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  • Page 1 User’s Manual Matrix 200 Switcher...
  • Page 2 Extron’s Warranty Extron Electronics warrants the product against defects in materials for a period of two years and defect in workmanship for a period of two years from the date of purchase. In the event of malfunction during the warranty period attributable directly to faulty workmanship and/or materials, Extron Electronics will, at its option, repair or replace said products or components, to whatever extent it shall deem necessary to restore said product to proper operating condition, provided that it is...
  • Page 3 EXTRON ELECTRONICS / RGB SYSTEMS, INC. 1230 South Lewis Street, Anaheim, CA 92805 (800) 633-9876 (714) 491-1500 FAX (714) 491-1517 U.S.A. EXTRON ELECTRONICS, ASIA EXTRON ELECTRONICS, EUROPE 41B Kreta Ayer Road, Singapore 089003 Beeldschermweg 6C, 3821 AH Amersfoort +65-226-0015 FAX +65-226-0019 +31-33-453-4040 FAX +31-33-453-4050 Singapore The Netherlands...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Chapter 1 - Introduction to the Matrix 200 General ... 1-1 I/O Modules ... 1-1 Configurations ... 1-1 Standard Features ... 1-2 Optional Features ... 1-3 Front Panel Controller (FPC) ... 1-3 QuickSwitch Front Panel Controller (QS-FPC) ... 1-4 Redundant Power Supply (optional) ...
  • Page 5 Ties, Configurations and Presets ... 4-24 Matrix 200 Configuration Worksheets ... 4-25 Chapter 5 - Windows® Software Control Extron Matrix Control Software ... 5-1 Windows Example ... 5-1 Matrix 100/200 Help ... 5-3 Contents Extron • Matrix 200 • User’s Manual...
  • Page 6 BNC-4 HR Cables (Mini High Resolution BNC Cables) ... A-2 BNC Mini High Res Cable Specifications ... A-2 BNC-5 HR Cables ... A-2 Matrix 200 Part Numbering System ... A-3 Glossary of Terms ... A-4 Troubleshooting ... A-12 Appendix B - Programming Guide Control Ports ...
  • Page 7 Matrix 200 User’s Manual 68-126-01, Rev. A Rev. B, 59-03 Rev. C, 69-03, added Chapter 5 Rev. C1, 79-03, new format Rev. D, 79-08 Written and printed in the USA Contents Extron • Matrix 200 • User’s Manual...

  • Page 8: Chapter 1 - Introduction To The Matrix

    Matrix 200 User’s Manual Chapter One Introduction to the Matrix 200 I/O Modules Configurations Standard Features Optional Features Matrix 200 Module Specifications...
  • Page 9 48 inputs by 48 outputs. This allows for multiple switching combinations. I/O Modules Matrix 200 Switchers are ordered for a specific application with a combination of I/O modules. Each module switches one type of video signal – one for red, one for blue, etc.
  • Page 10 RGBS inputs when switched to an output channel. This makes the Matrix 200 capable of adding audio to any or all RGBS or video channels, as well as allowing switchable video and audio to follow any switched RGBS channel.

  • Page 11: Front Panel Controller (Fpc)

    For even greater flexibility, two FPCs can be connected to the same Matrix 200 - one mounted to the front of the Matrix 200 and the other located remotely. Refer to Chapter 2 for instructions on mounting the FPC, and to Chapter 4 for FPC operation.

  • Page 12: Quickswitch Front Panel Controller (Qs-Fpc)

    QuickSwitch™ Front Panel Controller (QS-FPC) The QuickSwitch Front Panel Controller (QS-FPC) provides local control of all Matrix 200 Switcher functions. It is supplied as an optional accessory to the Matrix 200 and is intended for users who wish to supplement normal RS-232 computer control with local or remote operator control.

  • Page 13: Sample Configuration

    Sample Configuration The picture here shows one example of the I/O modules that could be installed in six planes of a Matrix 200. See page 1-1 for I/O modules and possible configurations. For example, an 8 x 8 RGBS switcher requires: three 8 x 8 high-resolution analog modules (HRAM) and one 8 x 8 sync module (Syn).

