Harman AMX SOLECIS SDX-410-DX Instruction Manual
Harman AMX SOLECIS SDX-410-DX Instruction Manual

Harman AMX SOLECIS SDX-410-DX Instruction Manual

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IN STR U CT IO N MAN U AL
S O LE C I S DI G I T A L SW I TC H E RS
SDX- 41 0- DX , SDX- 510 M- DX, SDX- 810- DX
SDX- 41 4- DX , SDX- 514 M- DX

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  • Page 1 IN STR U CT IO N MAN U AL S O LE C I S DI G I T A L SW I TC H E RS SDX- 41 0- DX , SDX- 510 M- DX, SDX- 810- DX SDX- 41 4- DX , SDX- 514 M- DX...
  • Page 2 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.
  • Page 3 ESD WARNING To avoid ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) damage to sensitive components, make sure you are properly grounded before touching any internal materials. When working with any equipment manufactured with electronic devices, proper ESD grounding procedures must be followed to make sure people, products, and tools are as free of static charges as possible. Grounding straps, conductive smocks, and conductive work mats are specifically designed for this purpose.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Overview ......................8 Specifications ........................8 SDX-410-DX/SDX-414-DX ........................8 SDX-510M-DX/SDX-514M-DX ......................11 SDX-810-DX ............................14 Device Connectors ..................17 Overview ......................... 17 Controls and Indicators ....................18 SELECT Pushbutton ..........................18 LEDs ..............................18 AXLINK KEYPAD Port (4-pin captive-wire) ................... 19 Keypad Feedback..............................
  • Page 5 Table of Contents Installation ......................30 Overview ......................... 30 Mounting the Switcher ....................30 Surface Mounting ..........................30 Rack Ear Brackets ..........................31 Mounting the Switcher on a Pole......................32 Mounting the Switcher on a Rack Shelf ....................32 Connections and Setup ....................33 Setting the DIP Switches ........................
  • Page 6 Table of Contents AUDOUT_FORMAT.................................. 41 ?AUDOUT_MUTE ..................................42 AUDOUT_MUTE ..................................42 CI<input>O<output>................................42 Video SEND_COMMANDs ....................43 ?EXTERNAL_BUTTON_ACTION .............................. 43 EXTERNAL_BUTTON_ACTION ..............................43 VI<input>O<output> ................................43 ?VIDIN_AUTO_SELECT................................43 VIDIN_AUTO_SELECT ................................43 ?VIDIN_EDID..................................43 VIDIN_EDID.................................... 44 ?VIDIN_EDID_AUTO................................44 VIDIN_EDID_AUTO................................. 44 ?VIDIN_FORMAT ..................................44 ?VIDIN_HDCP..................................
  • Page 7 Table of Contents GET SN ....................................52 MSG [ON|OFF] ..................................52 NDP UNBIND ................................... 52 PING [ADDRESS] ..................................52 REBOOT ....................................52 RENEW DHCP ..................................52 RESET FACTORY..................................52 SEND_COMMAND[D:P:S,"'command'"]........................... 52 SEND_STRING[D:P:S,"string"]..............................53 SET CONNECTION ................................... 53 SET DEVICE ..................................... 53 SET DNS ....................................
  • Page 8: Overview

