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- Page 1 Manual TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00065 Rev1 01/04/23 Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/04/23...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
5.A DX2 - TX2 Table Hub Installation Guide 5.B DX2 - AB Equipment Plate Installation Guide 23 Section6 System Wiring 6.A System Wiring 6.B Single Display 6.C Dual Display Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/04/23... - Page 3 Environmental Policy Environmental Policy Materials and Manufacture Packaging Recycling Ashton Bentley Section 13 Warranty Warranty Overview Year Two & Three - Return to Base Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/04/23...
- Page 4 Thank you for choosing Ashton Bentley Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/04/23...
- Page 5 Bentley Group Limited is not responsible for printing or clerical errors. Information in this document is subject to change. www.ashtonbentley.com © 2023 Ashton Bentley Group Limited, All rights reserved. Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/04/23...
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Page 6: About This Document
Connection and operation of 3rd party products are not covered by this document. Please note Illustrations in this document might look different from your product. Content is subject to change without notice Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/04/23... -
Page 7: Please Read This First 5 Section
1. The Basics Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/04/23... -
Page 8: A System Basics
1.A System Basics To appreciate the functions of the Ashton Bentley solution, it is useful to understand how the system is designed and how it operates. The TX2 Table Hub (1) is installed under a table, in a lectern or wherever a connection to laptops is required. -
Page 9: Package Contents
2. Package Contents Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/04/23... -
Page 10: A Tx2 Box Labels
• HDMI Retractor 900-00489 A: Product Description B: Carton ID C: Part Number D: Part Number Barcode E: Serial Number F: Compliance & Conformity Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/04/23... -
Page 11: E Dx2 Box Labels
(L) 325 x (W)315 x (H)145 A: Product Description B: Carton ID C: Part Number D: Part Number Barcode E: Serial Number F: Compliance & Conformity Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/04/23... -
Page 12: Tx2 Table Hub Transmitter
3. TX2 Table Hub Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/04/23... -
Page 13: A Tx2 Overview
The TX2 Table Hub is an interface designed to connect USB-C and HDMI Inputs over distance to a presentation system, Video Bar or Video Communication system via the DX2 Room Hub. The TX2 is installed under a table, in a lectern or wherever connection to laptops or similar devices is required. - Page 14 24V DC USB-C PWR 24v Power Input (USB-C Charge) Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/04/23 Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/11/22...
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Page 15: C Tx2 Connectivity Schematic
3.C TX2 Connectivity Schematic Without Tablebox With Tablebox Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/04/23 Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/11/22... -
Page 16: Dx2 Room Hub Receiver
4. DX2 Room Hub Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/04/23... -
Page 17: A Dx2 Overview
Attributes: • Uncompressed 4K60 4:4:4 resolution inputs and outputs • Cat6A or Cat7 link to TX2 (Video, audio, USB, control, and power) - up to 35m • System Configuration tool via internal web server for set-up and control • 2 Auxiliary HDMI input ports with input signal sensing •... -
Page 18: B Dx2 Connectivity 1 Overview
Connection status LED (Red No signal; Green DEVICE 2/3 USB-A USB-A with 5v Power (switched under DX2 control) Signal connected) DEVICE 1 USB-A USB-A with 5v (non-switched) Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/04/23... -
Page 19: C Dx2 Connectivity 2 Overview
3.5mm 3 Pole Jack RS232 Display Control CONTROL D Sub 9 Pin Female Control codecs with Serial Port CODEC CONTROL USB-B Control codecs with USB-B Port Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/04/23... -
Page 20: D Dx2 Connectivity 2 Schematic
4.C DX2 Connectivity Schematic Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/04/23... -
Page 21: Installation Instructions
5. Installation Instructions Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/04/23... -
Page 22: A Dx2 - Tx2 Table Hub Installation Guide
5.A TX2 Table Hub - Installation Options AB table legs have space dedicated for the TX2. Mount using 4 x female AB knobs supplied. AB Input Cables or Retractors can be connected to the TX2 with the locking connectors for secure connection. - Page 23 5.B DX2 Room Hub - Installation Options The DX2 can be installed behind displays or in any space close to the display. Fixings for this are not included. When using an Ashton Bentley Chassis follow the instructions below. When secured inside an AB Chassis the DX2 is fitted to the Remove the DX2 Room Hub from box marked DX2.
