Extron electronic Switch 12800 User Manual
Matrix 12800 Series  
Matrix 12800 Wideband, Video, Sync, and Audio Matrix Switchers  
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FCC Class A Notice  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to  
the following two 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. The Class A limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is  
operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with  
the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful  
interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.  
This unit was tested with shielded cables on the peripheral devices. Shielded cables must be used with the unit to ensure compliance with FCC emissions limits.  
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Table of Contents  
Chapter One • Introduction.......................................................................................................1-1  
About the Matrix 12800 Switcherꢀ.................................................................................1-2  
Featureꢀ............................................................................................................................................1-4  
Definitions......................................................................................................................................1-8  
Chapter Two • Inꢀtallation ........................................................................................................2-1  
Inꢀtallation Overview..............................................................................................................2-2  
Rack Mounting the Switcher...............................................................................................2-3  
UL guidelines .............................................................................................................................2-3  
Mounting instructions..............................................................................................................2-3  
Rear Panel Connectionꢀ and Settingꢀ............................................................................2-4  
Pre-virtualization operations ..................................................................................................2-5  
BME settings ........................................................................................................................2-5  
Serial ports...........................................................................................................................2-7  
Ground.................................................................................................................................2-8  
UL guidelines for ground ..............................................................................................2-8  
Power ...................................................................................................................................2-8  
Virtualization/Control Software ...........................................................................................2-10  
Installing the software......................................................................................................2-10  
Starting the software........................................................................................................2-11  
Post-Virtualization operations ..............................................................................................2-12  
Wideband video, low resolution video, and sync connections  
(wideband, video, and sync BMEs only)...........................................................................2-12  
Audio connections (audio BMEs only)..............................................................................2-12  
Remote control panel, front panel controller, and Ethernet connections ....................2-14  
Cabling and RJ-45 connector wiring...........................................................................2-15  
External sync connections (wideband and video BMEs only) .........................................2-16  
Other Settingꢀ............................................................................................................................2-18  
Serial port protocol switches.................................................................................................2-18  
Baud rate switches..................................................................................................................2-18  
Sync termination switches .....................................................................................................2-18  
IP parameters initialization ...................................................................................................2-18  
Chapter Three • Virtualization/Control Software ...................................................3-1  
Explaining Virtual I/O Switching.......................................................................................3-2  
Virtualization/Control Prograꢁ.........................................................................................3-4  
Creating a virtual I/O switching system (map)......................................................................3-5  
Reassigning virtual I/O connectors .......................................................................................3-10  
Creating rooms within the system........................................................................................3-12  
Remote controlling the Matrix 12800 system.....................................................................3-14  
Ties......................................................................................................................................3-15  
Presets ................................................................................................................................3-16  
Save a preset................................................................................................................3-16  
Recall or delete a preset..............................................................................................3-16  
Icons and captions.............................................................................................................3-17  
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Programming the matrix offline (emulate mode) .............................................................3-18  
Saving and restoring matrix settings ...................................................................................3-20  
Creating program byte strings..............................................................................................3-21  
Ethernet operation.................................................................................................................3-21  
Logging on to the switcher via the Ethernet...................................................................3-22  
Ethernet protocol settings................................................................................................3-23  
Address and Name fields.............................................................................................3-24  
Date and Time (GMT) fields ........................................................................................3-25  
Administrator Password, User Password, and Mail Server Password fields .............3-25  
E-mail Addressee fields................................................................................................3-26  
Windows buttons and drop boxes .......................................................................................3-27  
Main screen menu bar options.........................................................................................3-27  
File menu......................................................................................................................3-27  
System-Config selection ..............................................................................................3-27  
Tools menu...................................................................................................................3-28  
Preferences menu ........................................................................................................3-29  
Virtual map screen menu bar options..............................................................................3-30  
Return to main.............................................................................................................3-30  
