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- Page 1 Crestron QM-MD4X4 4X4 QuickMedia™ Matrix Switcher Operations Guide...
- Page 2 This document was prepared and written by the Technical Documentation department at: Crestron Electronics, Inc. 15 Volvo Drive Rockleigh, NJ 07647 1-888-CRESTRON All brand names, product names and trademarks are the property of their respective owners. ©2007 Crestron Electronics, Inc.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Crestron QM-MD4X4 4X4 QuickMedia™ Matrix Switcher Contents 4X4 QuickMedia™ Matrix Switcher: QM-MD4X4 Introduction ..........................1 Features and Functions ....................1 Applications......................... 2 Internal Block Diagram ....................4 Specifications ......................6 Physical Description....................7 Industry Compliance ....................11 Setup ............................12 Network Wiring...................... -
Page 5: 4X4 Quickmedia™ Matrix Switcher: Qm-Md4X4
Up to two QuickMedia Matrix Switchers and Distribution Centers may be cascaded in a given QuickMedia signal path* to support larger system configurations. For instance, a QM-MD4X4 may be used to expand the input capacity of a QM-MD7X2, or multiple QM Matrixes can be combined to support applications such as room- combining with numerous inputs and outputs. -
Page 6: Applications
DC power distribution built in to simplify termination of the QuickMedia and Cresnet wiring. Applications The following diagrams show a QM-MD4X4 in a lecture hall application and a business application. QM-MD4X4 in a Lecture Hall Application 2 • 4X4 QuickMedia™ Matrix Switcher: QM-MD4X4... - Page 7 QM-MD4X4 in a Business Application For more information on this and other QM applications, refer to the latest revision of the Crestron MediaManager Applications Guide (Doc. 6244) which is available from the Crestron website (http://www.crestron.com/manuals). 4X4 QuickMedia™ Matrix Switcher: QM-MD4X4 • 3...
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Page 8: Internal Block Diagram
Internal Block Diagram The following diagram represents the switching abilities of the QM-MD4X4. The QM-MD4X4 can be operated locally (local mode) using buttons on the front panel, or remotely from a control system (system mode). For more information, refer to “Operating Modes”... - Page 9 4X4 QuickMedia™ Matrix Switcher Up to two tiers of QM-MD4X4s can be cascaded to provide up to 16 QM inputs through one QM-MD4X4 as shown in the following block diagram. Multiple QM-MD4X4s Cascaded to One QM-MD4X4 4X4 QuickMedia™ Matrix Switcher: QM-MD4X4 • 5...
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Page 10: Specifications
10.14 in (25.75 cm) Weight 4.6 lbs (2.1 kg) 1. The latest software versions can be obtained from the Crestron website. Refer to the NOTE following these footnotes. 2. 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. -
Page 11: Physical Description
4X4 QuickMedia™ Matrix Switcher Physical Description This section provides information on the connections, controls and indicators available on your QM-MD4X4. QM-MD4X4 Physical View (front) QM-MD4X4 Physical View (rear) 4X4 QuickMedia™ Matrix Switcher: QM-MD4X4 • 7 Operations Guide – DOC. 6546A... - Page 12 (1) yellow LED, indicates communication with Cresnet system AUDIO BREAK (1) recessed pushbutton & red LED, enables audio breakaway in Local mode, indicates audio breakaway in System mode (continued on following page) 8 • 4X4 QuickMedia™ Matrix Switcher: QM-MD4X4 Operations Guide – DOC. 6546A...
- Page 13 (2) 2-pin 5mm detachable terminal blocks 24/G providing (1) power connector per (4) Cresnet ports; Receive 24 Volts DC from external Cresnet power supplies; Maximum Load: 75 watts each (continued on following page) 4X4 QuickMedia™ Matrix Switcher: QM-MD4X4 • 9 Operations Guide – DOC. 6546A...
- Page 14 (137m) and 22 ns; a maximum of two QM midpoint devices may be inserted in a given QM signal path. (exceptions apply, refer to each respective product manual for full detail). 10 • 4X4 QuickMedia™ Matrix Switcher: QM-MD4X4 Operations Guide – DOC. 6546A...
