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IN STR U CT IO N MAN U AL M O DE RO X S E R I ES ® M U LTI P RE V I E W A N D M U LT I P RE V I E W L I V E MX A-MP, MXA-MPL...
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ these instructions. KEEP these instructions. HEED all warnings. FOLLOW all instructions. DO NOT use this apparatus near water. CLEAN ONLY with dry cloth. DO NOT block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. DO NOT install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
Table of Contents Table of Contents MXA-MPL Modero X Series® Multi Preview Live ..........5 Overview ..........................5 Common Applications..........................5 Features ..............................5 Product Specifications ...................... 5 MXA-MP Modero X Series Multi Preview ............8 Overview ..........................8 Common Applications..........................8 Features ..............................
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Table of Contents Appendix: Video Streaming Troubleshooting ..........21 Optimizing Motion JPEG Video Presentation and Speed ..........21 Transcoding Guidelines....................21 MXA-MP & MXA-MPL Instruction Manual...
MXA-MPL Modero X Series® Multi Preview Live ® MXA-MPL Modero X Series Multi Preview Live Overview The MXA-MPL (FG5968-10) is a touch panel accessory that displays a HD digital video stream on Modero X Series Touch Panels when used in conjunction with an Enova DVX All-In-One Presentation Switcher or Enova DGX Digital Media Switcher (FIG. 1). The MXA-MPL accepts digital video inputs over HDMI and converts them to a video stream.
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MXA-MPL Modero X Series® Multi Preview Live MXA-MPL Specif ications (Cont.) VIDEO • Max Number of Active Video Streams: 1 • Video Preview Image Format: JPEG (accessed over HTTP) • Max Number of Video Preview Images: 10 • Min Refresh Time of Preview Images: 2 sec per preview image •...
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MXA-MPL Modero X Series® Multi Preview Live MXA-MPL Specif ications (Cont.) OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES • MPA-VRK, Rack Shelf 1RU 7.3" Depth (FG5968-30) • AC-SMB, Surface Mount Bracket Accessory (FG525) • CC-DVI-5BNCM, DVI to 5 BNC Male Cable 6' (FG10-2170-08) • CC-DVI-RCA3M, DVI to 3 RCA Male Cable 6' (FG10-2170-09) •...
MXA-MP Modero X Series Multi Preview MXA-MP Modero X Series Multi Preview Overview The MXA-MP (FG5968-20) is a touch panel accessory that displays up to 10 preview images on Modero X Series Touch Panels when used in conjunction with an Enova DVX All-In-One Presentation Switcher (FIG. 2). The MXA-MP accepts digital video input signals over HDMI and converts them to JPEG preview images for display on Modero X Series touch panels.
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MXA-MP Modero X Series Multi Preview MXA-MP Specif ications (Cont.) VIDEO • Video Preview Image Format: JPEG (accessed over HTTP) • Max Number of Video Preview Images: 10 • Min Refresh Time of Preview Images: 2 sec per preview image •...
Installation Installation Overview Both the MXA-MP and MXA-MPL may be installed in a freestanding location, such as on a desktop or table, but both devices may also be installed in a standard AV rack. This should be done to ensure accessibility to the Modero X Series touch panel receiving the device’s video or image output.
Installation NOTE: If using the device’s 2-pin connector for power for a touch panel, please refer to the Maximum Power Cable Gauges and Distances section on page 11 for maximum cable lengths between the device and the touch panel, based on cable gauge. Using a separate power source for panoramic panel installations that require long cable runs is highly recommended.
Installation Rebooting the MXA-MP/MPL To reboot the MXA-MPL, press and hold the Reset button on the front of the device for one second. Resetting the MXA-MP/MPL to Factory Defaults To reset the MXA-MPL to its factory defaults, press and hold the Factory Reset button on the front of the device for five seconds. A Note About Wall and Rack Installation Some products are installed in areas of differing temperature and cooling methodologies.
Installation Installation Recommendations During any installation, a lack of ventilation may produce conditions that may adversely affect the device’s operation. In these circumstances, special care must be made to make sure that temperatures within enclosed areas do not exceed the device’s maximum rated temperature.
Configuration Conf iguration Overview To use the MXA-MP or MXA-MPL, the Modero X Series touch panel to which it is connected needs to be configured to receive its signals. This is done through the touch panel’s Settings pages. NOTE: For more information on accessing a Modero X Series touch panel’s Settings Pages, please refer to the Modero X Series Programming Guide, available at www.amx.com.
Configuration Programming the MXA-MP and MXA-MPL Output NOTE: Programming the MXA-MP and MXA-MPL require the use of the latest versions of NetLinx Studio and TPDesign 4, both available at www.amx.com. After uploading the firmware, the device’s corresponding NetLinx program file will need to be edited in NetLinx Studio and transferred to the device’s Master controller.
NetLinx Programming NetLinx Programming Streaming Video, MXA-MP, and MXA-MPL Commands The following are NetLinx commands that control streaming video output, as well as coordinate video output to a Modero X/S Series G4 touch panel from an MXA-MP Multi Preview or MXA-MPL Multi Preview Live video breakout box. NOTE: Streaming Video commands only apply to Modero X/S Series G4 panels equipped with a camera (excluding Portrait wall panels and all "No Comm"...
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NetLinx Programming Streaming Video, MXA-MP/MPL Commands (Cont.) ^SLT MXA-MP and MXA-MPL Command Set. Syntax: "'^SLT-<device>,<subcommand>'" Examples: ^SLT-1,reboot=<current(default),previous,factory> Variables: • Device = 1 (Device is always 1 for the MXA-MP and MXA-MPL, the only device type currently supported by Modero X Series panels) Subcommands: •...
NetLinx Programming Notes on Using the ^SDM and ^SLT Commands Based on the user’s pages, the touch panel receiving video from an MXA-MPL will initiate that video feed as necessary, based on the button receiving the video. However, if you are changing video resolution or mode, using the ^SDM or ^SLT commands may be necessary to start and stop the video.
NetLinx Programming Adding a Live Motion Stream To A Touch Panel Page via an MXA-MPL To add a live motion stream to a touch panel page via an MXA-MPL: In the touch panel page, draw a button to be the video window. In Button Properties, select MXA-MPL as the video fill (FIG.
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Appendix: Video Streaming Troubleshooting Appendix: Video Streaming Troubleshooting Optimizing Motion JPEG Video Presentation and Speed In some cases, multiple Motion JPEG streams may slow presentation of individual screen popups, or prevent all of the streams from showing at the same time. This may happen even though the Panel Preview in TPDesign4 may show no issues. To minimize this and assure a smooth and non-sluggish stream, try these options: Limit the number of simultaneous Motion JPEG streams to eight or fewer streams at a time.
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Appendix: Video Streaming Troubleshooting The table below lists the typical synchronization and latency times for each supported video and audio stream: Video Performance Typical Typical Expected Expected A/V Sync A/V Sync Notes: Device Latency - Latency - (offset/ Restart Typical Rate MXA-MPL H.264...
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Appendix: Video Streaming Troubleshooting Video Performance MAX-CSE H.264 MPEG2 <100ms ~ every 1.5s 3s or more, Network congestion can cause video glitches. We recommend the panel 1-2hrs depending be installed behind a smart Ethernet switch to filter unintended multicast on network packets reaching the panel and consuming panel resources.
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