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Signal Processors
MGP 641 xi Series
Multi-Graphic Processor
68-2396-03 Rev. A
07 23

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  • Page 1 User Guide Signal Processors MGP 641 xi Series Multi-Graphic Processor 68-2396-03 Rev. A 07 23...
  • Page 2 Safety Instructions Safety Instructions • English WARNING: This symbol, , when used on the product, is intended to alert the user of the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product’s enclosure that may present a risk of electric shock. ATTENTION: This symbol, , when used on the product, is intended...
  • Page 3 Copyright © 2023 Extron. All rights reserved. www.extron.com 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. or Extron (see the current list of trademarks on the Terms of Use page at...
  • 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.
  • Page 5 Conventions Used in this Guide Notifications The following notifications are used in this guide: Risk of minor personal injury. CAUTION: 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,,0p1 scene 1,1 ^B 51 ^W^C.0...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Symbol Definitions ........46 Window Select Buttons ........ 18 Command and Response Table for Muting and Freezing a Window......19 MGP 641 xi Series SIS Commands ....52 Mute ............. 19 Command and Response Table for IP SIS Freeze ............19 Commands .............
  • Page 8 Outputs Panel ..........100 Reference Information ........101 Best Practices for Cleaning Your Extron Products . Mounting the MGP 641 xi Series Processor ..102 Tabletop Use ..........102 Rack Mounting ........... 102 Updating the Firmware ........103 Determining the Firmware Version ....103 Downloading the Firmware ......

  • Page 9: Introduction

    MGP 641 xi Series embedded web pages, and the front panel buttons and knobs. Models The MGP 641 xi Series consists of two models: MGP 641 xi and MGP 641 xi SDI. Both models have four HDMI inputs and one live HDMI background input. The MGP 641 xi SDI model has, in addition, four SDI inputs.

  • Page 10: Features

    Supports custom EDID and output resolutions — User-defined output resolutions • up to 600 MHz pixel clock can be supported by uploading custom EDID files or capturing EDID from a display or other destination device. MGP 641 xi Series • Introduction...
  • Page 11 Video keying — Content from any window can be keyed over lower priority windows or background content. • Cascade multiple MGP 641 xi Series processors for additional windows — Up to four MGP units can be cascaded via the HDMI 2.0 background input to present up to 16 windows on a single display.
  • Page 12 • Internal Extron Everlast™ power supply — Provides worldwide power compatibility, with high-demonstrated reliability and low power consumption. Extron Everlast Power Supply is covered by a 7-year parts and labor warranty. • MGP 641 xi Series • Introduction...

  • Page 13: Application Diagrams

    IP Link Pro Control Processor Ethernet PC Workstation 4K Workstation 4K Media Player Extron BYOD TLP Pro 1025T 10" Tabletop TouchLink Pro Touchpanel HDMI Camera Figure 1. Connection Diagram Example for MGP 641 xi MGP 641 xi Series • Introduction...

  • Page 14: Mgp 641 Xi Sdi Application Diagrams

    Ethernet OVER Control Processor Drive Extron TLP Pro 1025T 10" Tabletop TouchLink Pro Ethernet 4K Workstation PC Workstation 4K Media Player Touchpanel Figure 3. Connection Diagram Example for MGP 641 xi SDI with Annotation MGP 641 xi Series • Introduction...

  • Page 15: Ultra-High Resolution Support

    If the output rate is set to 3840 x 2160 or 4096 x 2160 at 50 Hz, 59.94 Hz, or 60 Hz, the twisted pair outputs are active only if connected to a DTP3 receiver. DTP Support MGP 641 xi Series use DTP3 extension technology on the DTP output and support DTP and DTP3 receivers. •...

  • Page 16: Sdi Embedded Audio (Xi Sdi Model Only)

    The default source selection is window 1, but all audio outputs are muted by default to ensure audio is not passed through without being configured. Audio Configuration starting on page 62 for information on the channels contained within each group. MGP 641 xi Series • Introduction...

  • Page 17: Installation

    Installation This section describes the installation procedures for the MGP 641 xi Series Multi-Graphic Processors and the connectors on the rear panels. Topics include: Installation Overview • • Rear Panel Features and Connections • Installing the LockIt HDMI Cable Lacing Brackets Twisted Pair Recommendations for DTP, XTP, and HDBT Communication •...

