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- Page 1 Crestron DM-TX-300N/-F DigitalMedia™ CAT & Fiber Transmitters 300N Operations Guide...
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Page 2: Regulatory Compliance
NOTE: Plug the included dust caps into the optical transceivers when the fiber optic cable is unplugged. This device includes an aggregation of separate independent works that are each generally copyrighted by Crestron Electronics, Inc., with all rights reserved. One of those independent works, Linux Bridge Project, is copyrighted under the GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE, Version2, reproduced in “GNU General Public License”... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Crestron DM-TX-300N/-F DigitalMedia™ CAT & Fiber Transmitters 300N Contents DigitalMedia™ CAT & Fiber Transmitters 300N: DM-TX-300N/-F Introduction ..........................1 Features and Functions ....................1 Applications......................... 5 Specifications ......................7 Physical Description....................12 Setup ............................19 Network Wiring......................19 Identity Code ......................19 Installation ......................... -
Page 5: Digitalmedia™ Cat & Fiber Transmitters 300N: Dm-Tx-300N/-F
2. For DigitalMedia fiber wiring, use CresFiber or other quality duplex multimode fiber optic cable. Refer to the latest version of the Crestron DigitalMedia Design Guide (Doc. 4789) for complete wiring guidelines. DigitalMedia™ CAT & Fiber Transmitters 300N: DM-TX-300N/-F • 1... - Page 6 Every signal is preserved in its native video resolution and audio format, ensuring a pure, lossless signal path throughout. 1. EDID signal detection and format management in the DM-TX-300N-F requires connection to a DMC-F or DMC-F-DSP input card (both sold separately).
- Page 7 2. VGA (RGB) to DVI-A adapter included. (DVI-A plug fits in the DVI-I socket.) In addition to RGB, the DVI-I input can accept component, composite and S-video signals via direct interface to Crestron MPS Series products (sold separately) or through an appropriate adapter (not included). Input sync detection is not provided for composite or S-video signal types through the DVI-I connection.
- Page 8 IR probes. Compact and Versatile The DM-TX-300N/-F is designed to be placed on a shelf or mounted in an equipment rack or lectern. It is compact enough to fit inside a presentation lectern or beneath a table. An array of indicators on the front of the DM-TX-300N/-F provides for easy setup and troubleshooting, verifying the status of connections and signal activity at a glance.
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Page 9: Applications
Crestron DM-TX-300N/-F DigitalMedia™ CAT & Fiber Transmitters 300N Applications The following diagram shows a DM-TX-300N in a typical application. DM-TX-300N in a Typical Application DigitalMedia™ CAT & Fiber Transmitters 300N: DM-TX-300N/-F • 5 Operations Guide – DOC. 6907D... - Page 10 DigitalMedia™ CAT & Fiber Transmitters 300N Crestron DM-TX-300N/-F The following diagram shows a DM-TX-300N-F in a typical application. DM-TX-300N-F in a Typical Application No LAN connection is required for these devices to transmit HDMI in a point-to- point configuration. If you wish to use the control ports (IR, RS-232, Relay, Sense) from a control system, you can connect either LAN port (the one on the DM-TX-300N/-F or the DM-RMC-100/-F) to the control system’s network.
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Page 11: Specifications
Crestron DM-TX-300N/-F DigitalMedia™ CAT & Fiber Transmitters 300N For DM CAT (e.g. DM-TX-300N) only one power supply is required to power both DM-TX-300N and DM-RMC-100-1 or other receiver device. The DMNet cable will carry power from the power supply to the other device. Please use the DMNet Power Calculator to help calculate how much power is needed for the system (www.crestron.com/calculators). - Page 12 Input Signal Types HDMI, DisplayPort Multimode , S/PDIF coaxial, analog stereo Output Signal Type DM-TX-300N DM CAT, HDMI DM-TX-300N-F DM Fiber, HDMI (Continued on following page) 8 • DigitalMedia™ CAT & Fiber Transmitters 300N: DM-TX-300N/-F Operations Guide – DOC. 6907D...
- Page 13 Depth 8.71 in (222 mm) (DM-TX-300N) 8.83 in (225 mm) (DM-TX-300N-F) Weight DM-TX-300N 3.5 lb (1.6 kg) DM-TX-300N-F 3.6 lb (1.7 kg) (Continued on following page) DigitalMedia™ CAT & Fiber Transmitters 300N: DM-TX-300N/-F • 9 Operations Guide – DOC. 6907D...
- Page 14 Media Presentation Wall Plate – DVI with Mini-TRS Stereo Audio Media Presentation Wall Plate – HDMI with MP-WP150 Mini-TRS Stereo Audio MP-WP152 Media Presentation Wall Plate – HDMI (Continued on following page) 10 • DigitalMedia™ CAT & Fiber Transmitters 300N: DM-TX-300N/-F Operations Guide – DOC. 6907D...
