a single output ( E X1! X1!] Set TMDS output format for...
- Page 39 Command ASCII Command Response Additional Description (host to unit) (unit to host) HDCP Status Query input I HDCP X1#] Query HDCP status of input ( Response in verbose mode 2 or 3. X1#] HdcpI Query output Query the HDCP status of output X1$] HDCP connector (...
- Page 40 Command ASCII Command Response Additional Description (host to unit) (unit to host) Unit Name E X* Set the unit name Ipn • Sets the unit name ( Reset unit name to factory Default unit name is: • CN Ipn • DAx‑HD‑4K‑ default DA2 HD 4K PLUS PLUS...
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Page 41: Mounting
Mounting Desktop Placement Attach the four provided rubber feet to the bottom of the DA HD 4K PLUS distribution amplifier and place it in any convenient location. Rack Mounting Rack Mounting Procedure The distribution amplifier can be mounted on an optional Extron rack system. Recommended mount kits for the DA2 HD 4K PLUS device include: MBU 125 and RSB 123. -
Page 42: Extron Warranty
Extron Electronics makes no further warranties either expressed or implied with respect to the product and its quality, performance, merchantability, or fitness for any particular use. In no event will Extron Electronics be liable for direct, indirect, or consequential damages resulting from any defect in this product even if Extron Electronics has been advised of such damage.
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