  • Page 14: Matrix 200 I/O Module Specifications

    Chapter 1 • Introduction to the Matrix 200 Matrix 200 I/O Module Specifications Operating Temperature . 0° C - 50° C HRAM Video (High Resolution Analog Module) Note 1: Crosstalk is the attenuation of all hostile signals relative to a given input-output connection.
  • Page 15 Nominal Output Program Level: Stereo Channel Directing: . Left Input to Left & Right Output Chapter 1 • Introduction to the Matrix 200 Input Impedance . High Z (>10k ohms, typical) Input Voltage Level . To 6 V p-p into 600 ohms Output Impedance .

  • Page 16: Chapter 2 - Hardware Installation

    Matrix 200 User’s Manual Chapter Two Hardware Installation IEC Power Panel Removing the Matrix 200 Cover Installing Front Panels (local & remote) RS-232/RS-422 Connections Installing Redundant Power Supply Installing Security Feature Installing I/O Modules Extron • Matrix 200 • User’s Manual...

  • Page 17: Standard Power Supply

    Matrix 200 or installed remotely, up to 200 feet, by means of an RJ45 cable connected to the rear panel. Two FPCs can be connected to the same Matrix 200 - one on the front and the other located remotely and connected to the rear panel of the Matrix 200. Refer to the following pages for instructions for mounting and connecting the FPC to the Matrix 200.

  • Page 18: Removing The Matrix 200 Cover

    1. Turn off input power to the Matrix 200; disconnect power cord(s). 2. If the Matrix 200 is rack-mounted, remove it and place it on a clean 3. Remove the six screws that hold the top half of the Matrix cover. Lift the...

  • Page 19: Installing A Front Panel Controller

    2. Disconnect the Power Indicator cable from J13 on the right side of the main 3. Position the FPC on the front of the Matrix 200, with a spacer behind each 4. Connect the modular 5. Reverse the above...

  • Page 20: Replacing A Blank Panel With A Quickswitch Front Panel Controller

    3. Remove the Blank Front and set it aside. 4. Position the QS-FPC on the front of the Matrix 200, with a spacer behind each screw. Install the four screws and dress washers (items 5. Connect the modular cable from the plug on the QS-FPC to the RJ45 connector on the Matrix 200 Main Controller board.

  • Page 21: Installing A Blank Front Panel

    Installing a Blank Front Panel Remove the cover (see “Removing the Matrix 200 Cover” on page 2-2) and then do the following: 1. Disconnect the modular cable from the plug on the FPC to the RJ45 connector 2. Remove the four Caution: Take care to remove the four spacers from the rear of the panel.

  • Page 22: Installing The Fpc For Remote Operation

    FPC. The remote FPC can be used independently, or as a second FPC, in parallel with one mounted to the front of the Matrix 200. The use of one or more FPCs does not interfere with normal RS-232/RS-422 control of the Matrix 200 switcher.

  • Page 23: Rs-232/Rs-422 Communications

    RS-232/RS-422 Communications The Matrix 200 can be controlled by a host system through an RS-232/RS-422 interface. The interface allows the user to write programs to configure and automate the operation of the Matrix 200. This includes making changes dynamically when commanded by the host controller and when informing the host of the Matrix status.

  • Page 24: Checksum Disable Jumper

    They must be data bytes (have a value between 80h and FFh). Enabling the Part Number Jumper The Matrix 200 reports its unit part number if the JMP4 jumper on the main board is installed. This jumper has no other effect on the system and is factory set.

  • Page 25: Installing A Redundant (Second) Power Supply

    Before Installing I/O Modules Before adding an I/O Module to an existing Matrix 200, you must know the revision status of the Matrix. Page A-1 has a list of option kits and their part numbers. It also explains what upgrades may be required before adding modules.