- Page 15 4. DM-TX-300N only. 5. DM-TX-300N-F only. 6. The latest software versions can be obtained from the Crestron website. Refer to the NOTE following these footnotes. 7. Crestron 2-Series control systems include the AV2 and PRO2. Consult the latest Crestron Product Catalog for a complete list of 2-Series control systems.
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Page 16: Physical Description
This section provides information on the connections, controls and indicators available on your DM-TX-300N/-F. DM-TX-300N/-F Physical View (Front View - DM-TX-300N Shown) DM-TX-300N Physical View (Rear View) DM-TX-300N-F Physical View (Rear View) 12 • DigitalMedia™ CAT & Fiber Transmitters 300N: DM-TX-300N/-F Operations Guide – DOC. 6907D... - Page 17 DM-TX-300N/-F Overall Dimensions (Front View - DM-TX-300N Shown) 1.70 in (44 mm) 1.91 in (49 mm) DM-TX-300N Overall Dimensions (Top View) 8.71 in (222 mm) 17.03 in (433 mm) 19.01 in (483 mm) DigitalMedia™ CAT & Fiber Transmitters 300N: DM-TX-300N/-F • 13 Operations Guide – DOC. 6907D...
- Page 18 DM-TX-300N-F Overall Dimensions (Top View) 8.83 in (225 mm) 17.03 in (433 mm) 19.01 in (483 mm) DM-TX-300N Overall Dimensions (Rear View) DM-TX-300N-F Overall Dimensions (Rear View) 14 • DigitalMedia™ CAT & Fiber Transmitters 300N: DM-TX-300N/-F Operations Guide – DOC. 6907D...
- Page 19 Balanced/unbalanced stereo line level input; Input impedance: 24 kΩ balanced/unbalanced; Balanced input level: 4 V maximum; Unbalanced input level: 2 V maximum (Continued on following page) DigitalMedia™ CAT & Fiber Transmitters 300N: DM-TX-300N/-F • 15 Operations Guide – DOC. 6907D...
- Page 20 1-way serial TTL/RS-232 (0-5 Volts) up to 19200 baud (1) 5-pin 3.5 mm detachable terminal block, bidirectional RS-232 port; Up to 115.2k baud, hardware and software handshaking support (Continued on following page) 16 • DigitalMedia™ CAT & Fiber Transmitters 300N: DM-TX-300N/-F Operations Guide – DOC. 6907D...
- Page 21 Connects to local power supply (included) 1. Interface connectors for AUDIO IN (balanced), 24 A B G, IR and COM ports are provided with the DM-TX-300N. Interface connectors for AUDIO IN (balanced), IR and COM ports are provided with the DM-TX-300N-F 2.
- Page 22 HDMI signal. The M port carries data. 12. For DigitalMedia fiber wiring, use CresFiber or other quality duplex multimode fiber optic cable. Refer to the latest version of the Crestron DigitalMedia Design Guide (Doc. 4789) for complete wiring guidelines.
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Page 23: Setup
The IP ID is set within the DM-TX-300N/-F’s table using Crestron Toolbox. For information on setting an IP table, refer to the Crestron Toolbox help file. The IP IDs of multiple DM-TX-300N/-F devices in the same system must be unique. -
Page 24: Installation
Rack Mounting The DM-TX-300N/-F can be mounted in a rack or stacked with other equipment. Two “ears” are provided with the DM-TX-300N/-F so that the unit can be rack mounted. These ears must be installed prior to mounting. Complete the following procedure to attach the ears to the unit. - Page 25 Stacking Four “feet” are provided with the DM-TX-300N/-F so that if the unit is not rack mounted, the rubber feet can provide stability when the unit is placed on a flat surface or stacked. These feet should be attached prior to the hookup procedure.
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Page 26: Hardware Hookup
Refer to “Network Wiring” on page 19 before attaching the 4-position terminal block connector. Apply power after all connections have been made. When making connections to the DM-TX-300N/-F, note the following: • Use Crestron power supplies for Crestron equipment. - Page 27 Crestron DM-TX-300N/-F DigitalMedia™ CAT & Fiber Transmitters 300N The included power pack for the DM-TX-300N has bare wire leads for connection to the device. The white wire connects to 24; the black wire connects to G. The proper method for connection depends on the associated components in the system, as shown in the following three illustrations.
- Page 28 DigitalMedia™ CAT & Fiber Transmitters 300N Crestron DM-TX-300N/-F Using the DM-TX-300N with a Room Controller/DM CAT Receiver (DM-RMC-100-1 Uses a Separate Power Supply) DM-TX-300N Power Supply White Black Wire Wire Power Supply DM-RMC-100-1 Hardware Connections for the DM-TX-300N-F 24VDC 2.5A:...
- Page 29 NOTE: To prevent overheating, do not operate this product in an area that exceeds the environmental temperature range listed in the table of specifications. NOTE: For optimum performance with the DM-TX-300N, Crestron strongly recommends using DM-CBL DigitalMedia Cable, available from Crestron.