    Overview Overview Solecis Digital Switchers include the SDX-410-DX 4x1 (FG1010-304), SDX-414-DX 4x1 4K (FG1010-314), and SDX-810-DX 8x1 (FG1010-308) HDMI Digital Switchers and the SDX-510M-DX 5x1 (FG1010-315) and SDX-514M-DX 5x1 4K (FG1010-355) Multi-Format Digital Switchers. The switchers each provide a unique number of user connection points and include simplified local control which routes the selected signal to both a DXLink and HDMI output.
  • Page 9 Overview SDX-410-DX/SDX-414-DX Specif ications (Cont.) Signal Transport - DXLink: Connector: (1) RJ-45 Supported Signal Styles: Digital video, audio, Ethernet, bi-directional control Transport Layer 10.2 Gbps Throughput (Max): Twisted Pair Cable Type: Shielded Cat6, Cat6A and Cat7 DXLink twisted pair cable runs for DXLink equipment shall only be run within a common building where a common building is def ined as: the walls of the structure(s) are physically connected and the structure(s) share a single ground reference.
  • Page 10 Overview SDX-410-DX/SDX-414-DX Specif ications (Cont.) Controls & Indicators (Cont.): LINK/ACT Indicator: (1) LED (green), lights when the Ethernet cable is connected and an active link is established. This LED also blinks when receiving Ethernet data packets Status Indicator: (1) LED (green), indicates boot and connection status Power Indicator: (1) Power LED (green) indicates the unit is powered on Active Indicator:...
  • Page 11: Sdx-510M-Dx/Sdx-514M-Dx

    Overview SDX-510M-DX/SDX-514M-DX The following table lists the specifications for the SDX-510M-DX/SDX-514M-DX: SDX-510M-DX/SDX-514M-DX Specif ications General: Dimensions (HWD): 1 11/16" x 10" x 6 7/8" (43.18 mm x 254 mm x 175.26 mm) Weight: 3.5 lb (1.6 kg) Mounting Options: Compatible with V Style Module Surface Mount or V Style Rack Mount Compatible AMX Enova •...
  • Page 12 Overview SDX-510M-DX/SDX-514M-DX Specif ications (Cont.) Environmental: Temperature (Operating): 32° F to 104° F (0° C to 40° C) Temperature (Storage): -22° F to 158° F (-30° C to 70°C) Humidity (Operating): 5% to 85% non-condensing Humidity (Storage): 0% to 90% non-condensing USB (HID) Keyboard and Mouse: USB (HID) (1) USB Type Connector ("TO HOST");...
  • Page 13 Overview SDX-510M-DX/SDX-514M-DX Specif ications (Cont.) HDMI: Compatible Formats: HDMI, HDCP, DVI Input Signal Type HDMI Support: DVI-D (Single Link with Cable Adapter) Display Port ++ (Input Only, with HDMI Cable Adapter) Input Connectors: (3) HDMI Type A Female Output Signal Type HDMI, HDCP, DVI Support: Input Re-clocking (CDR): Yes...
  • Page 14: Sdx-810-Dx

    Overview SDX-810-DX The following table lists the specifications for the SDX-810-DX: SDX-810-DX Specif ications General: Dimensions (HWD): 1 11/16" x 17" x 4 3/8" (43.18 mm x 431.8 mm x 111.25 mm) Weight: 5.5 lb (2.5 kg) Compatible AMX Enova •...
  • Page 15 Overview SDX-810-DX Specif ications (Cont.) Environmental: Temperature (Operating): 32° F to 104° F (0° C to 40° C) Temperature (Storage): -22° F to 158° F (-30° C to 70°C) Humidity (Operating): 5% to 85% non-condensing Humidity (Storage): 0% to 90% non-condensing Front Connectors: Advanced Configuration (1) USB Mini-B Connector...
  • Page 16 Overview SDX-810-DX Specif ications (Cont.) HDMI: Compatible Formats: HDMI, HDCP, DVI Input Signal Type HDMI Support: DVI-D (Single Link with Cable Adapter) Display Port ++ (Input Only, with HDMI Cable Adapter) Input Connectors: (8) HDMI Type A Female Output Signal Type HDMI, HDCP, DVI Support: Input Re-clocking (CDR): Yes...
  • Page 17: Device Connectors

    Device Connectors Device Connectors Overview This chapter provides functional details for each item on the front and rear panel of the Solecis Digital Switchers. See the Wiring Specif ications section on page 24 for information on wiring connectors for individual ports. FIG.
  • Page 18: Controls And Indicators

