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Crestron, the Crestron logo, AIR, Auto-Locking, CresFiber, Crestron Studio, DigitalMedia, DigitalMedia 8G, DigitalMedia 8G+, DM, DM 8G, DM 8G+, e-Control, Fusion RV, and QuickSwitch HD are either trademarks or registered trademarks of Crestron Electronics, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. Blu-ray Disc is either a trademark or registered trademark of the Blu-ray Disc Association (BDA) in the United States and/or other countries.
Regulatory Compliance As of the date of manufacture, the DM-MD64X64 and DM-MD128X128 have been tested and found to comply with specifications for CE marking. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Statement This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
• Supports up to 64 DM 8G transmitters and 64 DM 8G receivers (DM-MD64X64) or up to 128 DM 8G transmitters and 128 DM 8G receivers (DM-MD128X128) (Continued on following page) 1. Onboard HDMI output and analog audio input and output are future features that will be enabled through a future output blade and other components.
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1080p. DM 8G+ is compatible with HDBaseT Alliance specifications for connecting to HDBaseT compliant equipment. 3. For complete system design guidelines, refer to the Crestron DigitalMedia Design Guide (Doc. 4546) at www.crestron.com/dmresources. All wire and cables sold separately. 4. The maximum DigitalMedia 8G fiber (DM 8G fiber) cable length is 1000 feet (300 meters) using CRESFIBER8G fiber optic cable or 500 feet (150 meters) using standard CRESFIBER, CRESFIBER-SINGLE-SC, or third-party OM3 simplex multimode fiber optic cable.
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1080p. DM 8G+ is compatible with HDBaseT Alliance specifications for connecting to HDBaseT compliant equipment. 5. For complete system design guidelines, refer to the Crestron DigitalMedia Design Guide (Doc. 4546). All wire and cables sold separately. 6. The maximum DigitalMedia 8G fiber (DM 8G fiber) cable length is 1000 feet (300 meters) using CRESFIBER8G fiber optic cable or 500 feet (150 meters) using standard CRESFIBER, CRESFIBER-SINGLE-SC, or third-party OM3 simplex multimode fiber optic cable.
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330 feet (100 meters). Modular Architecture The DM-MD64X64 features a modular architecture with 8 input blade slots and 8 output blade slots; the DM-MD128X128 features a modular architecture with 16 input blade slots and 16 output blade slots. Each blade slot on the DM switchers are field installable, allowing for easy and flexible system configuration with the ability to make changes to the system as needs change.
10/100 Ethernet to each display and source device via select DM receivers and transmitters (sold separately), providing high-speed connectivity for any room device that requires a LAN connection. Ethernet is also utilized internally by the Crestron control bus to manage all of the DM devices in the system and provide display control in each room.
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The DM switchers deliver enhanced reliability for mission-critical applications, employing hot-swappable redundant power supplies to ensure continuous operation throughout the life of the system. Two power supplies occupy the DM-MD64X64; three power supplies occupy the DM-MD128X128. Each of the onboard power supplies has a demonstrated MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures) of over a half million hours.
Specifications for the DM switchers are listed in the following table. DM Switcher Specifications SPECIFICATION DETAILS Video Switcher 64 x 64 (DM-MD64X64) or 128 x 128 (DM-MD128X128) digital matrix, modular input/output blades, Crestron QuickSwitch HD Input Signal Types Configurable via modular plug-in blades supporting HDMI, DisplayPort Multimode,...
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SERVICE port, and (16) DM-MD64X64 or (32) DM-MD128X128 internal 1000 Mbps ports for the I/O blades plus (1) internal 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX port for the CPU USB Switch 64 x 64 (DM-MD64X64) or 128 x 128 (DM-MD128X128) matrix, follow video or breakaway Power Requirements Main Power DM-MD64X64: 16 A @ 100-127 Vac or 8 A @ 200-240 Vac, 50/60 Hz;...
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DM-MD64X64: 24.44 in (621 mm) DM-MD128X128: 41.97 in (1066 mm) Width 19.00 in (483 mm) Depth DM-MD64X64: 16.26 in (413 mm) without I/O blades DM-MD128X128: 16.26 in (413 mm) without I/O blades, 19.55 in (497 mm) including front and rear handles Weight DM-MD64X64: 49.0 lb (22.3 kg) without I/O...
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2. DM 8G+ and HDBaseT input is a future feature that will be enabled through a future input blade. 3. Onboard HDMI output and analog audio input and output are future features that will be enabled through a future output blade and other components. Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 7318D DigitalMedia Switchers: DM-MD64X64/DM-MD128X128 • 11...