  • Page 26: Adding An Audio Module

    Chapter 2 • Hardware Installation Adding an Audio Module _______ Do not use this procedure unless your Matrix 200 is up to date. See previous page. Tools for Installation: 3/16" flat screwdriver 1. Remove the Matrix top cover (procedure on page 2-2).
  • Page 27 (See below.) the power supply slightly and plug the ribbon cable into the nearest slot (J4) on the Main Controller board. at right.) above.) Extron • Matrix 200 • User’s Manual...
  • Page 28 Use tie wraps to tie cables together where they follow the same path. Matrix 200 and put it back in its working position. 6. See example. Other digits depend on the configuration. The new configuration will also appear in Request ID information sent to the Host system via the RS-232/RS-422 port.

  • Page 29: Installing I/O Modules In The Rear Panel

    There are three types of modules that can be installed in the rear panel of the Tools for Installation: 3/16" flat screwdriver Matrix 200: HRAM module, for RGB; Sync module, for Horizontal and/or Vertical #4 Phillips screwdriver Sync; and Composite Video module for Composite Video or S-Video. Positions, #6 Phillips screwdriver or “planes”...
  • Page 30 7. Carefully support the I/O board while pushing the ribbon cable onto its 8. After rechecking all connections, replace the cover on the Matrix 200 and 9. If the Matrix has a Front Panel Controller, when power is applied the LCD...

  • Page 31: Installing Fpc/Qs-Fpc Software Update

    Installing FPC/QS-FPC Software Update 1. If the FPC/QS-FPC is mounted on the Matrix 200, refer to the procedure on ___________ Electro-Static Discharge (ESD) can damage IC chips, even when it is not enough to be humanly detected (felt, heard or seen). Do NOT touch IC chips without being electrically grounded.

  • Page 32: Chapter 3 - Rear Panel Connections

    Matrix 200 User’s Manual Chapter Three Rear Panel Connections Multiple Output Connections Genlock Connections RGB Input Connections Composite Video Input Connections S-Video Input Connections Audio Terminal Connections...

  • Page 33: Multi-Output Connection

    Multi-Output Connection When using the Matrix 200 to switch different types of video signals, the signal output from the switcher is in the same format as the corresponding input. That is, RGB and Sync (composite or separate H&V) signals will pass through the RGB and SYNC output;...

  • Page 34: Genlock Connections

    If not, a suitable adapter or an Extron computer-video interface should be used to adapt the device output to the BNC input of the Matrix 200. With the proper adapter, the RGB and Sync signals can be connected directly to the R, G, B, H, V inputs of the switcher.

  • Page 35: Rgb Input Connections With Right & Left Audio

    R G B VIDEO INPUT VIDEO DESTINATION UNIT AUDIO DESTINATION UNIT INP UTS INP UTS SYNC/ SYNC/ VIDEO VIDEO O U T P U T S O U T P U T S Extron • Matrix 200 • User’s Manual...

  • Page 36: Rgbs Input Connections With Right & Left Audio

    Chapter 3 • Rear Panel Connections RGBS Input Connections with Right & Left Audio _______ Audio Connections may or may not be used. See page 3-9 for wiring. Extron • Matrix 200 • User’s Manual AV SOURCE UNIT AUDIO OUTPUT...

  • Page 37: Rgbhv Input Connections With Right & Left Audio

    THIS SWITCHER IS CONFIGURED FOR 8 X 8 RGBS, THIS SWITCHER IS CONFIGURED FOR 8 X 8 COMPOSITE VIDEO, AND 8 X 8 AUDIO. 8 X 8 RGBHV, AND 8 X 8 AUDIO SYNC INPUT Extron • Matrix 200 • User’s Manual...

  • Page 38: Composite Video Input Connections

    Composite Video Input Connections NTSC and PAL are television or VCR type signals on a single coax cable, which may or may not have stereo audio. For this application, the Matrix 200 uses one Composite Video module, shown below in the right-most position.

  • Page 39: S-Video Input Connections

    Chroma (C) and the other for Luminance (Y). _______ For S-VHS to BNC interface, use Extron cable 26-353-01. To connect S-Video to the Matrix 200, the Matrix must be ordered with two composite video modules. Use one for Luminance (Y) and the other for Chroma (C).

  • Page 40: S-Video Input Connections With Right & Left Audio

    Chapter 3 • Rear Panel Connections S-Video Input Connections with Right & Left Audio _______ Audio Connections may or may not be used. See page 3-9 for wiring. Extron • Matrix 200 • User’s Manual AUDIO OUTPUT SOURCE UNIT Extron p/n 26-353-01...

