Inline Pathfinder IN50000 Operation Manual

Pathfinder matrix switcher series, in50000 composite / s-video switchers, in60000 rgbs switchers

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Pathfinder Matrix Switcher Series
IN50000 Composite / S-Video Switchers
IN60000 RGBS Switchers
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Summary of Contents for Inline Pathfinder IN50000

  • Page 1 Operation Manual Pathfinder Matrix Switcher Series IN50000 Composite / S-Video Switchers IN60000 RGBS Switchers ®...
  • Page 2 Installation and Safety Instructions For Models without a Power Switch: The socket outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be accessible. For Models with 110 / 220V Power Selector: Caution: Before applying power to this unit, the voltage selector must be set to the appropriate setting to match local A/C line voltage.
  • Page 3 Installations und Sicherheitshinweise Für Geräte ohne Netzschalter: Die Netzsteckdose soll in de Nähe des Gerätes installiert und frei zugänglich sein. Für Geräte mit 110 / 220V Spannungswähler: Achtung: Bevor Sie dem Gerät Spann ung zuführen, muß der Spannungswähler entsprechend der Spannung des lokalen Wechselspannungsnetzes eingestellt werden.
  • Page 4 CE COMPLIANCE All products exported to Europe by Inline, Inc. after January 1, 1997 have been tested and found to comply with EU Council Directive 89/336/EEC. These devices conform to the following standards: EN50081-1 (1991), EN55022 (1987) EN50082-1 (1992 and 1994), EN60950-92...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Reset to Factory Default ......................... 13 Board Configuration ........................13 I/O Configuration..........................14 Using RS-232 Control..........................16 Communication Protocol ........................ 16 Protocol Structure ........................... 16 Controlling Multiple INLINE Products ..................17 RS-232 Port Pin-outs ........................17 Protocol List ........................... 18 Specifications ............................19 Warranty..............................20...
  • Page 6: Product Overview

    8 x 8, 10 x 4, etc. Model Numbers The model number of your unit denotes its type and configuration. The IN50000 series are composite video and stereo audio matrix switchers. The IN60000 series are RGBS and stereo audio matrix switchers, while the IN60000G series are RGBS matrix switchers (no audio).
  • Page 7: Front Panel Controls

    1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 0: .. These buttons are used to enter numbers. STAND-BY: ....(Not pictured) This button enters and exits the Stand-by mode. (Note: The LED stays on all the time.) ©1995-1997 - INLINE, INC PATHFINDER OPERATION MANUAL - REV2.1A May 19, 1997...
  • Page 8: Switching - Connecting Inputs And Outputs (Front Panel)

    The selected setup memory is b. b ranges from 1 to 8 (see Saving and Recalling Setup Memories on page 5 for more details.) The selected input. The total number of inputs available. The selected output. The total number of outputs available. ©1995-1997 - INLINE, INC PATHFINDER OPERATION MANUAL - REV2.1A May 19, 1997...
  • Page 9: Multiple Group Switching

    The NEXT button is used to select the next group. After the last group is reached, it returns to Group 1 ©1995-1997 - INLINE, INC PATHFINDER OPERATION MANUAL - REV2.1A...
  • Page 10: Saving And Recalling Setup Memories

    Press the number button of the Setup# you would like to store this information to. Confirm this selection by pressing the ENTER/SELECT button. ©1995-1997 - INLINE, INC PATHFINDER OPERATION MANUAL - REV2.1A May 19, 1997...
  • Page 11: Recalling A Setup Memory

    MAIN MENU, use the Up and Down Scroll buttons or the NEXT button. To enter one of the sections, push the ENTER/SELECT button, and that section’s main screen will appear. A description of each of the seven sections follows: ©1995-1997 - INLINE, INC PATHFINDER OPERATION MANUAL - REV2.1A May 19, 1997...
  • Page 12: Path Mapping

    NEXT button. You will see the Group# in the upper left corner change to the next group. After the last group, it will go back to Group# 1. ©1995-1997 - INLINE, INC PATHFINDER OPERATION MANUAL - REV2.1A...
  • Page 13: Group Mapping