  • Page 18: Rear Panel Features And Connections

    HDMI connector in order to display the video source live as a background on the output screen. The background HDMI source is displayed behind the four MGP 641 xi Series windows and any auxiliary content. This input is not scaled. MGP 641 xi Series • Installation...
  • Page 19 NOTE: RS-232 communication can also be sent to the far end of the twisted pair connection, but it must be done through RS-232 insertion via Ethernet. A control signal applied to an MGP 641 xi Series LAN port can be routed to the RS-232 port of any connected twisted pair device (see...
  • Page 20 HDMI or DTP output. Wire the connector for line level, balanced or unbalanced, analog stereo (see figure 6). No Ground Here Ring Sleeves Sleeves Do not tin the wires! Ring No Ground Here Balanced Audio Output Unbalanced Audio Output Figure 6. Audio Output Connector Wiring MGP 641 xi Series • Installation...

  • Page 21: Installing The Lockit Hdmi Cable Lacing Brackets

    • Ne serrez pas trop la vis de montage du connecteur HDMI. Le blindage auquel elle est attachée est très fin et peut facilement être dénudé. MGP 641 xi Series • Installation...

  • Page 22: Twisted Pair Recommendations For Dtp, Xtp, And Hdbt Communication

    A control signal applied to an MGP 641 xi Series LAN port can be routed to the RS-232 port of the connected twisted pair device. The RS-232 inputs and outputs inserted via Ethernet can support up to a 115 K baud rate.

  • Page 23: Connecting For Ethernet To Rs-232 Insertion

    74) to configure the RS-232 port protocol (baud rate, parity, data bits, and stop bits). Connect the TP cable from the MGP 641 xi Series DTP Out connector to the input of the DTP endpoint (receiver). Connect a serial cable from the DTP receiver to the device to be controlled.

  • Page 24: Operation

    Operation This section describes setup and operating procedures for the MGP 641 xi Series available from the front panel. The following topics are discussed: • Front Panel Features • Power-up and Default Cycle Selecting a Window and Input • •...

  • Page 25: Power-Up And Default Cycle

    ADJUST knobs — Turn the horizontal ( [ ) and vertical ( { ) ADJUST knobs to scroll through submenu options and preset memory slots, and to adjust picture controls. Power-up and Default Cycle When the MGP 641 xi Series first powers up, the LCD screen displays an initial sequence of three screens: Extron...

  • Page 26: Selecting A Window And Input

    30 seconds of inactivity. Selecting a Window and Input The MGP 641 xi Series has four windows in which to display sources. To select a window is to select its associated input, or logo if assigned.

  • Page 27: Muting And Freezing A Window

    A preset is a set of window (input) parameters that you create and save as a preset in MGP memory. You can recall a saved preset and implement its settings at any time. A preset enables you to save time by applying a group of settings to the MGP 641 xi Series simultaneously.
  • Page 28 Figure 11 on the next page shows the 16 different factory default preset window configurations for the MGP 641 xi Series. These presets can be used for any output rate, and do not have border styles associated with them (see the Presets commands on page 60).

  • Page 29: Input Presets

    Factory Default Window Preset Configurations Input Presets The MGP 641 xi Series has 128 input preset slots that are global, containing all of the settings for an input when the MGP is used with an upstream matrix switcher. Input presets allow a matrix switcher with multiple types of video inputs to be connected to the MGP to expand the number of input video sources.

  • Page 30: Picture Controls

    Picture Controls The MGP 641 xi Series processors have four picture control buttons located on the front panel to the left of the PRESET RECALL/SAVE WINDOW WINDOW /IMAGE /IMAGE and ENTER buttons. Use these buttons to adjust horizontal and SIZE...

  • Page 31: Picture Controls Summary

    When completed: for the input aspect ratio and size are set to maintain the native aspect Auto Image Win 1 setting. ratio for the input rate with respect to the window Complete! being affected. MGP 641 xi Series • Operation...

  • Page 32: Menus, Configuration, And Adjustments

    Menus, Configuration, and Adjustments The MGP 641 xi Series menus enable you to configure the processor. The names of the menu, submenus, and options are displayed on the LCD screen on the front panel. The menu navigation buttons (MENU and NEXT) are located to the right of the LCD screen (see figure 12).
  • Page 33 Press NEXT 30 sec. NEXT Figure 13. Main Menu Flow NOTE: From any menu or submenu, the MGP saves all adjustment settings and times out to the default screens after 30 seconds of inactivity. MGP 641 xi Series • Operation...

