SMART-AVI HDTV Router User Manual

Multi-format non-blocking audio, video, rs-232 and infrared distribution 8x8 matrix. controlled via software, remote control or over the internet.

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HDTV Router
Multi-format non-blocking audio, video, RS-232
and infrared distribution 8x8 matrix.
Controlled via software, remote control or over the Internet.

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  • Page 1: User Manual

    User Manual HDTV Router Multi-format non-blocking audio, video, RS-232 and infrared distribution 8x8 matrix. Controlled via software, remote control or over the Internet.
  • Page 2 Notice: The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice. SmartAVI makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this material, including but not limited to, implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for any particular purpose. SmartAVI will not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance or use of this material.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    What’s in the Box ........................4 Overview ............................ 5 Applications ..........................5 Chapter 2: Installation........................6 Connecting the HDTV Router (Quick Start)..............6 Connecting the HDTV Router (Detailed Instructions)..........7 Video and Audio Inputs ....................7 Connecting the Communication Cable..............7 System Power ON......................
  • Page 4: Chapter 1: Introduction

    Chapter 1: Introduction What’s in the box: Matrix HDC-MXS HDTV Component or UXGA + Audio over CAT5 8x8 Matrix with RS232 Control. Includes: [HDC-MX0808, CCRS232MF06, SM-CSW & (CCPWR06US)] Receivers XTP-RXS XTPRO UXGA/Audio/RS232/IR CAT5 Receiver with Dual Video support VGA connector for video and 3.5mm jack for audio XTP-RXLS XTPRO UXGA/Audio/RS232/IR CAT5 Long Range Receiver with Dual Video support VGA...
  • Page 5: Overview

    Router allows multiple VGA/audio inputs to be routed to multiple outputs simultaneously, by way of a direct connection into the router. The HDTV Router is a high-quality switching matrix for VGA type signals. All signal formats are catered for including VGA, SVGA, XGA, RGBHV and sync on green (SOG) applications. For ease of installation, Standard VGA connectors (HD15 sockets) are used for the input as well as the output video signal.
  • Page 6: Chapter 2: Installation

    Warning: As a precaution, we recommend that you disconnect all power cords and make sure that all devices are turned off. Plug in all external audio/video sources to the back of the HDTV Router. (Inputs) Connect all external monitors and speakers to the back of the HDTV Router. (Outputs) Connect a serial cable from the RS-232 port on your computer to the RS-232 port located on the back panel of the HDTV Router unit.
  • Page 7: Connecting The Hdtv Router (Detailed Instructions)

    The audio inputs for the HDTV Router are standard 3.5 mm Stereo Miniplug connectors. Connect all of the audio inputs to the back of the HDTV Router unit. Many computer audio sources use this standard connection but there is other equipment such as receivers, and VCRs where a special adapter cable will be needed.
  • Page 8: Connecting The Communication Cable

    Chapter 2: Installation Connecting the Communication Cable: RS-232 Each unit can be controlled by a RS-232 port connected from the back of the chassis. The SmartControl software will be used to control the units. Connect the RS-232 cable the control computer by connecting the female RS-232 connector into the male RS-232 connector of the PC.
  • Page 9: System Power On

    Turn computer on and make sure that the boot up process has completed. Observe to see if LEDs are lit. The HDTV Router unit has two. One of those LEDs is for the power and the other is to indicate that the unit is functioning properly.
  • Page 10: Chapter 3: Software Installation And Operation

    Chapter 3: Software Installation & Operation Find the Installation CD that came with your HDTV Router unit. This CD has the SmartControl software that you will need in order to control the unit using a computer. Insert the CD into your CD-ROM. On the CD you should see: SmartControl Installer.exe...
  • Page 11 Chapter 3: Software Installation & Operation Inputs/Outputs: Enter the number of Inputs/Outputs your HDTV Router has. For now we will assume that there are 16 inputs and 16 outputs. Com Port: Select the appropriate com port that your computer is using to access the router.
  • Page 12: The Button Panel