  • Page 41: Audio Terminal Connections

    Audio Terminal Connections The rear of the Matrix 200 has two rows (16 sets) of audio connector pins below the BNC connectors. The top row is for 8 inputs and the bottom row for 8 outputs. Each group of six pins accommodates a left and a right audio channel.

  • Page 42: Chapter 4 - Using The Front Panel Controller

    Matrix 200 User’s Manual Chapter Four Using the Front Panel Controller Power On Message Using the LCD Display Tie (default) Menus Selecting Menus with the Keypad Automating the Matrix 200 QuickSwitch Front Panel Controller...

  • Page 43: Front Panel Controller (Fpc) Operation

    Chapter 4 • Using the Front Panel Controller configuration memory as well as to select menus (next Extron • Matrix 200 • User’s Manual...

  • Page 44: Selecting Menus Using The Smartcontrol™ Keypad

    The Matrix 200 has 10 user-selectable menus, each of which is discussed Power On Message Press the Power key to apply power to the Matrix 200. The following identification message will display for five seconds. SmartControl detects the I/O module configuration and displays the information. Letters on the second line of the display show what type of switchers or planes are installed in the six (6) available Matrix 200 positions.

  • Page 45: Tie Menu (Default Menu)

    0,0. The cursor (indicated by the underline character “_”) is at 0,3. _______ The symbol > is used in many of the Matrix 200 menus as a cursor point from which the function to the right may be changed.

  • Page 46: How I/O Modules Are Handled

    Configuration – Any Tie, Set of Ties, or Sets of Ties between Input(s) and Output(s). Active Configuration – The configuration that is currently being used by the Matrix 200 . Preset – A configuration that has been stored and can be recalled and used again.

  • Page 47: Changing Tie Submenus

    Continue doing this until all tentative input/output connections have been made. Observe that all input/output connections to be changed are now blinking. (Those that are not to be changed will not blink.) Extron • Matrix 200 • User’s Manual...

  • Page 48: Tie Group Level

    Chapter 4 • Using the Front Panel Controller Tie Group Level The Matrix 200 has three I/O Gangs: RGBS, Video and Audio. The Tie Group Level allows one or more Gangs to be configured as a Group. On the FPC, each of these three Gangs has a button.

  • Page 49: Tie Individual Level

    (Those input/output connections that are not to be changed will not blink.) cursor keys to move the cursor at position 0,3. Press Enter to store the input/ output connection settings in memory. Extron • Matrix 200 • User’s Manual...

  • Page 50: Using The Copy Menu (1)

    Menu, followed by Enter. e.g. The fastest way to select a menu, when the Matrix 200 is in the default menu, is to press Menu followed by the number key for the desired menu. See keypad picture.

  • Page 51: Mute Output Menu (3)

    4. Press Menu to continue setup, or press Escape to return to the default menu. Mute Output Menu (3) This menu allows selective muting of individual outputs from the Matrix 200. There are three choices for muting selective outputs: RGB, AUD and ALL, where ALL includes RGB and AUD.

  • Page 52: Automating The Matrix 200

    (See Menu 6.) Preset Menus (4) A “Preset” is any routing configuration that has been set up in the Matrix 200 and has been stored for future use. Any time the Matrix 200 has been configured, it may be desirable to save those settings and use them again.

  • Page 53: Save The Current Routing As A Preset (Menu 4)

    Matrix 200. Sequence Menu (5) Creating a Sequence is the second step in automating the Matrix 200. Menu 4 was used to save preset configurations. Menu 5, called “Sequence menu”, uses those presets to automate applications for the Matrix 200.

  • Page 54: Create A Timing Sequence (Menu 5)

    5. Move the cursor to the minutes position (mm) and enter the time (12). 6. When finished, press Enter to store the new step. Extron • Matrix 200 • User’s Manual 1. To create a timing sequence, place the cursor at the upper left corner of the LCD display (position 0,0), then use the Up/Down keys to select the Edit (ED) Submenu, shown here.