  • Page 34: Input Configuration Menu

    Aspect Ratio — Select the aspect ratio of the image relative to the window in which it is displayed. The options are: • Fill — Each input signal fills its entire window (default). • Follow — Each input signal is displayed with its native aspect ratio. MGP 641 xi Series • Operation...

  • Page 35: Output Configuration Menu

    Default: 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz (1080p) • YUV 422 Limited Display Rotate HDCP Note Next Green Screen • Off (default) • Green Screen (default) • +90 Degrees • Black Screen • -90 Degrees Figure 15. Output Configuration Menu Flow MGP 641 xi Series • Operation...
  • Page 36 2560 x 1440 2560 x 1600 3840 x 2160 4096 x 2160** Custom 1 - 10 For new resolutions * Default ** Resolution not available as an EDID, only as an output rate option MGP 641 xi Series • Operation...
  • Page 37 Output rotation is available for all MGP resolutions and rates. Rotation selections include: • Off (default) + 90 degrees (90° clockwise) • • - 90 degrees (90° counterclockwise) MGP 641 xi Series • Operation...

  • Page 38: Window Configuration Menu

    (priority 1), move <2> all the way to the left, following the letter F on the LCD screen. Repeat steps 1 and 2 as desired for each additional window whose priority you want to change. MGP 641 xi Series • Operation...
  • Page 39 0.1 second increments. (Effect duration is not available with the cut effect.) To set an effect duration: Press the NEXT button five times, until Effect Duration is displayed. Rotate either the horizontal ( [ ) or the vertical ( { ) ADJUST knob to select an effect duration. MGP 641 xi Series • Operation...

  • Page 40: Image/Logo Configuration Menu

    NOTE: All image keying parameters configured via VCS as part of the logo preset are applied to the image when it is scaled in a window (see the VCS Help File to configure logos). MGP 641 xi Series • Operation...
  • Page 41 If a new logo was selected, one of the following screens appears: {Window number}: Win Recalled • Logo nnn Foregnd Recalled • Logo nnn Backgnd Recalled • Logo nnn Press NEXT again to move to the next Image/Logo Configuration menu item. MGP 641 xi Series • Operation...

  • Page 42: Advanced Configuration Menu

    If you select this background, you must set the output resolution to that • of the HDMI background input (the refresh rate is changed automatically). Otherwise, the background is black or blue, depending on the screen saver setting. MGP 641 xi Series • Operation...
  • Page 43 Color Bars Grayscale Audio Test Figure 19. Test Patterns Available for the MGP 641 xi Series NOTES: By default all test patterns include a single pixel wide crop pattern line. • The Audio Test pattern displays a crop pattern and also outputs pink noise at •...
  • Page 44 After 5 seconds, the default cycle resumes. No panels On the touchpanel screen, tap the crosshair that appears in the upper-left corner (see figure 21, on the next page). NOTE: If not tapped, the crosshair disappears after 15 seconds. MGP 641 xi Series • Operation...
  • Page 45 NOTE: The equivalent SIS command is E ZXXX } . This command does not affect the current password, including the initial factory-set serial number. For other reset methods, see Resetting starting on page 40. MGP 641 xi Series • Operation...

  • Page 46: Comm Settings Menu

    Use the Comm Settings menu to view and edit the serial communication port configuration and the MGP 641 xi Series IP addresses. This menu consists of two levels: View Comm Settings and Edit Comm Settings (Edit Comm Settings is accessed through View Comm Settings).

  • Page 47: Additional Functions

    Additional Functions HDCP Authorization The HDCP Authorized function allows the MGP 641 xi Series HDMI inputs to be able to report as an HDCP authorized sink or a non-HDCP authorized sink (display) device to a source device. This is especially useful for sources that encrypt their output even if the source material does not require HDCP encryption, which would then prevent content from being displayed on non-HDCP compliant displays.

  • Page 48: Locking The Front Panel (Executive Mode)

    Analysez minutieusement les différents modes de réinitialisation (voir tableau page • suivante). Appliquer le mauvais mode de réinitialisation peut causer une perte inattendue de la programmation de la mémoire flash, une reconfiguration des ports ou une réinitialisation du processeur. MGP 641 xi Series • Operation...
  • Page 49 The reset LED blinks four times in quick succession during the reset. NOTE: The Full Factory Reset clears all adjustments. To save these settings, use VCS to back up the current configuration (see the VCS Help File for information). MGP 641 xi Series • Operation...