    You can "break away" the audio from the video. Press the MENU button to exit this section. ©1995-1997 - INLINE, INC PATHFINDER OPERATION MANUAL - REV2.1A May 19, 1997...
  • Page 14: Rgb Delay

    This setting will remain until you tell the unit to Save a different setting or reset the PATHFINDER to Factory Default (see Power On Settings on page 13 for more details). ©1995-1997 - INLINE, INC PATHFINDER OPERATION MANUAL - REV2.1A May 19, 1997...
  • Page 15: Lcd Contrast Adjust

    1200 baud, and you can change this to 2400, 4800, 9600 or 19200 baud as required. Enter this section by pressing the ENTER/SELECT button when the screen reads as follows: ©1995-1997 - INLINE, INC PATHFINDER OPERATION MANUAL - REV2.1A May 19, 1997...
  • Page 16: Command Code

    232 distribution amplifier must be used.) If you are not using a remote control device, such as a PC or a third party remote control system, you can ignore this section. Enter this section by pressing the ENTER/SELECT button when the screen reads as follows: ©1995-1997 - INLINE, INC PATHFINDER OPERATION MANUAL - REV2.1A May 19, 1997...
  • Page 17: Show System Info

    The screen above shows that the Firmware version of the unit is 2.0a, and the C/N# tells us that it is a 12 in, 4 out unit. The Configuration Number, C/N#, describes the unit and is set at the factory. Some examples are as follows: ©1995-1997 - INLINE, INC PATHFINDER OPERATION MANUAL - REV2.1A May 19, 1997...
  • Page 18: Power-On Adjustments

    6 (audio left and right boards) to Group 2. Now, Group 1 and Group 2 can be switched independent of each other. To access the Board Configuration section, you must hold down the number 2 button while turning the unit on. The following screen will appear: ©1995-1997 - INLINE, INC PATHFINDER OPERATION MANUAL - REV2.1A May 19, 1997...
  • Page 19: I/O Configuration

    After Group 6, the unit will save the information and automatically send you into the I/O Config section. I/O Configuration: To access the I/O Configuration section, you must hold down the number 3 button while turning the unit on. The following screen will appear: ©1995-1997 - INLINE, INC PATHFINDER OPERATION MANUAL - REV2.1A May 19, 1997...
  • Page 20 DONE After Group 6, the screen will say and the PATHFINDER will save the information. The unit will then reset itself and go into the PATH Config section. ©1995-1997 - INLINE, INC PATHFINDER OPERATION MANUAL - REV2.1A May 19, 1997...
  • Page 21: Using Rs-232 Control

    A complete command string consists of: The leading character CALL2 The actual command. The ending character Some sample command codes follow: [CALL1] Recall setup memory 1 [RGB3.0] Set RGB Delay to 3 seconds ©1995-1997 - INLINE, INC PATHFINDER OPERATION MANUAL - REV2.1A May 19, 1997...
  • Page 22: Controlling Multiple Inline Products

    IN1510/IN1540/IN1710 decoders use similar communication protocol structures. By setting each unit to a different Command Code, up to four INLINE products can be controlled independently by a single RS-232 serial control port (Note: A RS-232 distribution amplifier may be required.) RS-232 Port Pin-outs: There are two RS-232 ports on the PATHFINDER.
  • Page 23: Protocol List

    Stand-by button, and the backlight of the LCD screen is turned off. COMMAND 1 DESCRIPTION RESPONSE Leading and ending codes not shown for clarity. Global Settings (Save with SAVE0 Command) ©1995-1997 - INLINE, INC PATHFINDER OPERATION MANUAL - REV2.1A May 19, 1997...
  • Page 24: Specifications

    1.0 ± 5% Gain: Bandwidth: 50 MHz General: Power: 96 - 260 VAC, 40 to 60 Hz Power Consumption: 35W Max. Size: 17"W x 11.5"D x 5.25"H Weight: 20 lbs. ©1995-1997 - INLINE, INC PATHFINDER OPERATION MANUAL - REV2.1A May 19, 1997...
  • Page 25: Warranty

    ♦ If equipment fails because of such defects and INLINE is notified within two (2) years from the date of shipment, INLINE will, at its option, repair or replace the equipment at its plant, provided that the equipment has not been subjected to mechanical, electrical, or other abuse or modifications.

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