  • Page 55: Copying A Sequence (Menu 5)

    1. To start a sequence, place the cursor at the upper left corner of the LCD display (position 0,0). Use the Up/Down keys to select the Operation Submenu. (See picture.) through the menu choices until “START” appears in the LCD display. number of the sequence to be started. Extron • Matrix 200 • User’s Manual...

  • Page 56: Resume The Sequence (Menu 5)

    In the Matrix 200, a Program uses the built-in clock and calendar to load a ready- made Sequence (see menu 5) or a Preset (see menu 4) at a specific date and time.

  • Page 57: Program Start Time/Date (Menu 6)

    7. Press Enter to store the program. Program Delete (menu 6) There can be only one program in the Matrix 200 at one time. To delete the program, move the cursor at position 0,2 in the Program Menu and use the Up/ Down keys to display the Delete Menu.

  • Page 58: Function Menu (7)

    This menu allows the Vertical Interval switching to be enabled or disabled. When Enabled, Matrix switching is done using only the vertical sync of the input signal of the Video Genlock connector at the rear of the Matrix 200. (See picture below, right.) When Disabled, switching takes place immediately, independent of the Video Genlock signal.

  • Page 59: Security Menu (8)

    “Security Lockout” message will display. _______ Once the Matrix is in this mode, any attempt to access the FPC will show only this message. Access to the Matrix 200 is not allowed, either from the FPC or from the RS-232/RS-422 interface.

  • Page 60: Miscellaneous Menu (9)

    0,0, use the Up/Down keys to display the menu shown here. The software version is in the lower-right corner. _______ The software version numbers for the FPC and the Main Controller board will not necessarily be the same. They are updated separately. Extron • Matrix 200 • User’s Manual 4-18...

  • Page 61: Host Baud Rate Submenu (Menu 9)

    Use either the Up/Down cursor keys or the keypad keys to set the current day. keypad keys) to change the numbers, set the current month (mo) and year (yr). to memory. Extron • Matrix 200 • User’s Manual...

  • Page 62: Configure Audio Menu (0)

    3. With the cursor positioned, use the Up/Down keys to display choices. 4. When all configuration choices have been made, press Enter to store them. Extron • Matrix 200 • User’s Manual No inputs are connected to outputs. All inputs are set for professional levels.

  • Page 63: Quickswitch Front Panel Controller (Qs-Fpc) Operation

    (one output), or a “set of ties” (more than one output). At any one time, the active configuration of a Matrix 200 may have a set of ties per each available input. Any configuration (sets of ties) may be stored as a Preset.

  • Page 64: I/O Module Select Buttons

    The ESC button does not reset any configurations that have been entered. Preset – All current (active) configurations in the Matrix 200 may be stored as a Preset. To do this, press Preset twice (or hold the button for two seconds) and the Preset LED will blink.
  • Page 65 View – Pressing the View button lights its LED for to indicate a “view-only” mode to allow the display of the current Matrix 200 configurations. In this mode, pressing any input or output button will also light all LEDs for the input and output(s) that are part of that configuration.

  • Page 66: Ties, Configurations And Presets

    “Test Patterns”. Because the matrix is 8x4, outputs 5 - 8 have been crossed out in this example. Extron • Matrix 200 • User’s Manual Matrix 200 (8x8) Preset example Matrix 200 (8x4) Preset example Matrix 200 Configuration Worksheet...

  • Page 67: Matrix 200 Configuration Worksheets

    Chapter 4 • Using the Front Panel Controller Matrix 200 Configuration Worksheet Matrix 200 Configuration Worksheet 4-25 Extron • Matrix 200 • User’s Manual...

  • Page 68: Chapter 5 - Windows® Software Control

    Matrix 200 User’s Manual Chapter Five Windows® Software Control Installing the Software Operating Examples Using Help...