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Pin 1 Pin 2 Data - Data + Ground POWER SUPPLIES (2 [DM-MD64X64] or 3 [DM-MD128X128]) (1-2 or 1-3) LEDs Green LEDs, indicate when each corresponding power supply is functioning POWER SUPPLIES (1) Red flashing LED, indicates a fault with...
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(1) 6-32 screw, chassis ground lug 1. Although the DM-MD64X64 and DM-MD128X128 continue to operate if a single power supply fails, it is recommended that the failed power supply be replaced as soon as possible to restore power supply redundancy.
The DM switchers also use high-speed Ethernet for communications between the device and a control system, computer, media server and other IP-based devices. For general information on connecting Ethernet devices in a Crestron system, refer to the Crestron e-Control Reference Guide (Doc.
The CPU may receive an instruction from a device on the public network, such as a Crestron control system, and may then create a new instruction for a private device such as a DM blade or endpoint. Ethernet packets from the public network, however, can never traverse the private network.
IP IDs of multiple DM switchers in the same system must be unique. When setting the IP ID, consider the following: • The IP ID of each unit must match an IP ID specified in the Crestron Studio™ or SIMPL Windows program. •...
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These feet should be attached near the corner edges on the underside of the unit prior to the hookup procedure. Refer to the following illustration for placement of the feet. 28 • DigitalMedia Switchers: DM-MD64X64/DM-MD128X128 Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 7318D...
Crestron DM-MD64X64/DM-MD128X128 DigitalMedia Switchers Foot Placement for the DM Switchers (DM-MD64X64 Shown) Place Feet in Corners Hardware Hookup Make the necessary connections as called out in the following illustrations. Refer to “Network Wiring” on page 25. Apply power after all connections have been made.
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DigitalMedia Switchers Crestron DM-MD64X64/DM-MD128X128 Hardware Connections for the DM-MD64X64 (Front) COMPUTER: To USB Port on PC 30 • DigitalMedia Switchers: DM-MD64X64/DM-MD128X128 Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 7318D...
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Crestron DM-MD64X64/DM-MD128X128 DigitalMedia Switchers Hardware Connections for the DM-MD64X64 (Rear) INPUT (1-8): OUTPUT (1-8): Accept DMB-I Series Accept DMB-O Series Input Blades for Output Blades for Connection to DM Connection to DM Transmitters or Other Receivers or Other DM Devices...
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DigitalMedia Switchers Crestron DM-MD64X64/DM-MD128X128 Hardware Connections for the DM-MD128X128 (Front) COMPUTER: To USB Port on PC 32 • DigitalMedia Switchers: DM-MD64X64/DM-MD128X128 Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 7318D...
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Connection to DM Connection to DM Transmitters or Other Receivers or Other DM Devices DM Devices CPU: Accepts CPU Blade (Included) 100-127V~50/60Hz 16A 200-240V~50/60Hz 8A: Main Power Inputs Ground Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 7318D DigitalMedia Switchers: DM-MD64X64/DM-MD128X128 • 33...
To access the DM switcher from a web browser, go to the IP address or host name of the switcher. The default host name is DM-64x64-XXXXXX for the DM-MD64X64 and D128x128-XXXXXX for the DM-MD128X128 (XXXXXX represents the last six hexadecimal digits of the MAC address of the switcher, for example, DM-64x64-33956F or D128x128-33956F).
Crestron recommends using the latest programming software and that each device contains the latest firmware to take advantage of the most recently released features. NOTE: Crestron software and any files on the website are for authorized Crestron dealers and Crestron Service Providers (CSPs) only. New users must register to obtain access to certain areas of the site (including the FTP site).
NOTE: If a USB flash drive is to be used to upgrade firmware of the DM-MD128X128, insert the USB flash drive into the USB port of a PC. Download the latest firmware file from the Crestron website to the PC. The firmware file is named dm-md64x64_X.XXX.XXXX.zip for the DM-MD64X64 and dm-md128x128_X.XXX.XXXX.zip for the...
Connect the ac power cord to the corresponding power inlet after a power supply is installed. 2. Although the DM-MD64X64 and DM-MD128X128 continue to operate if a single power supply fails, it is recommended that the failed power supply be replaced as soon as possible to restore power supply redundancy.
Crestron worldwide offices at www.crestron.com/offices. To post a question about Crestron products, log onto Crestron’s Online Help at www.crestron.com/onlinehelp. First-time users must establish a user account to fully benefit from all available features.
CPU Blade A CPU blade is included with each DM switcher. The DMB-CPU-64 is the CPU blade for the DM-MD64X64; the DMB-CPU-128 is the CPU blade for the DM-MD128X128. Either CPU blade can be purchased separately to provide a backup replacement. Replacement of the CPU blade can be performed on site without requiring any tools and without removing the switcher from the equipment rack.