    Device Connectors Controls and Indicators The following sub-sections describe each component on the front panel of the switcher. Refer to FIG. 2 on page 17 for the component layout of the front panel. SELECT Pushbutton Press the SELECT pushbutton to manually switch the input routed to the output. Each press switches to the next input in order, or if the last input is currently selected, switches to the first input.
  • Page 19: Axlink Keypad Port (4-Pin Captive-Wire)

    Device Connectors AXLINK KEYPAD Port (4-pin captive-wire) The AXLINK KEYPAD port allows the switcher to provide power and data to up to two AMX AxLink Keypads. AxLink functionality requires a NetLinx Master to be present on the connected network. The AXLINK KEYPAD LED, indicating activity on the port, is located on the front panel of the device.
  • Page 20: Id Pushbutton

    Device Connectors ID Pushbutton The ID Pushbutton can be used to perform four types of initial configuration settings: Toggle between DHCP and static IP addressing (see page 33)  Assign a device address (see page 34)  Reset the unit to its factory default settings, which affects the parameters but not the firmware version (see page 34) ...
  • Page 21: Inputs And Outputs

    Device Connectors Inputs and Outputs The following sub-sections describe each component on the rear panel of the switchers. Refer to FIG. 3 on page 17 for the complete layout of the rear panel. HDMI INPUTS The HDMI INPUT connectors on the rear panel route digital video (and audio) from connected source input devices to the connected output devices.
  • Page 22: Outputs

    Device Connectors OUTPUTS One HDMI connector and one DXLink (RJ-45) port transport digital video, embedded audio, Ethernet, and bi-directional control over twisted pair cable to DXLink devices or boards, including digitally transcoded analog video signals. Both inputs support HDCP. The output resolution follows the selected source input’s resolution.
  • Page 23: Usb (Sdx-51Xm-Dx Only)

    Device Connectors USB (SDX-51xM-DX only) The two type-A USB connectors on the front panel are used to connect peripheral devices to the SDX-51xM-DX (FIG. 17). You can use the type-B USB connector to connect the switcher to a PC and emulate keyboard and mouse commands from a DXLink Receiver.
  • Page 24: Wiring Specifications

    Wiring Specifications Wiring Specif ications Overview This chapter provides the port pinouts and wiring specifications (when applicable) for each port on the front and rear panels of the Solecis Digital Switchers. Port Pinouts and Wiring Specif ications The following sub-sections describe the wiring for each port on the SDX switchers. Refer to the Device Connectors section on page 17 for the component layout of the switchers.
  • Page 25: Dvi Pinout For Dvi-To-Hdmi Cable Adapter

    Wiring Specifications DVI Pinout for DVI-to-HDMI Cable Adapter The pinout in FIG. 21 is for DVI-to-HDMI cable adapters which can be used with the modules when a DVI-I signal is required. DVI pinout for DVI-to-HDMI cable adapter FIG. 21 DVI Connector Pinout DVI Input Pin # Signal Name DVI Output Pin #...
  • Page 26: Vga Input Ports

    Wiring Specifications VGA INPUT Ports The SDX-51xM-DX features two VGA input ports on the rear panel to route analog video from connected source input devices to the connected output devices. These ports support standard VGA cabling. FIG. 22 displays one of the VGA inputs. VGA INPUT 3 FIG.
  • Page 27: Twisted Pair Cable Pinouts

    Wiring Specifications Twisted Pair Cable Pinouts AMX supports both the T568A and T568B pinout specifications for termination of the twisted pair cable used between the switcher and the DXLink receiver. FIG. 25 displays the twisted pair pinout specifications for the DXLink input. Twisted pair cable pinouts for T568A (recommended) and T568B specifications FIG.
  • Page 28: Axlink Keypad Port

