1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. PureLink Manuals
  4. Network Router
  5. MX-800
  6. Owner's manual

PureLink MX - 800 Owner's Manual

8 x 8 digital modular matrix router
Hide thumbs Also See for MX - 800:
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

Download this manual
Owner´s Manual
MX - 800
8 x 8 Digital Modular Matrix Router

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading
Need help?

Need help?

Do you have a question about the MX - 800 and is the answer not in the manual?

Questions and answers

Related Manuals for PureLink MX - 800

Summary of Contents for PureLink MX - 800

  • Page 1 Owner´s Manual MX - 800 8 x 8 Digital Modular Matrix Router...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    PureLink GmbH Table of Contents 1. Product Overview Page. 1.1 Safety Precautions 1.2 Introduction 1.3 Part Names & Reference 1.4 Installation 2. Product Features 2.1 Key Functions 2.2 Features & Specifications 3. Operational Guidelines 3.1 “MAIN MENU” User Guide 4. Communication Code Configuration 4.1 RS-232C(COM) COMMUNICATION CODE SET-UP...

  • Page 3: Product Overview Page

    PureLink GmbH 1. Product Overview 1.1 Safety Precautions - Always use the correct external power supply (indicated on the product label) when operating this unit. - Please refrain from using frayed power cords and damaged wall outlets. - Mishandling of this product may lead to a fire or explosion hazard.

  • Page 4: Introduction

    PureLink GmbH 1.2 Introduction The MX-800 matrix router supports DVI 1.0, HDMI Ver1.3, and HDSDI interface settings in a single unit. The modular input/output ports allow users to connect multiple displays to the router. The MX-800 features a switching mechanism that splits signals from 8 channels to any designated output port.

  • Page 5: Part Names & Reference

    PureLink GmbH 1.3 Part Names & Reference Front Panel: POWER: Main power switch ON / OFF DISPLAY: View menu and system mode RESET: Revert the matrix router to its original settings. FUNCTION: Navigate menu and control options CREATE: Program input channels...

  • Page 6: Back Panel

    PureLink GmbH Back Panel DC 12V: Power supply (DC +12V) input port LAN: LAN (TCP/IP) input port RS-232 C: RS-232C input port INPUT SLOT : DVI , DVI&3.5 STEREO , HDSDI , CAT-5 , OPTICAL ports (IN1~8) OUTPUT SLOT : DVI , DVI&3.5 STEREO , HDSDI , CAT-5 , OPTICAL ports (OUT1~4)x2 EA...

  • Page 7: Installation

    PureLink GmbH 1.4 Installation Guidelines and Procedures 1. Installation Environment The following settings are recommended in order to achieve optimal performance: - Operational temperature should be 30° C (best condition) or below - Operational humidity should be 60% (best condition) or below...

  • Page 8: Product Features

    PureLink GmbH 2. Product Features 2-1. Key Functions The MX-800 matrix router is compliant with DVI 1.0, HDMI V1.3, and HDSDI. The back- pane card slot design allows users to create a customized digital interface for connecting multiple display sources.
  • Page 9 PureLink GmbH 2-Levels: 3-Levels:...

  • Page 10: Features & Specifications

    PureLink GmbH 2. System Diagram The figure below illustrates a connectivity diagram. Input signals can be switched manually through the front panel or through external control sources (IR, RS-232C, LAN (TCP/IP)), and distributed to any combination of designated output ports.

  • Page 11: Operational Guidelines

    PureLink GmbH 3. Operational Guidelines 3.1 MAIN MENU User Guide Turn the power switch on Once all channel indicator lights are on, the first step is complete 1. Initial page on the LCD display 2. Channel View and Input Selection IN / OUT indicates connection status Press the IN / OUT KEY to display each channel’s connection status and video resolution...
  • Page 12 PureLink GmbH 6. SYSTEM INFO 7. EDID 8. SYSTEM CONFIG Press the ENTER KEY to select an option. Press the CANCLE KEY to return to the main menu 4. CREATE MENU Select an INPUT channel Press the IN / OUT KEY to set a channel...
  • Page 13 PureLink GmbH Create up to 20 PRODUCT ID’s  Set : Displays current number or PRODUCT ID’s  Edit : Use the UP / DOWN KEY to select the ID and press ENTER to edit or save.  Press CANCEL to reverse selection and return to the previous screen 7.
  • Page 14 PureLink GmbH  Displays the firmware version associated with each SLOT.  Use the UP / DOWN KEY to select from menu and press ENTER to continue.  Press CANCEL to reverse selection and return to the previous screen. 10. EDID MENU ...
  • Page 15 PureLink GmbH O N F  Switching Delay: controlling channel conversion speed  Fast: quickest conversion (DVI or 2CH HDMI)  Normal: 2-3 sec. delay  Slow: 3-5 sec. delay  Switching delay may vary with each monitor or TV source.