  • Page 50: On-Screen Annotation

    On-screen Annotation The MGP 641 xi Series support annotation features that allow you to draw or point on 4K video and computer sources using a touchpanel or mouse. Annotation is available via VCS (see the VCS Help File) and SIS commands (see the Annotation commands on page 70).

  • Page 51: Remote Configuration And Control

    Configuration and Control The MGP 641 xi Series can be configured and controlled via Extron Simple Instruction Set (SIS) commands when connected to a host computer or other device (such as a control system). Attach the host device to the rear panel RS-232 connector or LAN connector, or to the front panel USB port.

  • Page 52: Initial Power Up Messages

    • n.nn Password Messages If the MGP 641 xi Series is protected by a password, the following password message prompts you for the password to access the MGP features. ] Password ] The prompt requires a password, followed by a carriage return. The prompt is repeated if the correct password is not entered.

  • Page 53: Processor-Initiated Messages

    ASCII (Telnet). ASCII to Hex Conversion Table Space • Figure 23. ASCII to Hexadecimal Character Conversion Table MGP 641 xi Series • Remote Configuration and Control...

  • Page 54: Symbol Definitions

    Response is two digits, padded with a zero. • The last character cannot be a hyphen. Output resolutions and EDID emulation • No distinction is made between uppercase and the next page. lowercase letters. MGP 641 xi Series • Remote Configuration and Control...
  • Page 55 Custom EDID/Output rate 7 Custom EDID/Output rate 8 Custom EDID/Output rate 9 Custom EDID/Output rate 10 *Default output resolution **Default EDID ***Not available as an EDID, only as an output rate option MGP 641 xi Series • Remote Configuration and Control...
  • Page 56 1 = Sink detected but no HDCP present 1-63 pixels wide. Default is 8. 2 = Sink detected with HDCP Cursor timeout 1-500 seconds. Default is 10 seconds. 0 = Cursor time out is disabled. MGP 641 xi Series • Remote Configuration and Control...
  • Page 57 (interface and rate permitting), 8-bit to all others Window border style presets — 0 - 128 1 = Force 8-bit 0 = No border Response is three digits, padded with zeros. MGP 641 xi Series • Remote Configuration and Control...
  • Page 58 MGP and a connected command on page 66 to view a list of available time device. Verbose mode creates more network zones). traffic than usual, which can slow down network performance. MGP 641 xi Series • Remote Configuration and Control...
  • Page 59 Number of Ethernet port connections X19( Prefix representing subnet mask bits (subnet mask value in CISG commands). Default = /16, which represents the default subnet mask, 255.255.0.0. Example: 255.255.240.0 is represented as /20. MGP 641 xi Series • Remote Configuration and Control...