    Wiring Specifications AXLINK KEYPAD Port The AXLINK KEYPAD port allows the switcher to provide data and power to up to two external AxLink keypads. FIG. 26 displays the AxLink port on the SDX-41x-DX. AXLINK KEYPAD Port (SDX-41x-DX) FIG. 26 The green AXLINK KEYPAD LED indicates AxLink data activity: Off - No power, or the switcher is not functioning properly.
  • Page 29: Dual External Button/Led Control Connector

    Wiring Specifications Dual External Button/LED Control Connector When connecting switcher to an HPX-U100-BTN button the wiring is as follows: Anode Cathode HPX-U100-BTN External button/LED Control connector wiring FIG. 29 Instruction Manual - Solecis Digital Switchers...
  • Page 30: Installation

    Installation Installation Overview Installing the Solecis Digital Switcher is a quick and simple process. Before connecting the switcher to its peripheral devices and powering the device, be sure to mount the device using one of the methods detailed below. The switchers also include rubber feet that you can apply to the bottom of the device for table-top mounting.
  • Page 31: Rack Ear Brackets

    Installation Align the module with the center of the double key-hole slots over the screws and slide into place as indicated in FIG. 33. Sliding the switcher onto the Wall Mount Screws FIG. 33 Tighten the screws. Rack Ear Brackets Rack ear brackets are included with the SDX-810-DX.
  • Page 32: Mounting The Switcher On A Pole

    Installation Mounting the Switcher on a Pole The AVB-VSTYLE-POLE-MNT, V Style Single Module Pole Mounting Kit (FG1010-723) is designed for mounting a single module to a projector pipe (or other 2 inch diameter pipes). The kit contains all the mounting hardware for the assembly in FIG. 35. Perform these steps to mount the switcher on a pole: Attach the mounting brackets to the module according to the instructions for surface mounting (see FIG.
  • Page 33: Connections And Setup

    Installation Connections and Setup The following sections describe how to connect your switcher to your network, audio/video sources, and accessories. Setting the DIP Switches Use the Configuration DIP switch to enable/disable the LAN ports and set network connectivity. All DIP switches are initially set to the OFF position.
  • Page 34: Assigning A Device Address (Id Mode)

    Installation Assigning a Device Address (ID Mode) You can use the ID Pushbutton in conjunction with the ID (Identify) Mode feature in NetLinx Studio. A momentary press of the ID Pushbutton assigns a device address to the switcher (which must be bound to the Master). You must first place the device in ID Mode in NetLinx Studio or the momentary press will be ignored.
  • Page 35: Factory Default Parameters

    Installation Factory Default Parameters Factory Default Parameters Parameter Value MAC Address As set in factory Serial Number As set in factory Ethernet Mode Auto (i.e. speed, duplex, both, auto) IP Addressing Mode DHCP IP Address (for static mode) 192.168.1.2 Netmask (for static mode) 255.255.255.0 Gateway (for static mode) 192.168.1.1...
  • Page 36: Video Switching

    Video Switching Video Switching Overview This chapter discusses the various methods you can use to change between video inputs on your switcher. You can use the following methods: Auto Switching Mode  Manual Mode (Input selection via a physical button press or ICSP command) ...
  • Page 37: Upgrading Firmware

    Upgrading Firmware Upgrading Firmware Overview The basic process of upgrading firmware on Solecis Digital Switchers involves downloading the latest firmware files from www.amx.com and using NetLinx Studio to transfer the files to a target switcher. Use the OnLine Device tree in NetLinx Studio to view the firmware files currently loaded on the switcher. FIG. 38 shows an example OnLine Tree: NetLinx Studio - Sample Online Tree FIG.
  • Page 38: Upgrading Firmware Via Netlinx Studio