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2 Vrms unbalanced (1) USB Type A female; USB 2.0 host port for connection of a USB flash drive; For save/load of configuration and EDID settings and for firmware update Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 7318D DigitalMedia Switchers: DM-MD64X64/DM-MD128X128 • 41...
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Memory Card (2 GB SD Memory Card Included) Memory Card Included) USB: For Connection of USB Flash Drive AUDIO OUT: AUDIO OUT: To Analog Audio Input To Analog Audio Input 42 • DigitalMedia Switchers: DM-MD64X64/DM-MD128X128 Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 7318D...
1920 x 1080 @ 25 Hz (1080p25) 1920 x 1080 @ 50 Hz (1080p50) 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz (1080p60) 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz (Continued on following page) Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 7318D DigitalMedia Switchers: DM-MD64X64/DM-MD128X128 • 43...
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2. 4K support at 50/60 Hz with 4:2:0 color sampling will be enabled through a future firmware update. 3. Analog stereo audio input requires the optional AUD-BOB-1602 analog audio breakout box (future product, sold separately). 44 • DigitalMedia Switchers: DM-MD64X64/DM-MD128X128 Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 7318D...
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(future product, sold separately) HDMI requires an appropriate adapter or interface cable to accommodate a DVI or DisplayPort Multimode signal. CBL-HD-DVI interface cables sold separately. 46 • DigitalMedia Switchers: DM-MD64X64/DM-MD128X128 Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 7318D...
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Make the necessary connections as called out in the illustration below. Hardware Connections for the DMB-4K-I-HD INPUT HD 1-8: From HDMI Digital Video/Audio Inputs ANALOG AUDIO INSERT: From Analog Audio Breakout Box (Sold Separately) Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 7318D DigitalMedia Switchers: DM-MD64X64/DM-MD128X128 • 47...
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The maximum DigitalMedia 8G fiber (DM 8G fiber) cable length is 1000 feet (300 meters) using CRESFIBER8G fiber optic cable or 500 feet (150 meters) using standard CRESFIBER, CRESFIBER-SINGLE-SC, or third-party OM3 simplex multimode fiber optic cable. 48 • DigitalMedia Switchers: DM-MD64X64/DM-MD128X128 Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 7318D...
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DigitalMedia Switchers Crestron DM-MD64X64/DM-MD128X128 Physical Description Connectors and indicators are shown below. DMB-I-S Connectors and Indicators 50 • DigitalMedia Switchers: DM-MD64X64/DM-MD128X128 Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 7318D...
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The maximum DigitalMedia 8G fiber (DM 8G fiber) cable length is 1000 feet (300 meters) using CRESFIBER8G fiber optic cable or 500 feet (150 meters) using standard CRESFIBER, CRESFIBER-SINGLE-SC, or third-party OM3 simplex multimode fiber optic cable. Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 7318D DigitalMedia Switchers: DM-MD64X64/DM-MD128X128 • 51...
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When cable is not connected, protect the optical transceivers on the DMB-I-S by using the included caps. Fiber ends should be handled carefully and the cable should not be bent or coiled tightly. 52 • DigitalMedia Switchers: DM-MD64X64/DM-MD128X128 Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 7318D...
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The maximum DigitalMedia 8G single-mode fiber (DM 8G SM fiber) cable length is 7.5 miles (12 km) using CRESFIBER8G-SM or third-party G.652.D (or better) single-mode fiber optic cable. Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 7318D DigitalMedia Switchers: DM-MD64X64/DM-MD128X128 • 53...
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Crestron DM-MD64X64/DM-MD128X128 DigitalMedia Switchers Physical Description Connectors and indicators are shown below. DMB-I-S2 Connectors and Indicators Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 7318D DigitalMedia Switchers: DM-MD64X64/DM-MD128X128 • 55...
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The maximum DigitalMedia 8G single-mode fiber (DM 8G SM fiber) cable length is 7.5 miles (12 km) using CRESFIBER8G-SM or third-party G.652.D (or better) single-mode fiber optic cable. 56 • DigitalMedia Switchers: DM-MD64X64/DM-MD128X128 Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 7318D...
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When cable is not connected, protect the optical transceivers on the DMB-I-S2 by using the included caps. Fiber ends should be handled carefully and the cable should not be bent or coiled tightly. Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 7318D DigitalMedia Switchers: DM-MD64X64/DM-MD128X128 • 57...
DM-CBL-D, or CAT5e. Shielded cable and connectors are recommended to safeguard against unpredictable environmental electrical noise which may impact performance at resolutions above 1080p. Refer to the Crestron DigitalMedia Design Guide (Doc. 4546) for complete system design guidelines. DM 8G+ is compatible with HDBaseT Alliance specifications for connecting to HDBaseT compliant equipment.