  • Page 16: Communication Code Configuration

    PureLink GmbH 4. Communication Code Configuration 4-1.COMMAND LINE OPERATIONS ■ Control Programmer’s Guide (Code Structure and Examples) This section is designed for programmers who wish to create their own control programs using the command code. All Pure Link digital matrix routers provide a simple character stream control used by external control devices attached to a Pure Link device.
  • Page 17 PureLink GmbH Ex 1) Command (Connect Input 1 to Output 1) *255CI01O01! ¶ Ack value *255sC I01O01! Ex 2) Command (Check Input connection status on Output 3) *255?O03! ¶ Ack Value *255s? I03O03! General Rules for Command Codes The commands are coded in ASCII and HEXA. Please refer to Table 3.1 on pg. 18 for detailed descriptions of keys and functions.
  • Page 18 PureLink GmbH Table 3.1 Command Codes Characters Table The table below shows command code characters (keys), which are used to generate control commands, their functions, and short function descriptions. Function Description and Example Byte ASCII 0x2A Start the command Header Code...
  • Page 19 PureLink GmbH entries containing multiple numbers 0x49 Router ID check command; check Router ID check 0x69 router’s current ID number Firmware version Firmware version check command; ?version check *255?version! ¶ Baud rate sting command; *255@001!¶ 19200 → *255@002!¶ → 38400...
  • Page 20 PureLink GmbH Ack (Acknowledge) Value Response Table The following table shows ack value response characters along with their descriptions and meanings, which may appear instead of the initially entered character or number. If these characters appear, all or part of the command has not been executed.
  • Page 21 PureLink GmbH can be interpreted as follows: (*) Starting the command code (255) Router ID is 255 (C) Create connection on (I01) Input 01 to (O01) Output 01 (!) take the command. For a complete list of command characters and their functions, see examples below.
  • Page 22 PureLink GmbH 4-1.2 Disconnecting Switches The characters and numbers in a Disconnect command tell the system which input or output to disconnect. The “D” key initiates a Disconnect command for routing a switch. The characters and numbers that follow the “D” command tell the system that inputs and outputs to disconnect.
  • Page 23 PureLink GmbH 4-1.3 Connection Status Check A connection status can be checked to confirm that the switch has been correctly executed or to confirm correct routing to multiple outputs. The characters and numbers in a status command tell the system which input or output to check.
  • Page 24 PureLink GmbH 4-1.6 Baud Rate Setting User can set baud rate for RS-232 command control. 1. Enter the Baud rate setting command below. Replace the “#”s with the input and output number(s). *255@#! ¶ @001: Baud rate at 19200 @002: Baud rate at 38400...
  • Page 25 PureLink GmbH Function Key On/Off: User can enable or disable the function key located on physical router’s front panel. Example: Command Codes Action *255K000! ¶ Function key On/Off 4-2 LAN CODE CONFIGURATION 4-2.1 Using TELNET protocol with LAN(TCP/IP) The MX-800 router can be controlled from remote locations through the LAN port using WINDOWS XP...
  • Page 26 PureLink GmbH *255I000! *255sI Router ID 255* Router ID verification command code Send “ *255I000! ” Router will send response: “ *255sI Router ID 255” 4-2.2 Using HTTP protocol with LAN(TCP/IP - Control PC Search Searching data for channel configuration Character train should begin with “LCD.CGI”...
  • Page 27 PureLink GmbH Run Explorer and enter the newly configured IP address to open the channel configuration window above. Select desired channel and click SEND to change the channel.

  • Page 28: Connector Pin Assignment

    PureLink GmbH 4-3 Connector Pin Assignment Power Input Part Name Description Remarks VCC( DC12V) VCC(DC12V) Power Jack RS-232C Input Part Name Description Remarks Not used Rx D Tx D Not used D-SUB 9-Pin Connector Not used Not used Not used...

  • Page 29: Additional Information

    PureLink GmbH 5. Additional Information Manufacturer’s Warranty (2-Year) Dtrovision warrants this MX-800 modular matrix router to be free from defects in workmanship and materials, under normal use and service, for a period of two (2) year from the date of purchase from Dtrovision or its authorized resellers.
  • Page 30 PureLink GmbH Hovesaatstraße 6 D-48432 Rheine Telefon: +49 (0) 5971 800 299-0 Fax: +49 (0) 5971 800 299-99 E-mail: info@purelink.de www.purelink.de For order support, please contact your local dealer. For technical support, please contact us at support@purelink.de...

Table of Contents