    Upgrading Firmware Upgrading Firmware via NetLinx Studio NOTE: These steps assume that you have already established a connection with the target switcher (IP connection is preferred.) In NetLinx Studio, click on the OnLine Tree tab (in the Workspace Bar) to view the devices on the System. In the OnLine Tree tab, click Display and select Refresh System from the context menu.
  • Page 39 Upgrading Firmware Verify the target’s System number matches the value listed within the active System folder in the OnLine Tree. The Device number is always 0 for the switcher.  Note that the Port field is disabled (FIG. 42).  Send to NetLinx Device dialog (showing on-board switcher firmware upgrade FIG.
  • Page 40: Programming

    Programming Programming Overview The chapter defines all programming commands available for the SDX Digital Switchers. SEND_COMMANDS The commands listed in the following sections are for the switcher only. For generic NetLinx commands, see the NetLinx Integrated Switchers WebConsole and Programming Guide. The commands derive their input/output port addressing from the target D:P:S.
  • Page 41: Audio Send_Commands

    Programming AUDIO SEND_COMMANDs The following table lists the audio SEND_COMMANDs available for the Solecis Digital Switchers: Audio SEND_COMMANDs AI<input>O<output> Switches audio input port <input> to output port <output>. NOTE: This command is only compatible with the SDX-51xM-DX. Use the CI<input>O<output> command to switch audio on the SDX-41x-DX and SDX-810-DX.
  • Page 42: Audout_Mute

    Programming Audio SEND_COMMANDs (Cont.) ?AUDOUT_MUTE Requests the setting for the Mute preference of the audio output. The audio output is set by AUDOUT_FORMAT. Syntax: SEND_COMMAND <DEV>, "'?AUDOUT_MUTE'" Example: SEND_COMMAND dxDev, "'?AUDOUT_MUTE'" Returns a COMMAND string of the form: AUDOUT_MUTE-<ENABLE|DISABLE>. AUDOUT_MUTE Enable or disable audio muting on the ports specified by AUDOUT_FORMAT.
  • Page 43: Video Send_Commands

    Programming Video SEND_COMMANDs The following table lists the video SEND_COMMANDs available for the SDX Digital Media Switchers: Video SEND_COMMANDs ?EXTERNAL_BUTTON Requests the external button action option setting on the switcher. _ACTION Syntax: SEND_COMMAND <DEV>, "'?EXTERNAL_BUTTON_ACTION'" Example: SEND_COMMAND SWITCHER, "'?EXTERNAL_BUTTON_ACTION'" Returns a COMMAND string of the form: EXTERNAL_BUTTON_ACTION<CYCLE|DIRECT>. EXTERNAL_BUTTON_ACTION Sets the external button behavior to Cycle or Direct.
  • Page 44: Vidin_Edid

    Programming Video SEND_COMMANDs (Cont.) VIDIN_EDID Sets the EDID Mode for the specified video input port addressed by D:P:S. The EDID mode is the desired EDID information to be sent to the selected video source. Syntax: SEND_COMMAND <DEV>,"'VIDIN_EDID-<source>'" Variables: The source variable includes the following options: All Resolutions - uses the pre-loaded EDID for the switcher Mirror Out 1 - uses the EDID from DXLink (display on DX-RX, DVX input, or DGX input) Mirror Out Local - uses the EDID of the local display...
  • Page 45: Vidin_Hdcp

    Programming Video SEND_COMMANDs (Cont.) VIDIN_HDCP Sets the video input HDCP compliance setting of the video input port addressed by the D:P:S. Always select the input prior to enabling/disabling HDCP on it. When VIDIN_HDCP is disabled, the addressed video input will appear to any source as not being HDCP compliant. For computer sources that encrypt all video when connected to an HDCP compliant display, disabling HDCP compliance on the input will cause the computer to send non-encrypted video which can then be routed to non-compliant displays and video conferencing systems.
  • Page 46: Vidin_Pref_Edid