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DTS-HD Master Audio, up to 8-channel Construction Plug-in blade, occupies (1) DM switcher output blade slot, includes metal faceplate with black finish Weight 1.6 lb (726 g) (Continued on following page) Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 7318D DigitalMedia Switchers: DM-MD64X64/DM-MD128X128 • 59...
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DigitalMedia 8G Cable Connector with Wire Guide DM-8G-CRIMP Crimping Tool for DM-8G-CONN DM-8G-CRIMP-WG Crimping Tool for DM-8G-CONN-WG DM-CBL-8G DigitalMedia 8G Cable PW-4830DUS 150 W Power Pack for PoDM 60 • DigitalMedia Switchers: DM-MD64X64/DM-MD128X128 Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 7318D...
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Crestron DM-MD64X64/DM-MD128X128 DigitalMedia Switchers Physical Description Connectors and indicators are shown below. DMB-4K-O-C Connectors and Indicators Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 7318D DigitalMedia Switchers: DM-MD64X64/DM-MD128X128 • 61...
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DM-CBL-D, or CAT5e. Shielded cable and connectors are recommended to safeguard against unpredictable environmental electrical noise which may impact performance at resolutions above 1080p. Refer to the Crestron DigitalMedia Design Guide (Doc. 4546) for complete system design guidelines. DM 8G+ is compatible with HDBaseT Alliance specifications for connecting to HDBaseT compliant equipment.
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Make the necessary connections as called out in the illustration below. Hardware Connections for the DMB-4K-O-C OUTPUT DM 1-8: To DM 8G+ Input of DM or HDBaseT Device PoDM INPUT PWR: From PoDM Power Pack Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 7318D DigitalMedia Switchers: DM-MD64X64/DM-MD128X128 • 63...
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The maximum DigitalMedia 8G fiber (DM 8G fiber) cable length is 1000 feet (300 meters) using CRESFIBER8G fiber optic cable or 500 feet (150 meters) using standard CRESFIBER, CRESFIBER-SINGLE-SC, or third-party OM3 simplex multimode fiber optic cable. 64 • DigitalMedia Switchers: DM-MD64X64/DM-MD128X128 Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 7318D...
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DigitalMedia Switchers Crestron DM-MD64X64/DM-MD128X128 Physical Description Connectors and indicators are shown below. DMB-O-S Connectors and Indicators 66 • DigitalMedia Switchers: DM-MD64X64/DM-MD128X128 Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 7318D...
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The maximum DigitalMedia 8G fiber (DM 8G fiber) cable length is 1000 feet (300 meters) using CRESFIBER8G fiber optic cable or 500 feet (150 meters) using standard CRESFIBER, CRESFIBER-SINGLE-SC, or third-party OM3 simplex multimode fiber optic cable. Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 7318D DigitalMedia Switchers: DM-MD64X64/DM-MD128X128 • 67...
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When cable is not connected, protect the optical transceivers on the DMB-O-S by using the included caps. Fiber ends should be handled carefully and the cable should not be bent or coiled tightly. 68 • DigitalMedia Switchers: DM-MD64X64/DM-MD128X128 Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 7318D...
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The maximum DigitalMedia 8G single-mode fiber (DM 8G SM fiber) cable length is 7.5 miles (12 km) using CRESFIBER8G-SM or third-party G.652.D (or better) single-mode fiber optic cable. Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 7318D DigitalMedia Switchers: DM-MD64X64/DM-MD128X128 • 69...
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Crestron DM-MD64X64/DM-MD128X128 DigitalMedia Switchers Physical Description Connectors and indicators are shown below. DMB-O-S2 Connectors and Indicators Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 7318D DigitalMedia Switchers: DM-MD64X64/DM-MD128X128 • 71...
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The maximum DigitalMedia 8G single-mode fiber (DM 8G SM fiber) cable length is 7.5 miles (12 km) using CRESFIBER8G-SM or third-party G.652.D (or better) single-mode fiber optic cable. 72 • DigitalMedia Switchers: DM-MD64X64/DM-MD128X128 Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 7318D...
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When cable is not connected, protect the optical transceivers on the DMB-O-S2 by using the included caps. Fiber ends should be handled carefully and the cable should not be bent or coiled tightly. Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 7318D DigitalMedia Switchers: DM-MD64X64/DM-MD128X128 • 73...
(property or economic damages inclusive) arising from the sale or use of this equipment. Crestron is not liable for any claim made by a third party or made by the purchaser for a third party.
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. Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 7318D DigitalMedia Switchers: DM-MD64X64/DM-MD128X128 • 75...
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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 76 • DigitalMedia Switchers: DM-MD64X64/DM-MD128X128 Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 7318D...
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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. Operations & Installation Guide – DOC. 7318D DigitalMedia Switchers: DM-MD64X64/DM-MD128X128 • 77...
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