  • Page 60: Command And Response Table For Mgp 641 Xi Series Sis Commands

    Command and Response Table for MGP 641 xi Series SIS Commands ASCII Response Command Description (Host to Processor) (Processor to Host) Input Configuration Input Video Type Set video type Ityp Set input to video format View video type View video format of input...
  • Page 61 Saving a single space repopulates with the default name. 1 = Fill: Each input rate fills the entire window (default). = Aspect ratio setting 2 = Follow: Each input rate displays with its native aspect ratio. MGP 641 xi Series • Remote Configuration and Control...
  • Page 62 0 = Disabled (default) = Image or display rotation 1 = 90 degrees clockwise (the LCD panel displays +90 degrees) 2 = 90 degrees counterclockwise (the LCD panel displays -90 degrees) MGP 641 xi Series • Remote Configuration and Control...
  • Page 63 = Horizontal and vertical size (width and Minimum = 1/16 the size of the active output area. height) Maximum = 2x size of the active output area. Response is five digits, padded with zeros. MGP 641 xi Series • Remote Configuration and Control...
  • Page 64 = Horizontal and vertical size (width and Minimum = 1/16 the size of the active output area. height) Maximum = 2x size of the active output area. Response is five digits, padded with zeros. MGP 641 xi Series • Remote Configuration and Control...
  • Page 65 = Horizontal and vertical size (width and Minimum = 1/16 the size of the active output area. height) Maximum = 2x size of the active output area. Response is five digits, padded with zeros. MGP 641 xi Series • Remote Configuration and Control...
  • Page 66 0 = Disabled (default) = Input or display rotation 1 = 90 degrees clockwise (the LCD panel displays +90 degrees) 2 = 90 degrees counterclockwise (the LCD panel displays -90 degrees) MGP 641 xi Series • Remote Configuration and Control...
  • Page 67 2 = No active input, timer expired, output sync disabled Window border style presets — 0 - 128 = Window border style 0 = No border Response is three digits, padded with zeros. MGP 641 xi Series • Remote Configuration and Control...
  • Page 68 The first character must be a letter. • The last character cannot be a hyphen. • Not case-sensitive. 1 - 128 = Window preset number Response is three digits, padded with zeros. MGP 641 xi Series • Remote Configuration and Control...
  • Page 69 The first character must be a letter. • The last character cannot be a hyphen. • Not case-sensitive. 1 - 128. Response is three digits, padded with zeros. = Input preset number MGP 641 xi Series • Remote Configuration and Control...
  • Page 70 Passes all digital audio input signals to the HDMI outputs. Audio input format ) on page 48 3 = Multi-Ch — Configures input EDID for Multi-Ch support. Passes all for more information.) digital audio input signals to the HDMI outputs. MGP 641 xi Series • Remote Configuration and Control...
  • Page 71 0 = All windows, 1 = Window 1, 2 = Window 2, 3 = Window 3, = Window number 4 = Window 4 = AES audio channel or pair number X8& 1 - 4. = AES channel or pair group number 0 = No image MGP 641 xi Series • Remote Configuration and Control...
  • Page 72 The last character cannot be a hyphen. • Not case-sensitive. X2& 1 - 32. Response is three digits, padded with zeros. = Logo or image slot number 0 = No image MGP 641 xi Series • Remote Configuration and Control...
  • Page 73 4 = Level key 0 - 255 = Logo effect level setting 0 = Disabled (default), 1 = Transparency, 2 = RGB key, = Logo key effect 3 = Level key MGP 641 xi Series • Remote Configuration and Control...
  • Page 74 For vertical image shift: A negative (–) number shifts the image up within the window. A positive (+) number shifts it down. 0 = Off or disabled (default), 1 = On or enabled = On or off status MGP 641 xi Series • Remote Configuration and Control...
  • Page 75 3 = Seamless cut — Freeze last frame on loss or change of sync and seamlessly cut to new signal when it is locked. 4 = Low latency mode — Display the new signal as quickly as possible. MGP 641 xi Series • Remote Configuration and Control...
  • Page 76 0 = Video or TMDS signal not detected = Video signal status 1 = Video or TMDS signal detected Response format: Input1*Input2*Input3*Input4*Background Input DTP (default), 1 XTP, 2 = HDBaseT = Twisted pair format MGP 641 xi Series • Remote Configuration and Control...
  • Page 77 <network path> must be defined using VCS and proper username and password credentials must be provided. NOTE: Subdirectories under the <network path> can be defined, but must be enabled by the network permissions. MGP 641 xi Series • Remote Configuration and Control...
  • Page 78 000000 = Black, 010000 = Dark red (33%), 100000 = Medium red (66%), 110000 = Bright Red (100%), 001100 = Bright green, 000011 = Bright blue (default), 111111 = White, 010101 = Dark gray (33%) MGP 641 xi Series • Remote Configuration and Control...
  • Page 79 = Enable or disable object fill 1-63 pixels. Default is 8. = Line weight or eraser size 1-500 seconds. Default is 10 seconds. = Cursor timeout 0 = Cursor time out is disabled. MGP 641 xi Series • Remote Configuration and Control...
  • Page 80 0 = IP config file (ip.cfg) = Configuration file type 2 = Unit-specific parameters file (box.cfg) NOTE: Configuration files are stored on directory/nortxe-backup, which is created on the unit when the configuration is saved. MGP 641 xi Series • Remote Configuration and Control...
  • Page 81 This command is required after any changes are made to the IP address, subnet mask, DHCP, or gateway, unless the changes are made via a CISG command (see Set Multiple IP Parameters with a Single Command (CISG Commands) on page 78). MGP 641 xi Series • Remote Configuration and Control...