    Programming Video SEND_COMMANDs (Cont.) VIDIN_PREF_EDID Sets the preferred resolution of the EDID source for the specified video input. NOTE: This command only applies if you select All Resolutions with the VIDIN_EDID command. Syntax: SEND_COMMAND <DEV>, "'VIDIN_PREF_EDID-<resolution, refresh>'" Variables: resolution, refresh = The resolution and refresh rate for the EDID source. NOTE: For a list of supported input resolutions and refresh rates, see the Appendix B - Supported Resolutions section on page 57.
  • Page 47: Vidout_Mute

    Programming Video SEND_COMMANDs (Cont.) ?VIDOUT_MUTE Requests to see if VIDEO mute is enabled or disabled. Syntax: SEND_COMMAND <DEV>, "'?VIDOUT_MUTE'" Example: SEND_COMMAND SWITCHER, "'?VIDOUT_MUTE'" Returns a COMMAND string of the form: VIDOUT_MUTE<ENABLE|DISABLE>. VIDOUT_MUTE Enables or disables VIDEO mute. The output ports (HDMI, DXLINK) can enable/disable video mute individually or simultaneously.
  • Page 48: Usb Send_Commands

    Programming USB SEND_COMMANDs The following table lists the USB SEND_COMMANDs available for the Solecis Digital Switchers: USB SEND_COMMANDs ?USB_HID_CONFIG Requests the current state of USB_HID pass through on the system. Syntax: SEND_COMMAND <DEV>, "'?USB_HID_CONFIG'" Example: SEND_COMMAND SWITCHER, "'?USB_HID_CONFIG'" Returns a COMMAND string of the form: USB_HID_CONFIG-<DEVICE|NONE>. USB_HID_CONFIG Enables or disables the USB_HID pass through.
  • Page 49: Appendix A - Telnet (Terminal) Commands

    Appendix A - Telnet (Terminal) Commands Appendix A - Telnet (Terminal) Commands Establishing a Terminal Connection via Telnet Telnet terminal communication is accessed remotely via TCP/IP. The Transmitter must have its own IP address for a Telnet connection. The connection can be started from the Windows taskbar or in NetLinx Studio. By default, a User Name and Password are not applied to the Telnet port (Port 23).
  • Page 50: Setting A Telnet Username And Password

    Appendix A - Telnet (Terminal) Commands Setting a Telnet Username and Password Perform these steps to set a Telnet username and password: Establish a terminal connection via Telnet. Type Set Telnet Username, and press Enter. The program will prompt you to enter a new Telnet username; enter a username and press Enter. ...
  • Page 51: Get Config

    Appendix A - Telnet (Terminal) Commands Telnet Commands (Cont.) Command Description GET CONFIG Displays the current connection settings. Example: >get config Device number: 7010 Connection Settings -------------------------------- Mode: System Number: 2155 Master IP/URL: 192.168.43.83 Master Port: 1319 Username: Password: IP Settings -------------------------------- HostName: SDX-510-000-EXB...
  • Page 52: Get Friendly

    Appendix A - Telnet (Terminal) Commands Telnet Commands (Cont.) Command Description GET FRIENDLY Displays the device’s friendly name (for NDP). GET IP Displays the IP configuration of a device. The device displays its D:P:S, Host Name, Type (DHCP or Static), IP Address, Subnet Mask, Gateway IP, and MAC Address.
  • Page 53: Send_String[D:p:s,"String"]

    Appendix A - Telnet (Terminal) Commands Telnet Commands (Cont.) Command Description SEND_STRING Sends the specified SEND_STRING to the current switcher or connected Master. [D:P:S,"string"] NOTE: Commands cannot be forwarded to other D:P:S. Asynchronous notif ications are available for the switchers via Telnet (and NetLinx Studio). Example: send_string 32001:1:1,"27,18,0"...
  • Page 54: Set Friendly

    Appendix A - Telnet (Terminal) Commands Telnet Commands (Cont.) Command Description SET FRIENDLY Set the device’s friendly name for NDP to <name>. Syntax: SET FRIENDLY <name> • Maximum length = 25 characters. If the name entered exceeds 25 characters, it will be truncated. •...
  • Page 55: Master Connection Modes

