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Functions of DXLink Transmitters and Receivers
The diagram in FIG. 14 shows the functions of DXLink Transmitters and Receivers. The example
descriptions contain the device HDCP key count when used in conjunction with DXLink Boards in an
Enova DGX Digital Media Switcher and when using a Transmitter and Receiver as a standalone pair.
Example A
Source
Example B
Source
Example C
Source
Example D
Source
Example A:
Example B:
Example C:
Example D:
FIG. 14
Repeater and source functions of TX/RX Modules (A, B, D also apply to Wallplate TX and Decor Wallplate TX)
Endpoint Mode (Standalone): Example of Typical System Setup
A standalone DXLink TX/RX pair are connected directly to each other but, in addition, either the TX or
RX is connected to a NetLinx Central Controller via a LAN or directly to the Controller.
DXLink
Transmitter
FIG. 15
Endpoint Mode (Standalone) with NetLinx Central Controller
Instruction Manual – DXLink™ Twisted Pair Transmitters/Receiver
TX acts like a sink
HDMI
cable
Twisted pair cable
TX acts like a sink
HDMI
cable
Twisted pair cable
HDMI cable
TX acts like a repeater
HDMI
cable
When a Receiver acts like a source, its key does not count. Source device sees 1 key (Transmitter).
When a Transmitter acts like a sink, the source device sees 1 key (Transmitter).
When a source device is connected directly to a switcher, the source sees 1 key (switcher input).
When a Transmitter is part of a standalone pair, its key does not count. Source device sees 2 keys.
Twisted pair cable
DXLink Receiver
Source device
Switcher
RX acts like a source
DXLink Out
DXLink In
Twisted pair cable
Switcher
DXLink In HDMI Out
HDMI cable
Switcher
Acts like
RX acts like a source
a sink
HDMI In DXLink Out
Twisted pair cable
RX acts like a repeater
Twisted pair cable
NetLinx Central Controller
Destination device
Installation and Setup
Destination
HDMI
cable
Destination
Destination
HDMI
cable
Destination
HDMI
cable
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