Configure menu...........................................................................................................3-30  
Special Characterꢀ ...................................................................................................................3-31  
Chapter Four • Prograꢁꢁing Guide...................................................................................4-1  
RS-232/RS-422 Portꢀ...................................................................................................................4-2  
Ethernet (LAN) Port ..................................................................................................................4-3  
Ethernet connection.................................................................................................................4-3  
Default IP addresses..................................................................................................................4-3  
Establishing a connection........................................................................................................4-4  
Number of connections............................................................................................................4-4  
Hoꢀt-to-Switcher Inꢀtructionꢀ.............................................................................................4-4  
Switcher-Initiated Meꢀꢀageꢀ...............................................................................................4-5  
Switcher Error Reꢀponꢀeꢀ.....................................................................................................4-5  
Uꢀing the Coꢁꢁand and Reꢀponꢀe Tableꢀ.................................................................4-6  
Symbol definitions...............................................................................................................4-6  
Command and response table for SIS commands................................................................4-8  
Symbol definitions.............................................................................................................4-17  
Command and response table for IP SIS commands..........................................................4-18  
Special Characterꢀ ...................................................................................................................4-18  
Chapter Five • Web Operationꢀ..............................................................................................5-1  
Download the Startup Page................................................................................................5-2  
Statuꢀ Tab........................................................................................................................................5-3  
System Status page...................................................................................................................5-3  
BME Status page .......................................................................................................................5-4  
MKP/MCP Status page..............................................................................................................5-4  
DSVP page..................................................................................................................................5-5  
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Configuration Tab......................................................................................................................5-5  
System Configuration page.....................................................................................................5-5  
Administration fields...........................................................................................................5-6  
Matrix IP settings fields.......................................................................................................5-6  
Name field......................................................................................................................5-6  
IP Address field ..............................................................................................................5-6  
Gateway IP Address field...............................................................................................5-6  
Subnet Mask field..........................................................................................................5-6  
Hardware Address field.................................................................................................5-6  
Email Settings page ..................................................................................................................5-7  
Mail IP Address field............................................................................................................5-7  
User Name field...................................................................................................................5-7  
Password field......................................................................................................................5-7  
Email Address fields.............................................................................................................5-8  
File Manageꢁent Tab ..............................................................................................................5-8  
File Management page............................................................................................................5-8  
Control Tab.....................................................................................................................................5-9  
Set and View Ties page ............................................................................................................5-9  
RGBHV Settings page .............................................................................................................5-10  
Changing the input gain and attenuation (systems with audio BMEs) .........................5-11  
Muting and unmuting one or all outputs........................................................................5-12  
Changing the RGB delay...................................................................................................5-12  
Global Presets page ................................................................................................................5-13  
Saving a preset ..................................................................................................................5-14  
Recalling a preset ..............................................................................................................5-14  
Physical Connections pages ...................................................................................................5-14  
Chapter 6 • Upgradeꢀ and Maintenance.........................................................................6-1  
Opening and Cloꢀing the Matrix Switcher.................................................................6-2  
Opening the switcher...............................................................................................................6-2  
Closing the switcher .................................................................................................................6-3  
Reꢁoving and Inꢀtalling the Fan Aꢀꢀeꢁblꢂ..............................................................6-4  
Reꢁoving and Inꢀtalling the Power Supplꢂ Module...........................................6-6  
Removing the power supply module ....................................................................................6-6  
Installing the power supply module ......................................................................................6-7  
Replacing the Fuꢀe ....................................................................................................................6-8  
Reꢁoving and Cleaning the Filter...................................................................................6-9  
Setting the DIP Switcheꢀ.....................................................................................................6-10  
Swapping the serial port protocol (RS-232/RS-422) ...........................................................6-10  
Changing the serial port baud rate......................................................................................6-11  
Changing the sync termination ............................................................................................6-12  