    Appendix A - Telnet (Terminal) Commands Telnet Commands (Cont.) Command Description SHOW CONNECTION STATS Shows the connection statistics for the device. Output similar to the following example: >show connection stats Connection Statistics Total Last 15 Minutes ===== =============== ICSP Messages: 10039 received 333 received 10038 transmitted 333 transmitted...
  • Page 56: Url Vs. Ndp Vs. Auto

    Appendix A - Telnet (Terminal) Commands URL vs. NDP vs. Auto Determining which connection method to use for Master Connection Mode is essentially a matter of deciding what information the device should use to identify the correct Master to which you want to connect. The default mode is NDP;...
  • Page 57: Appendix B - Supported Resolutions

    Appendix B - Supported Resolutions Appendix B - Supported Resolutions Available Pixel Display and Refresh Rates The available pixel display and refresh rates for the input devices connected to the switcher are listed in this appendix. DVI, HDMI, and VGA Supported Input Resolutions DVI, HDMI, and VGA Supported Input Resolutions Resolution Horizontal...
  • Page 58 Appendix B - Supported Resolutions DVI, HDMI, and VGA Supported Input Resolutions (Cont.) Resolution Horizontal Vertical Refresh HDMI & DVI Comments Video Standard Active Pixels Active Lines (Hz) Support Support 1360x768@60 1360 VESA DMT   1400x1050@60 1400 1050 VESA DMT ...
  • Page 59: Appendix C - Edid Programming (Sdx-51Xm-Dx Only)

    Appendix C - EDID Programming (SDX-51xM-DX only) Appendix C - EDID Programming (SDX-51xM-DX only) DGX Conf iguration Software Overview IMPORTANT: Because signals routed through DXLink Transmitters normally produce a quality image, you will not need the information in this appendix unless the installation has special EDID requirements for VGA. AMX’s DGX Configuration Software has a tabbed view for EDID Programming.
  • Page 60: General Notes For Working With Dgx Configuration Software And The Sdx-51Xm-Dx

    Appendix C - EDID Programming (SDX-51xM-DX only) Select the EDID Programmer tab in the interface (defaults to the Scaler Mode tab**). DGX Configuration Software Tool FIG. 43 * If you are unsure of the USB Serial Port (COM <number>) being used, on the PC go to Start > Control Panel > Device Manager and expand the “Ports”...
  • Page 61: Edid Programmer View

    Appendix C - EDID Programming (SDX-51xM-DX only) EDID Programmer View From the EDID Programmer view, EDID EEPROM chips for the HD-15 (VGA) connector on the switcher can be re-programmed if necessary. NOTE: The EDID Programmer will not work in conjunction with the HDMI connector on the TX. EDID Overview EDID (Extended Display Identification Data) is a data structure established by the Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA) to enable plug-and-play support by enabling easy configuration of a computer’s graphics subsystem based on the capabilities of...
  • Page 62: Writing Vga Edid Data To A Switcher

    Appendix C - EDID Programming (SDX-51xM-DX only) Writing VGA EDID Data to a Switcher Download the VGA EDID set provided by technical support. On the PC, open the DGX Configuration Software and select the EDID Programmer tab. Under Inputs/Outputs on the left, expand the device tree, and select the HD-15 input. From the File menu, select Open File to select the VGA .edid file that was downloaded in Step 1.
  • Page 63 The AMX Warranty and Return Policy and related documents can be viewed/downloaded at www.amx.com. 3000 RESEARCH DRIVE, RICHARDSON, TX 75082 AMX.com | 800.222.0193 | 469.624.8000 | +1.469.624.7400 | fax 469.624.7153 AMX (UK) LTD, AMX by HARMAN - Unit C, Auster Road, Clifton Moor, York, YO30 4GD United Kingdom • +44 1904-343-100 • www.amx.com/eu/...

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