  • Page 69: Extron Matrix Control Software

    Windows application. (Run Setup.exe from the floppy disk.) This software, called “Matrix 100/200 Control Program”, works with both the Matrix 100 and Matrix 200 switchers. Its operation will be restricted to the features and configuration of your Matrix. Communication between the computer software and the Matrix is established after connecting the computer to the RS-232 Comm Port on the rear panel of the Matrix 200.
  • Page 70 “Caption”, allows the user to type in a name for that device. Click “Ok” to close the dialog box. Below is an example of a Matrix Control Program Window complete with assigned Icons, Captions and Ties (connections). Configured Matrix Example Extron • Matrix 200 • User’s Manual...

  • Page 71: Matrix 100/200 Help

    Buttons & Controls of the Matrix Main Screen (graphically) Buttons & Controls of the All other Screens Note that pressing F1 from within the program will provide context-sensitive Help. Chapter 5 • Windows® Software Control Extron • Matrix 200 • User’s Manual...

  • Page 72: Troubleshooting

    Matrix 200 User’s Manual Appendix A Part Numbers, Glossary and Troubleshooting Related Part Numbers Switcher Module Part Numbers BNC Cables Matrix 200 Part Numbering System Glossary of Terms Frequently Asked Questions...

  • Page 73: Appendix A - Part Numbers, Glossary And Troubleshooting

    8 x 8 Composite Video ... 70-025-03 These kits include all the necessary parts, as well as instructions for a qualified person to add options to a Matrix 200. Chapter 2 of this manual includes some procedures for adding options.

  • Page 74: Hr Cables (Mini High Resolution Bnc Cables

    High resolution 5 conductor BNC cables include cables for Red, Green, Blue, Horizontal and Vertical Sync. These cables are required when using the Matrix 200 with separate horizontal and vertical sync inputs and outputs. The specifications are the same for the BNC-5 HR and BNC-4 HR cables. The total cable diameter is 0.361".

  • Page 75: Matrix 200 Part Numbering System

    All Matrix 200 part numbers begin with 60-138, the remaining digits are determined by other options. Use this diagram when ordering a new Matrix 200. _______ 1. S-Video uses two Composite Video modules that are tied together.

  • Page 76: Glossary Of Terms

    Two curved grooves in the collar of the male connector are aligned with two projections on the outside of the female collar. This allows the connector to be locked in place without the need of tools. Extron • Matrix 200 • User’s Manual...
  • Page 77 The CRT is more commonly known as the picture tube. Some color CRTs have three guns – for red, green and blue colors. Extron • Matrix 200 • User’s Manual...
  • Page 78 Gain is usually expressed in decibels above a reference level. Opposite of Attenuation. Genlock – A method of synchronizing video equipment by using a common, external sync, or “Genlock” signal. Extron • Matrix 200 • User’s Manual...
  • Page 79 Luminance – This is the signal that represents brightness in a video picture. Luminance is any value between black and white. In mathematical equations, luminance is abbreviated as “Y”. (See Chrominance.) Extron • Matrix 200 • User’s Manual...
  • Page 80 This is the name of a test pattern that assists in properly setting picture black level. PLUGE can be part of many test patterns. The phrase and origination of the test signal are both credited to the BBC. Extron • Matrix 200 • User’s Manual...
  • Page 81 This includes film as well as video standards. SMPTE Pattern – The video test pattern made up of color, black and white bands. xR, or, P = E /R or P = ExI Extron • Matrix 200 • User’s Manual...
  • Page 82 Y – In S-Video, “Y” is an abbreviation for Luminance. (“C” is for chrominance.) Z – A symbol for impedance. Extron • Matrix 200 • User’s Manual A-10...
  • Page 83 Appendix A • Part Numbers, Glossary and Troubleshooting _______ A-11 Extron • Matrix 200 • User’s Manual...

  • Page 84: Troubleshooting

    Matrix 200. We hope that the information will be both helpful and informative during your implementation of the Matrix 200. Q: I have connected up the Matrix 200 and programmed it, but it is not passing all the signals. What should I do? A: Confirm that all the Matrix 200 input and output cable connections have been properly made.
  • Page 85 • Confirm that the baud rate of the Host is the same as that of the Matrix 200 (default = 9600 baud). The Host should be set to: Data = 8 bits, Stop bits = 1, Parity = none, Flow Control = Xon/Xoff.
  • Page 86 Q: How can I expand the number of inputs and outputs of the Matrix 200 if the unit is fully loaded? A: To expand the number of RGB inputs/outputs beyond an 8 x 8 configuration it is necessary to add additional Matrix switchers.
  • Page 87 Appendix A • Part Numbers, Glossary and Troubleshooting _______ A-15 Extron • Matrix 200 • User’s Manual...