  • Page 82: Command And Response Table For Ip Sis Commands

    The UTC equivalent for a particular time zone as well as a = Time zone description general description of the geographical area. The description is formatted as {UTC offset} : {location name}. MGP 641 xi Series • Remote Configuration and Control...
  • Page 83 Default: Empty string (enter a single space) X17! 0 = Enabled, 1 = Disabled, 2 = Sync now = Network Time Protocol (NTP) setting MGP 641 xi Series • Remote Configuration and Control...
  • Page 84 2 = Verbose mode is off, tagged responses are sent for queries (tagged responses are enabled). 3 = Verbose mode is on (enabled) and tagged responses are enabled and sent for queries. MGP 641 xi Series • Remote Configuration and Control...
  • Page 85 A combination of the model name and the last three character pairs of = Default unit name the unit MAC address. Example: MGP-641-00-02-3D) X15@ 0 = Not logged in, 1 = User, 2 = Administrator = Session security level MGP 641 xi Series • Remote Configuration and Control...
  • Page 86 (min = 1 (10 seconds), max = 65000 (650,000 seconds), and default = 30 (300 seconds). If no data is received during the timeout period, the Ethernet connection is closed. Each step is 10 seconds. MGP 641 xi Series • Remote Configuration and Control...
  • Page 87 PmapB• *00000 port. View the SIS-over-SSH port View the current SIS-over-SSH PMAP {port number} mapping port mapping. KEY: 0 = disabled, 1 = enabled Echo status Network interface card (NIC) number MGP 641 xi Series • Remote Configuration and Control...
  • Page 88 = Mount point (network shares) X10* = Username (network shares) X10( = Password (network shares) X11) = Options (network shares) X11@ = Boolian for Extron share (network shares) X11% = Boolian for reconnect (network shares) MGP 641 xi Series • Remote Configuration and Control...
  • Page 89 In verbose modes 2 and 3: XnasG[list of shares in JSON format] Example: {“options”: “”, “username”: “”, “password”: “”, “type”: “nfs”, “service”: “10.0.0.0://home/bob/Videos”, “mountpoint”: “10.0.0.0”, “extron_share”: false, “status”: “unavailable”, “reconnect”: true}, {…}] MGP 641 xi Series • Remote Configuration and Control...

  • Page 90: Videowall Configuration Software (Vcs) Program

    Videowall Configuration Software (VCS) Program The Extron VCS program is a PC-based program for the MGP 641 xi Series that provides a convenient way to configure the processor. System configuration is broken down into logical tasks, including output and wall configuration, source setup, window preset design, and EDID Minder.
  • Page 91 By default, the installation places the program files at: C:\Program Files (x86)\Extron\Extron VCS. If there is not already an Extron folder in your Program Files x86 folder, the installation program creates it as well. MGP 641 xi Series • Remote Configuration and Control...

  • Page 92: Starting The Configuration Program

    Start > All Programs > Extron > Videowall Configuration Software. VCS opens with the Start screen for the MGP 641 xi Series. The Connect ) is selected, and the Connect to Device panel on the side tab (see figure 26,...
  • Page 93 In the IP Address field, enter the address of the MGP to be connected (see figure 28, Ensure that MGP is selected from the Device Type drop-down list ( NOTE: A unit added this way is not shown in the Select Devices to Add panel. MGP 641 xi Series • HTML Configuration and Control...
  • Page 94 (System Devices) panel (see ). The designation Added ( figure 30, ) appears in front of the selected MGP in the Select Device(s) to Add panel. Figure 30. Connection Screen MGP 641 xi Series • HTML Configuration and Control...
  • Page 95 Configuring multiple devices To create a configuration with more than one MGP 641 xi Series processor, use the Manual tab of the Connect to Device screen to add devices to the configuration. A configuration can contain up to four devices (see the VCS Help File to add devices to a configuration).

  • Page 96: Html Configuration And Control

    HTML Configuration and Control The MGP 641 xi Series features an internal web server, displayed as a web page. This page allows you to monitor and adjust certain settings of the MGP via a LAN connection. Use a web browser to view the pages on a PC connected to the MGP LAN port.

  • Page 97: Web Page Components

    Click the Sign In button (see figure 31, on the previous page). Web Page Components The MGP 641 xi Series web page opens with the following screen: Ports and Settings Panel Ports and Settings Panel Status panel Status panel...