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Page 24: System Wiring
6. System Wiring Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/04/23... -
Page 25: A System Wiring
6.A System Wiring The DX2 & TX2 are used in most Ashton Bentley room systems, and can also be used with 3rd party products to form custom solutions. When used as part of an Ashton Bentley room system, all cables required to wire as a basic presentation system are included with the Chassis. -
Page 26: B Single Display
6.B Wiring Single Connect Chassis Systems Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/04/23... -
Page 27: C Dual Display
6.C Wiring - Dual Connect Chassis Systems Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/04/23... -
Page 28: Default Settings & Application Examples
7. Default Settings & Applications Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/04/23... -
Page 29: A Default Settings
7.A Default Settings Out of the box the DX2 & TX2 are set in the ‘OFF’ mode, and the default settings are as shown below. The applications shown in this section will work without any setting changes. • The last laptop connected will take precedence and be transmitted to the DX2. -
Page 30: G Single Display - Vc System - Mtr/Separates
As indicated in the above examples, very complex systems can be easily built. Signals can be routed to suit all requirements with other functions selected or not selected. There are many other combinations of systems that can be built using DX2 and TX2, please contact your dealer, support@ashtonbentley.com, should further support be required. -
Page 31: C Use Case - Single Display Presentation System + Byod
Should either a USB-C or HDMI laptop be connected to the TX2, these will override both the Room PC and the Signage Player. If required a touch panel (in the Tablebox) can be connected to the TX2 so that the user can manually switch between any of the sources. -
Page 32: C Single Display Presentation System
7.E Single Display Presentation System Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/04/23... -
Page 33: D Use Case - All-In-One Video Bar + Byod
This panel can be populated with a BYOD button that controls the DX2 USB output port and allows the BYOD function to be selected as and when required. Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/04/23... -
Page 34: D Single Display - All-In-One Video Bar + Byod
7.F Single Display All-in-One Video Bar + BYOD Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/04/23... -
Page 35: D Dual Display - All-In-One Video Bar + Byod
7.F Dual Display All-in-One Video Bar + BYOD Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/04/23... -
Page 36: E Use Case - Room Pc + Byod
The ‘toggle power’ feature is turned on so that the video-loudspeaker bar sees a power disconnection between switches and so enumerates correctly. See Section 9 page 52 DX2 USB Hub. Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/04/23... -
Page 37: F Single Display - Room Pc + Byodd
7.G Single Display Room PC + BYOD Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/04/23... -
Page 38: F Dual Display - Room Pc + Byod
7.G Dual Display Room PC + BYOD Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/04/23... -
Page 39: G Use Case - Vc System - Mtr/Separates
DX2 Auxiliary Input 1 has auto switching enabled, which means that when the PC wakes up, the Displays are turned on. If a laptop is connected to the TX2, the image will appear on the Display via the PC ingest. Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/04/23... - Page 40 7.H VC Single Display System – MTR/Separates Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/04/23...
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Page 41: G Dual Display - Vc System - Mtr/Separates
7.H VC Dual Display System – MTR/Separates Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/04/23... -
Page 42: Initial Setup & Power Up
8. Setup & Initial Power Up Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/04/23... -
Page 43: A Setup
8.A: Setup Initial Power Up When the DX2 Room Hub and TX2 Table Hub are first powered up, the following LED sequence The TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System is fully configured and ready to will occur: use out of the box. -
Page 44: C Basic Operation
HDMI on the DX2. • If using an Ashton Bentley Tablebox with Touch Panel, then all 4 inputs can be selected if the button attributes are set via the System Configuration tool. Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/04/23... -
Page 45: System Configurator
9. System Configurator Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/04/23... -
Page 46: A System Configurator Introduction
If the unit has been set for DHCP, please look at the DX2 information display - here the IP address will be shared. Please see Network page for further information. Upon successful connection, the login screen will appear: (See Image opposite) Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/04/23... - Page 47 Mode Set-Up Page User Admin • All settings Manual Control Page User Admin • • All settings Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/04/23...
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Page 48: C Configuration Elementrs Explained
Serial control is also used as part of the remote monitoring tools (ABSee). The DX2 can issue a fault status alert if a display that is connected loses power, develops a serial port (or other) fault, or gets disconnected. Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/04/23... - Page 49 Codec Control Scaler The DX2/TX2 system has three video outputs, one on the TX2 and two on the DX2. Each output has an independent, high quality, video scaler that can convert Ultra High Definition 4K video down to 1080P High Definition. This allows the system to match to virtually any display without compromising video quality elsewhere in the system.