  • Page 88: Appendix B Programming Guide

    Matrix 200 User’s Manual Appendix B Programming Guide Control Ports Host/Matrix Data Format Command Structure Communications Protocol Using Commands...

  • Page 89: Fpc Port

    The Front Panel Controller (FPC) or QuickSwitch Front Panel Controller (QS- FPC) can be used two ways: It can be mounted directly to the Matrix 200, in which case it is connected to an RJ45 8-pin connector (“telephone cable”) on the main controller board.

  • Page 90: Host/Matrix Data Format

    1. The Simple Instruction Set can be any ASCII character that is recognized by the Matrix 200 as a command. Simple commands could come from a terminal or any other controlling device. After the Matrix 200 receives the command, it will execute it and send an appropriate response to the controlling device.

  • Page 91: Simple Instruction Set

    Each response (as seen on a terminal display) will use it in one form or another. Matrix 200 – The Matrix 200 uses lf/cr before and after each response (only in the Simple Instruction Set) and is symbolized as Display, or Display Device: “Display”...

  • Page 92: Simple Instruction List

    The following table shows the simple command set with responses for the Matrix 200. The Response column shows what will be seen on the host’s screen. Appropriate response messages are also displayed on the Matrix 200’s LCD screen. The Hex column gives hexadecimal equivalents for cases where the codes will be generated by another source.

  • Page 93: Advanced Instruction Set Command Structure

    “data type” bytes. The byte containing the most significant bits of the sum (Cks1) is transmitted first, followed by Cks2 containing the least significant bits (LSB). Cks1 = 1100 0101b = C5h (197d) Cks2 = 1011 0111b = B7h (183d) Extron • Matrix 200 • User’s Manual...

  • Page 94: Host-Initiated Communications Protocol

    For example, the Host can send Commands to the Matrix to request data from or send data to the Matrix 200. After receiving a command, the Matrix 200 executes it and sends back a Response to the Host. The Response includes an error code together with any requested data.

  • Page 95: Command List (Host-To-Matrix

    (requires SCMD) B-20 set audio parameters (requires SCMD) B-22 request audio parameters (requires SCMD) B-23 report status to host B-23 report controlling port carriage return end of transmission resume transmission interrupt transmission Extron • Matrix 200 • User’s Manual...

  • Page 96: Using Commands

    Status Byte 2: Bit usage: Where: StsB2, Bit 0 Status Byte 3: Bit usage: Where: StsB3, Bit 0 Extron • Matrix 200 • User’s Manual SCMD = 080h send status bytes 81h-8Fh reserved Status Bytes (StsB1-3) are described below. Power On/Off status — 0 = powered on;...

  • Page 97: Cmd1 (31H) - Report Id

    *Note: The string of data bytes in parentheses is shown for one switcher or plane; there will be an additional string for each additional plane in the Matrix 200. They will be transmitted in the ascending order of their board addresses (plane #1 first).

  • Page 98: Cmd3 (33H) - Turn Power Off

    Response: CMD4, Erc, SfVer, Cks1, Cks2, EOT Example: Assuming software version is 1.3 (x=1, y=3) Response: 34h, 80h, 8Dh, Cks1, Cks2, 04h Extron • Matrix 200 • User’s Manual To determine the SfVer from x.y: 1. calculate 10x + y (decimal) (10x1 + 3 = 13d) 2.

  • Page 99: Set (Tie) Connection Commands

    Tie Menus used from the FPC. Tie menus are described in Chapter 4. Planes and Plane Maps The Matrix 200 can access the planes independently, or in combinations, or in groups. Commands can access the planes by using Plane Map bytes called PlnMap0 and PlnMap1.