  • Page 98: Ports And Settings Panel

    (Clicking the EDIT button first is optional.) When the sync is completed, the current date and time appear in the Date | Time field, followed by a green check mark ( MGP 641 xi Series • HTML Configuration and Control...
  • Page 99 To set the date, time, or time zone manually: In the Date and Time panel, click the EDIT button (see figure 33, Figure 34. Date and Time Editing Panel Under Set Duration, select Manual. MGP 641 xi Series • HTML Configuration and Control...
  • Page 100 (see figure 34, on the previous page). When finished entering settings, click SAVE ( ) to confirm them, or CANCEL to close the dialog box without implementing the settings. MGP 641 xi Series • HTML Configuration and Control...
  • Page 101 When syncing to NTP servers is enabled, the MGP syncs to the server at the address entered in the NTP Server #1 space. If it fails to connect to server #1, it tries server #2, then server #3. MGP 641 xi Series • HTML Configuration and Control...
  • Page 102 NOTE: If DHCP is being enabled, the web page attempts to redirect and connect to the unit via the unit name (TCP/IP hostname). If a static IP address is being set, the web page attempts to connect to the new IP address. MGP 641 xi Series • HTML Configuration and Control...
  • Page 103 In the Admin Password field, enter a single space. Enter a single space in the Confirm Admin Password field. Click Create. The password is reset to the default password, which is extron. MGP 641 xi Series • HTML Configuration and Control...
  • Page 104 Downloading the Firmware on page 105). To update firmware: In the Firmware panel, click the Select File button (see figure 40, Figure 40. SELECT FILE Button on the Firmware Panel MGP 641 xi Series • HTML Configuration and Control...
  • Page 105 Firmware Update Dialog Box with a Firmware File Selected Click Install ( ) to begin uploading the firmware. (If you want to cancel the update, click the X button in the upper-right corner of the Update Firmware panel.) MGP 641 xi Series • HTML Configuration and Control...
  • Page 106 10). The defaults are: • Baud rate — 9600 Parity Bit — N (none) • Data bits — 8 • Stop bits — 1 • Figure 44. RS-232 Panel MGP 641 xi Series • HTML Configuration and Control...

  • Page 107: I/O Ports

    The signal is HDCP encrypted. The signal is not encrypted. No Signal There is no signal detected. When finished viewing the input information, click the Inputs arrow again to collapse the panel. MGP 641 xi Series • HTML Configuration and Control...

  • Page 108: Outputs Panel

    The following status symbols may be displayed for the outputs: Symbol Definition The display is HDCP compliant (follows input). The display is not HDCP compliant (follows input). No Display No display is connected. MGP 641 xi Series • HTML Configuration and Control...

  • Page 109: Reference Information

    This section provides reference information on the MGP Products. Topics include: • Best Practices for Cleaning Your Extron Products • Mounting the MGP 641 xi Series Processor Updating the Firmware • Best Practices for Cleaning Your Extron Products Depending on the device, application, and...

  • Page 110: Mounting The Mgp 641 Xi Series Processor

    Rack Mounting The MGP 641 xi Series can be mounted to a standard 19-inch rack shelf. Mounting kits are available at www.extron.com. To mount the unit, see the instructions provided with the kit. UL guidelines for rack mounting The following Underwriters Laboratories (UL) guidelines pertain to the safe installation of the MGP 641 xi Series in a rack.

  • Page 111: Updating The Firmware

    Device Settings tab in VCS. Using the LCD display at Power-on Watch the LCD window as you connect the MGP 641 xi Series to a power source. The third introductory screen (see figure 48, on the next page) contains device part number and the firmware version and build.
  • Page 112 Displaying the Firmware Version at Power-up Using the web page The MGP 641 xi Series comes from the factory with a default embedded web page. The Firmware panel displays the firmware version of your unit, as well as an Update...

  • Page 113: Downloading The Firmware

    Downloading the Firmware To obtain the latest version of MGP 641 xi Series firmware file and install it on your computer: Figure 50. Downloading Firmware from the Extron Website On www.extron.com, click the Download tab (see figure 50, ) in the Downloads column.
  • Page 114 ) at the right edge of the MGP 641 xi row. On the login page that appears next, fill in the required information to log in to www.extron.com (if you need an Insider Account, see your Extron representative). MGP 641 xi Series • Reference Information...

  • Page 115: Uploading The Firmware To The Mgp 641 Xi Series

    Uploading the Firmware to the MGP 641 xi Series After you have installed the new firmware on your computer, you must upload it to the MGP. Firmware uploads can be performed via the MGP 641 xi Series internal web page (see Firmware panel on page 96...
  • Page 116 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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