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Page 30: Programming Software
Have a question or comment about Crestron software? Answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) can be viewed in the Online Help section of the Crestron website. To post a question or view questions you have submitted to Crestron’s True Blue Support, log in at http://support.crestron.com. - Page 31 2. The system tree of the control system displays the device in the appropriate slot with an IP ID as shown in the following illustration. C2Net Device, Slot 8 (DM-TX-300N Shown Using Input Card in DM Switcher) DigitalMedia™ CAT & Fiber Transmitters 300N: DM-TX-300N/-F • 27...
- Page 32 DigitalMedia™ CAT & Fiber Transmitters 300N Crestron DM-TX-300N/-F C2Net Device, Slot 8 (DM-TX-300N-F Shown Using Input Card in DM Switcher) NOTE: Alternatively, the DM-TX-300N/-F can be dragged directly to a card such as the C2ENET-2, in the Ethernet slot of the control system, when it is to be used without a DM switcher.
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Page 33: Example Program
Crestron DM-TX-300N/-F DigitalMedia™ CAT & Fiber Transmitters 300N C2Net Device, Slot 8 (DM-TX-300N-F Shown Using Ethernet Slot on Control System) 3. Additional DM-TX-300N/-F devices are assigned different IP ID numbers as they are added. 4. If necessary, double click a device to open the “Device Settings” window and change the IP ID, as shown in the following figure (DM-TX-300N shown). -
Page 34: Uploading And Upgrading
Ethernet Crestron Toolbox The DM-TX-300N/-F connects to PC via Ethernet: 1. Enter the IP address, IP mask and default router of the DM-TX-300N/-F via the Crestron Toolbox (Functions | Ethernet Addressing); otherwise enable DHCP. NOTE: Use the Device Discovery Tool in Crestron Toolbox to detect all Ethernet devices on the network and their IP configuration. -
Page 35: Firmware
Crestron DM-TX-300N/-F DigitalMedia™ CAT & Fiber Transmitters 300N 3. Use the Address Book in Crestron Toolbox to create an entry for the DM-TX-300N/-F with the DM-TX-300N/-F’s TCP/IP communication parameters. 4. Display the “System Info” window (click the icon) and select the DM-TX-300N/-F entry. -
Page 36: Dmtool
3. A defined IP table can be saved to a file or sent to the device. Edit the control system’s IP table to include an entry for the DM-TX-300N/-F. The entry should list the DM-TX-300N/-F’s IP ID (specified on the DM-TX-300N/-F’s IP table) and the internal gateway IP address 127.0.0.1. -
Page 37: Problem Solving
Use the Right Wire In order to ensure optimum performance over the full range of your installation topology, Crestron Certified Wire and only Crestron Certified Wire may be used. Failure to do so may incur additional charges if support is required to identify performance deficiencies because of using improper wire. -
Page 38: Reference Documents
1080p60 Deep Color Not supported NOTE: All Crestron certified DMNet wiring must consist of two twisted pairs. One twisted pair is the +24V conductor and the GND conductor and the other twisted pair is the A conductor and the B conductor. -
Page 39: Future Updates
Crestron DM-TX-300N/-F DigitalMedia™ CAT & Fiber Transmitters 300N You can also log onto the online help section of the Crestron website (www.crestron.com/onlinehelp) to ask questions about Crestron products. First-time users will need to establish a user account to fully benefit from all available features. -
Page 40: Return And Warranty Policies
Purchasers should inquire of the dealer regarding the nature and extent of the dealer's warranty, if any. CRESTRON shall not be liable to honor the terms of this warranty if the product has been used in any application other than that for which it was intended or if it has been subjected to misuse, accidental damage, modification or improper installation procedures. -
Page 41: Gnu General Public License
License and to the absence of any warranty; and give any other recipients of the Program a copy of this License along with the Program. DigitalMedia™ CAT & Fiber Transmitters 300N: DM-TX-300N/-F • 37 Operations Guide – DOC. 6907D... - Page 42 5. You are not required to accept this License, since you have not signed it. However, nothing else grants you permission to modify or distribute the Program or its derivative works. These actions are prohibited by law if you do not accept this License. Therefore, by 38 • DigitalMedia™ CAT & Fiber Transmitters 300N: DM-TX-300N/-F Operations Guide – DOC. 6907D...
- Page 43 THIRD PARTIES OR A FAILURE OF THE PROGRAM TO OPERATE WITH ANY OTHER PROGRAMS), EVEN IF SUCH HOLDER OR OTHER PARTY HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. DigitalMedia™ CAT & Fiber Transmitters 300N: DM-TX-300N/-F • 39 Operations Guide – DOC. 6907D...
- Page 44 Crestron Electronics, Inc. Operations Guide – DOC. 6907D 15 Volvo Drive Rockleigh, NJ 07647 (2025673) Tel: 888.CRESTRON 05.10 Fax: 201.767.7576 Specifications subject to www.crestron.com change without notice.