  • Page 100: Cmd5 (35H) - Set (Tie) Connection

    Response: CMD7, Erc, Cks1, Cks2, EOT Possible Ercs: C0 = Out of memory space Extron • Matrix 200 • User’s Manual This example will connect output #3 to input #5 in RGB planes. PlnMap1 is not used at this time, therefore it will be 80h.

  • Page 101: Cmd8 (38H) - Download Status And Presets

    CMD8 (38h) — Download Status and Presets The Host asks the Matrix 200 to send the contents of the specified preset. Same variables are used as in CMD7. (Stored presets are numbered 1 thru 20, however, the current Matrix setup can be accessed as preset “0”.) Format: CMD8, Preset, Cks1, Cks2, EOT Response: CMD8, Erc, {(BdAd, Inp1, Inp2, ...Inp n , CR), ...}, Cks1,...

  • Page 102: Cmd12 (3Ch) - Mute Selected Outputs

    Where: MuteX specifies planes to be muted for the output corresponding to the CMD14 (3Eh) — Set Sequence The Host tells the Matrix 200 to create a Sequence of presets and store it under a specified Sequence number. The command also specifies how long each preset will run (be active).

  • Page 103: Cmd15 (3Fh) - Request A Stored Sequence

    Copy Seq# to the sequence # defined by bits 4-0. CC = Out of memory space sent in numeric order. (Preset #1 = 81h) If no presets are stored, this byte will be 80h. Extron • Matrix 200 • User’s Manual...

  • Page 104: Cmd18 (42H) - Set Program

    Matrix power will be turned On at that time. This is called a program. Only one program can exist in a Matrix 200 at one time. Format: CMD18, PrgEvnt, Num, Yr, Mo, Dy, Hr, Min, Sec, Cks1, Cks2, EOT Where: PrgEvnt the program event which will be started (triggered).

  • Page 105: Cmd23 (47H) - Request The Clock Information

    Delays must be specified for each output. For zero time delay, DLY = 80h. The time delay depends on the requirements of the output device (projector, etc.). seconds, and output #2 will be delayed by 1.6 seconds, etc. Extron • Matrix 200 • User’s Manual...

  • Page 106: Cmd27 (4Bh) - Set Baud Rate

    Format: CMD27, Port#, Rate, Cks1, Cks2, EOT Where: Port# = 80h CMD28 (4Ch) — Download Baud Rate The Host asks the Matrix 200 to send the baud rate of a specific port. Format: CMD28, Port#, Cks1, Cks2, EOT Response: CMD28, Erc, Rate, Cks1, Cks2, EOT Where: Rate and Port# have the same format as in CMD27 CMD29 (4Dh) —...

  • Page 107: Cmd31 (4Fh) - Set Slave Coordinates

    Appendix B • Programming Guide compound matrix space, (see also CMD1). If the Matrix 200 is in a slave mode, its output #1 functions as output #9 of the compound matrix while input #1 becomes input #17 (decimal). host controller (RS-232)

  • Page 108: Cmd35 (53H) - Operate Security

    No inputs are connected to outputs. All inputs are set for professional levels. All outputs are set for consumer levels. Examples follow. Extron • Matrix 200 • User’s Manual Request system access (format 1) Terminate session and lock system (format 2) 82-FFh reserved internally stored MPas1 and MPas2 to gain access to the system.

  • Page 109: Configure Audio Inputs

    7 = always “1” (this is a data byte) Set output #1 for consumer signal and swap left & right channels. A data string must follow for each of the other seven outputs. Extron • Matrix 200 • User’s Manual...

  • Page 110: Cmd37 (55H) - Request Audio Parameters

    Appendix B • Programming Guide CMD37 (55h) — Request Audio Parameters The Host asks the Matrix 200 to send the configuration for the audio board. Format: CMD37, SCMD, Cks1, Cks2, EOT Where: SCMD contains the board address. Same as CMD36.

  • Page 111: Reports (Matrix-To-Host

    1 = powered off 1 = battery low 1 = program event pending (timer is set) Cksm H-Sec Exec 1 = Main Power 1 = Executive mode On 1 = Checksum disabled S-Sec Extron • Matrix 200 • User’s Manual...

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