- Page 50 This is used to match the resolution of the display to the connected laptop. When an input device is connected a small block of data is sent from the TX2 to the device. This data contains all the information regarding the resolution and aspect ratio that the TX2 and DX2 can support.
- Page 51 The Auto Switch selection is a little more complex on the DX2 than it is on the TX2 because it deals with all four inputs: USB-C & HDMI from TX2 and Aux 1 & 2 on DX2.
- Page 52 Control Buttons Available Button States The available layouts are therefore: Both the TX2 and the DX2 can connect (through the ABNET port) to an Ashton Bentley Touch Panel. Button 1: • 2 Button (USB-C, HDMI) • Off • 2 Button (USB-C, Aux1) This section allows you to assign different functionality to each button.
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Page 53: D Mode Setup
Display 1 Display 2 Input Input Power Power HDMI 1 HDMI 1 HDMI 2 HDMI 2 HDMI 3 HDMI 3 No Change Change Display Control Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/04/23... - Page 54 No Change No Change No Change Codec Control UX control (external box on ABNET) Port Host Toggle Power Select Power No Change UX Control Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/04/23...
- Page 55 This ensures that the connected device will always re-enumerate when switch- Power ing Modes. This is less important when the TX2 and DX2 are used on their own but is required when using the external Ashton Bentley UX USB switch which allows two hosts to be switched between multiple devices.
- Page 56 No Change No Change No Change No Change No Change No Change No Change No Change Please remember to press ‘Save’ after each Mode set-up” Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/04/23...
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Page 57: E Manual Control Page
As each button is pressed, the matrix will switch the corresponding input. Note that the link between the TX2 and the DX2 is one directional as far as video is concerned, and so it is not possible to send the Auxiliary signals from the DX2 to the output on the TX2. Only one video signal at a time can be sent between the Tx2 and DX2. -
Page 58: F Network Page
Note: The IP address of the DX2 is presented on its display screen. ABSee ABSee is the Ashton Bentley platform that enables the DX2 to make a connection to an exter- nal network or cloud-based server. Various 3rd party platforms are supported, and these are... -
Page 59: G Systems Page
Factory Reset It is sometimes necessary to return the TX2 and DX2 to a known state. If this is required press the factory reset button, you will be asked to confirm this selection. -
Page 60: Technical Resource
10. Technical Resource Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/04/23... -
Page 61: A Tx2 Table Hub Technical Overview
USB-C Charging Power Supply (Part No. 900-00585) • USB 2.0 with up to 350 Mbit/s data rate • Integral USB-C to 10/100/1000BaseT Ethernet port Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/04/23... -
Page 62: B Tx2 Table Hub Mechanical Overview
10.B TX2 Table Hub – Mechanical Product Shipping Weight 1kgs 250 (9.8”) 280 (11,0”) Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/04/23... -
Page 63: C Dx2 Room Hub Technical Overview
• Powered by an external 24v 65W power supply (supplied) • Inputs have integrated equaliser for improved signal integrity • Supplies POC to power TX2 unit (• (an optional USB-C Charging Power Supply (Part No. 900-00585) • Signal auto sensing on all inputs is needed for USB power delivery on the TX2) •... -
Page 64: D Dx2 Room Hub Mechanical Overview
10.D DX2 Room Hub – Mechanical Product Shipping Weight 1kgs 250 (9.8”) 280 (11,0”) Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/04/23... -
Page 65: Important Safety Information
11. Important Safety Information Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/04/23... -
Page 66: Important Safety Information
Do not use any power supply/adapter that shows corrosion at the ac input pins or shows signs of The TX2 is powered by the DX2, however it also has a power port for charging a laptop via the overheating (such as deformed plastic) USB-C port. -
Page 67: Environmental Policy
12. Environmental Policy Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/04/23... -
Page 68: Environmental Policy
Ashton Bentley offer a fully inclusive program under the European WEEE directive 2012/19/EU and its subsequent amendments. Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/04/23... -
Page 69: Warranty
13. Warranty Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/04/23... -
Page 70: Warranty Overview
Ashton Bentley in the UK. The warranty services will be managed and provided by an Ashton Bentley approved service 2. Should a fault occur you simply report the fault to Ashton Bentley or your local service partner who is fully supported by Ashton Bentley. - Page 71 3rd party manufacturers may make periodic changes to the operational behavior and features of their product(s). Please refer to their resources for the latest information. Manual - TX2 Table Hub & DX2 Room Hub Interconnectivity System Doc Ref: 770-00067 Rev1 01/04/23...
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