Extron electronics Quantum Ultra Series Setup Manual

Extron electronics Quantum Ultra Series Setup Manual

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Setup Guide
The Extron Quantum Ultra Series, consisting of the Quantum Ultra 610 and 305, the Quantum Ultra II 610 and 305, and the
Quantum Ultra Connect 128 and 84 Videowall Processors, are modular 4K video processors that support ultra-high resolutions
up to 2560x1600 and 4096x2160 (4K) @ 60 Hz on inputs and outputs. All models provide customizable output resolutions, input
and output image rotation, and mullion compensation. USB, RS-232, and Ethernet interfaces also provide direct connections for
control systems.
The Quantum Ultra 610 has a 6U, 10-slot card frame, or chassis, while the Quantum Ultra 305 has a 3U chassis with
five card slots. These models support multiple videowalls with mixed resolutions and screen orientations. They also support
edge blend compensation, window border styles, and a variety of source types including picture, RSS, Text, Clock, and
VNC. The optional IN SMD 100 input card decodes and displays multiple simultaneous MPEG2, Motion JPEG, and H.264
video streams at up to 60 frames per second. Each input card contains four HDMI or two LAN connectors. The output cards
contain either four HDMI or four DTP connectors. Both chassis support any combination of input and output cards. Additional
inputs and outputs can be added to a system with use of one or more additional chassis.
The Quantum Ultra II 610 and Quantum Ultra II 305 have the same features as their respective Quantum Ultra 610
and Quantum Ultra 305 counterparts, described above. In addition, these models support the IN4HDMI 4K PLUS input and
OUT4HDMI 4K PLUS output cards, which provide 4K @ 60 Hz capability on each of the four HDMI connectors.
The Quantum Ultra Connect 128 and 84 have fixed configurations. The Quantum Ultra Connect 84 has two HDMI
input cards and one HDMI output card, while the Quantum Ultra Connect 128 has three HDMI input cards and two HDMI
output cards. These card configurations cannot be modified by the user.
The Expansion In and Expansion Out cards provide another option for the Quantum Ultra 610 and Quantum Ultra 305
(Quantum Ultra II and Quantum Ultra Connect models do not support expansion cards). These input and output cards enable
up to five Quantum Ultra chassis to be connected together and managed from one primary chassis (see
page 4). Using the expansion cards, a Quantum Ultra system can be expanded to up to 42 input and output cards.
Control methods for all models include Extron Videowall Configuration Software (VCS), available on the
provides a means of configuring videowall displays and saving window presets. Control is also available via Simple Instruction
Set™ (SIS™) or the Express Mobile Software (EMS) for Quantum Ultra on an iOS
This setup guide provides step-by-step instructions for an experienced user to set up and configure a Quantum Ultra Series
device. In this guide, the terms "Quantum Ultra Series," "Quantum Ultra Series device," "unit," and "processor" are used
interchangeably to refer to all models in the series.
Installation Steps
WARNING: To avoid electric shock or product damage due to condensation, always let the Quantum Ultra become
acclimated to ambient temperature and humidity for at least 30 minutes before switching it on. This is very important when
you are moving the unit from a cold to a warm location.
AVERTISSEMENT : Afin d'éviter un risque éventuel de choc électrique ou d'endommagement du produit dû à la
condensation, laisser toujours le temps à la source d'alimentation de le Quantum Ultra à la température et à l'humidité
ambiantes, pendant au moins 30 minutes, avant de les brancher. Ceci est particulièrement important lorsque vous déplacer
l'unité depuis un lieu frais vers un lieu chaud.
ATTENTION:
All structural steps and electrical installation must be performed by
qualified personnel in accordance with local and national building
codes and electrical codes.
Toute étape structurelle et installation électrique, doit être effectuée
par un personnel qualifié, conformément aux codes du bâtiment,
aux codes incendie et sécurité, et aux codes électriques, locaux et
nationaux.
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Disconnect power from all equipment.
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Summary of Contents for Extron electronics Quantum Ultra Series

  • Page 1 Setup Guide The Extron Quantum Ultra Series, consisting of the Quantum Ultra 610 and 305, the Quantum Ultra II 610 and 305, and the Quantum Ultra Connect 128 and 84 Videowall Processors, are modular 4K video processors that support ultra-high resolutions up to 2560x1600 and 4096x2160 (4K) @ 60 Hz on inputs and outputs.
  • Page 2: Rear Panel Features And Connections

    Connect a control device — For remote control, connect a control device or a computer to: • The RJ-45 LAN A to enable configuration of the Quantum Ultra Series device via SIS commands, VCS, or EMS • (Optional) The USB mini B Config connector to enable configuration and control via SIS commands or VCS •...
  • Page 3: Product Category

    RS-232 control connector — Connect a control system or computer to this 3-pole, 3.5 mm captive screw connector to enable control of the Quantum Ultra Series device via SIS commands. RS-232 protocol for this port is 9600 baud, 1 stop bit, no parity, 8 data bits, and no flow control.
  • Page 4: Expansion Cards

    Card Installation Order When the Quantum Ultra Series device is assembled at the factory, all the input cards are installed in slots above the output cards in the chassis. If installing cards yourself, do not intersperse input cards with output cards.
  • Page 5: Connecting Expansion Cards

    This section describes how to set up the videowall (create a project) using the VCS program to configure and control the Quantum Ultra Series from the computer. For detailed information, see the VCS Help File, accessible from within VCS. Starting VCS Download VCS from www.extron.com...
  • Page 6 Figure 6. Locate your Quantum Ultra Series device on the device list and click the Add to System button at the left of the device name. If a project already exists on the selected device, a prompt opens, asking if you want to apply your new project to the device (deleting the previous project).
  • Page 7 To enable Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), select the DHCP checkbox. When this box is selected, an available IP address is assigned automatically to the Quantum Ultra Series device when it is connected to a supporting network. (When this checkbox is selected, all other IP settings fields become read-only.) If you added this device manually, click the Device Settings button (shown at right) on the VCS taskbar.
  • Page 8 Quantum Ultra Series • Setup Guide (Continued) The Confirm Expansion System window opens, showing the IP addresses of all Quantum Ultra Series devices with expansion cards, listed in their order in the chain, with the primary device at the top. If all the information on this screen is correct, click the Confirm button at the bottom of the screen (see the image at right).
  • Page 9 Ultra Series processors, create one or more videowalls, set up video sources and outputs, and create presets. At the top of the Quantum Ultra Series screen is a row of task buttons. After connecting to the desired Quantum Ultra Series device (processor or chassis) or devices, click the task buttons to access screens for the setup tasks.
  • Page 10: Source Configuration

    The OUT4HDMI 4K PLUS cards support output rotation on all channels. £ Define the Quantum Ultra Series device and output in the output assignment panel ( ) for each display on the videowall, using either of the following methods: •...
  • Page 11 DHCP On. • List the image files available on your Quantum Ultra Series chassis (Picture). Add more sources as desired. Repeat steps 2 through 4 to add and configure additional sources (see the VCS Help File for details on configuring the different sources.
  • Page 12: Preset Configuration

    Quantum Ultra Series • Setup Guide (Continued) Preset Configuration Figure 11. Preset Configuration Window A window preset, or scene, is a set of one or more windows in which video sources are displayed on a videowall. Window layout parameters, including size, position, and content, are stored in the presets.
  • Page 13: Basic Sis Commands

    The Quantum Ultra Series can be controlled with SIS commands via a USB, RS-232, or LAN connection. The following table lists some basic commands. For a full list of SIS commands and variables see the Quantum Ultra Series User Guide, available at www.extron.com.

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