    Chapter 3: Software Installation & Operation The Main Routing Window enables you to control the router(s) connections by means of the matrix panel, the button panel, or with pre-recorded routes called macros. Matrix Panel: This is probably the simplest way to route the connections. Simply click on the cross point itself.
  • Page 13: Macros

    Chapter 3: Software Installation & Operation Macros: This section of the window is used to save and play back macros. Macros store a set sequence of routes. To record a macro: Click on the Record button (last button shown above). A blinking “recording” message below this button will be displayed to indicate that all routes are being recorded.
  • Page 14: Chapter 4: Technical Information

    Chapter 4: Technical Information HDTV Router SPECIFICATIONS Video Bandwidth 400 MHz Input Signal Level 1 Volt pk-pk into 75R Output Impedance 100 Ohms Input Impedance 75 Ohms Connector 8 x HD15 socket female Format VGA/SVGA/XGA/RGBHV/RGsB/ CVBS/YC/YUV/RGBS Syncs TTL5VDC Bandwidth Horizontal Sync up to 85KHz...
  • Page 15 Chapter 4: Technical Information XTPRO SPECIFICATIONS XTAV SPECIFICATIONS Receiver with dual monitors, Audio and IR/ Receiver with Video and Audio support RS-232 support VGA Data VGA Data Format RGBHV, RGsB, YUV, Y/C, CVBS Format RGBHV, RGsB, YUV, Y/C, CVBS Up to 1900 x 1200 Resolution VGA, SVGA, XGA, SXGA Up to 1900 x 1200...
  • Page 16 Chapter 5: Communication Protocol Where; <Source> =Single Byte, Switch Input channel -1 <Destination> =Single Byte, Switch output channel number -1 Response: If successful the unit will respond with an ACK (0x06) Examples 1. Sending the following byte string sets Source 1 to Destination 1 on chassis 0 0xBE,0xEF,0x00,0x00,0x00,0x00,0x00,0x51, 2.
  • Page 17 Chapter 5: Communication Protocol Set Audio Only Crosspoint Cmd = 4 Databytes = destination, source i.e. to switch audio on output 3 to input 4 CMD = 3 Databytes = 3,4 Mute Video on specified output Cmd = 5 Databytes = Destination, State (0=off, 1 = on) i.e.
  • Page 18 Chapter 5: Communication Protocol The command to make the end of CAT5 line receiver (SLRX-RX300) switch between its local and remote sources is as follows; <0xBE><0xEF><Frame Address><Reserved><CMD><DATA BYTES><BCC> Where; <0xBE> always 0xBE <0xEF> always 0xEF <Frame Address> Frame address. Set by Hex switch on unit or position in Rack frame. <RESERVED>...
  • Page 19 Chapter 5: Communication Protocol Comms Cable DB9 cable ended plug Function UTP Wire Colours (RJ45) RX-(A) Orange TX+(B) White & Brown Blue Green RX+(B) White & Orange TX-(A) Brown You will also require a cable that sits between the RS422 port of the K2 converter and the Frame. It should be wired as shown below.
  • Page 20 Chapter 5: Communication Protocol Appendix B: Continued….. (Sample Translation routine in Visual BASIC) Function LookUpOSDString(sTextMessage As String) As String ‘ ‘ Look up chars and translate to message for OSD ‘ Dim iLoop As Integer Dim sNewMess As String Dim sChar As String sNewMess = Space$(MAX_SCREEN_CHAR) For iLoop = 1 To Len(sTextMessage) sChar = Mid$(sTextMessage, iLoop, 1)
  • Page 21: Chapter 5: Appendices

    Chapter 6: Appendices Limited Warranty Statement A. Extent of limited warranty 1. SmartAVI Technologies, Inc. warrants to the end-user customers that the SmartAVI product specified above will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for the duration of 1 year, which duration begins on the date of purchase by the customer.
  • Page 22 Chapter 6: Appendices Input Description Output Description...
  • Page 23 SmartAVI, Inc. 2840 N. Naomi Ave. Burbank, CA 91504 Tel (818) 565-0011 Fax (818) 565-0020 Email: info@smartavi.com...

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