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Page 15: Industry Compliance
Crestron QM-MD4X4 4X4 QuickMedia™ Matrix Switcher Industry Compliance As of the date of manufacture, the QM-MD4X4 has been tested and found to comply with specifications for CE marking and standards per EMC and Radiocommunications Compliance Labelling. NOTE: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to... -
Page 16: Setup
• Provide sufficient power to the system. CAUTION: Insufficient power can lead to unpredictable results or damage to the equipment. Please use the Crestron Power Calculator to help calculate how much power is needed for the system (www.crestron.com/calculators). • For larger networks, use a Cresnet Hub/Repeater (CNXHUB) to maintain signal quality. -
Page 17: Identity Code
QM-WMC Identity Code The Net ID of the QM-MD4X4 has been factory set to 32. The Net IDs of multiple QM-MD4X4 devices in the same system must be unique. Net IDs are changed from a personal computer (PC) via the Crestron Toolbox™ (refer to “Establishing Communication”... - Page 18 Rack Mounting The QM-MD4X4 can be mounted in a rack or stacked with other equipment. Two “ears” are provided with the QM-MD4X4 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.
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Page 19: Hardware Hookup
Stacking Four “feet” are provided with the QM-MD4X4 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. - Page 20 C2N-SPWS300 System Power Supply Operations Guide (Doc. 8190). NOTE: Power to the QM ports on the QM-MD4X4 can be applied using other configurations. The total power usage of each port group must not exceed the port group’s available input power.
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Page 21: 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 22 4X4 QuickMedia™ Matrix Switcher Crestron QM-MD4X4 Configuration Manager Configuration Manager is the view where programmers “build” a Crestron control system by selecting hardware from the Device Library. • To incorporate the QM-MD4X4 into the system, drag the QM-MD4X4 from the Cresnet Control Modules | QM Series folder of the Device Library and drop it in the System Views.
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Page 23: Example Program
The symbol can be viewed by double clicking on the icon or dragging it into Detail View. Each signal in the symbol is described in the SIMPL Windows help file (F1). Example Program An example program for the QM-MD4X4 is available from the Crestron website (www.crestron.com/exampleprograms). 4X4 QuickMedia™ Matrix Switcher: QM-MD4X4 • 19... -
Page 24: Uploading And Upgrading
Use the Address Book in Crestron Toolbox to create an entry for the QM-MD4X4 using the expected communication protocol (Indirect). Select the Cresnet ID of the QM-MD4X4 and the address book entry of the control system that is connected to the QM-MD4X4. -
Page 25: Program Checks
Using Crestron Toolbox, display the network device tree (Tools | Network Device Tree) to show all network devices connected to the control system. Right-click on the QM-MD4X4 to display actions that can be performed on the QM-MD4X4. 4X4 QuickMedia™ Matrix Switcher: QM-MD4X4 • 21... -
Page 26: Operation
System mode. Local Mode Operation-Switching Signal Routing Signals coming in to the QM-MD4X4 can be switched to individual or multiple output locations. Additionally, the audio and video portions of an input signal can be switched simultaneously or separately. - Page 27 NOTE: If ENTER has not been pressed, you can go back and “undo” changes made to the current routing. Switching Audio & Video 1. Press LOCAL to place the QM-MD4X4 in the Local mode (the LOCAL Separately LED is flashing slowly).
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Page 28: Problem Solving
4X4 QuickMedia™ Matrix Switcher Crestron QM-MD4X4 Problem Solving Troubleshooting The following table provides corrective action for possible trouble situations. If further assistance is required, please contact a Crestron customer service representative. QM-MD4X4 Troubleshooting TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTION Device does not... -
Page 29: Check Network Wiring
Cresnet power usage of the entire chain. If the unit is home-run from a Crestron system power supply network port, the Cresnet power usage of that unit is the Cresnet power usage of the entire run. The wire gauge and the Cresnet power usage of the run should be used in the following equation to calculate the cable length value on the equation’s left side. -
Page 30: Reference Documents
For assistance in your local time zone, refer to the Crestron website (www.crestron.com/offices) for a listing of Crestron worldwide offices. 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 31: 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 32 Crestron Electronics, Inc. Operations Guide – DOC. 6546A 15 Volvo Drive Rockleigh, NJ 07647 (2016915) Tel: 888.CRESTRON 10.07 Fax: 201.767.7576 Specifications subject to www.crestron.com change without notice.
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