Reꢁoving and Inꢀtalling the Controller Card and Replacing the  
Firꢁware .......................................................................................................................................6-13  
Removing the primary or redundant controller card........................................................6-13  
Updating the firmware..........................................................................................................6-14  
Installing the controller card.................................................................................................6-15  
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Reꢁoving and Inꢀtalling the I/O Card and Setting the Audio Gain..........6-16  
Removing the I/O card............................................................................................................6-18  
Setting the default audio gain .............................................................................................6-19  
Installing the I/O card.............................................................................................................6-20  
Troubleꢀhooting........................................................................................................................6-21  
Power supplies.........................................................................................................................6-21  
Controller cards.......................................................................................................................6-22  
Input/output cards..................................................................................................................6-23  
Cooling .....................................................................................................................................6-23  
Communication with the FPC 5000......................................................................................6-23  
Appendix A • Ethernet Connection.................................................................................... A-1  
Ethernet Link ............................................................................................................................... A-2  
Ethernet connection................................................................................................................ A-2  
Default address ........................................................................................................................ A-2  
Pinging to determine Matrix IP Address........................................................................... A-3  
Pinging to determine Web IP address............................................................................... A-3  
Connecting as a Telnet client ................................................................................................. A-4  
Telnet tips............................................................................................................................ A-4  
Open.............................................................................................................................. A-4  
Escape character and Esc key ....................................................................................... A-5  
Local echo...................................................................................................................... A-5  
Set carriage return-line feed........................................................................................ A-5  
Close .............................................................................................................................. A-5  
Help ............................................................................................................................... A-5  
Quit................................................................................................................................ A-5  
Subnetting — A Priꢁer.......................................................................................................... A-6  
Gateways................................................................................................................................... A-6  
Local and remote devices........................................................................................................ A-6  
IP addresses and octets............................................................................................................ A-6  
Subnet masks and octets......................................................................................................... A-6  
Determining whether devices are on the same subnet ..................................................... A-7  
Appendix B • Reference Inforꢁation................................................................................B-1  
Specificationꢀ ...............................................................................................................................B-2  
Part Nuꢁberꢀ and Acceꢀꢀorieꢀ...........................................................................................B-5  
Matrix 12800 BMEs ...................................................................................................................B-5  
Optional accessories .................................................................................................................B-5  
Cables..........................................................................................................................................B-5  
Bulk cable and termination tools.......................................................................................B-5  
Terminated cable assemblies ..............................................................................................B-6  
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Matrix 12800 Switchers  
Chapter One  
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Introduction  
About the Matrix 12800 Switchers  
Features  
Definitions  
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Introduction  
About the Matrix 12800 Switcherꢀ  
The Extron Matrix 12800 Series of switchers is a family of matrix switcher basic  
module enclosures (BMEs) and an optional front panel controller (FPC 5000) that  
allows you to create video and audio matrix systems with up to 128 inputs and  
128 outputs specifically tailored to meet your requirements. The Matrix 12800  
Series includes:  
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Wideband video switcher BME — A rack mountable 10U switcher that  
routes video (red [R], green [G], and blue [B] video planes, component video,  
S-video, and composite video) from any input to any one or more outputs.  
Video switcher BME — A rack-mountable 10U switcher that routes  
low resolution (NTSC, PAL, or SECAM) component video, S-video, and  
composite video from any input to any one or more outputs.  
Sync switcher BME — A rack-mountable 10U switcher that routes horizontal  
(H) and vertical (V) or composite sync from any input to any one or more  
outputs.  
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Audio switcher BME — A rack-mountable 10U switcher that routes balanced  
or unbalanced audio from any input to any one or more outputs.  
FPC 5000 Front Panel Controller — A rack-mountable device that permits  
front panel configuration of the inputs and outputs and control of additional  
system features.  
Wideband (RGBHV and RGBS) video requires at least one wideband BME to  
handle the R, G, and B video planes and at least one sync BME to handle the H and V  
or the composite sync plane. A complete 128 input by 128 output RGBHV and  
audio matrix consists of three video switching BMEs (one each for R, G, and B), two  
sync BMEs (one each for H and V), and an audio switching BME with, optionally,  
an FPC 5000 (figure 1-1).  
The rear panel of the sync or wideband video BME features a full complement of  
input and output BNC connectors, and the rear panel of the audio BME features  
a full complement of input and output captive screw connectors. The full  
complement of connectors permits the switcher to be upgraded or expanded to  
accommodate any system just by replacing or adding a new internal circuit card.  
The circuit cards, fans, and power supplies are hot swappable, eliminating the need  
to power down the matrix during field upgrades or expansion.  
The microprocessor of the Matrix 12800 sync switcher BME monitors and self-  
diagnoses the controller circuit cards, the input/output (I/O) circuit cards, the  
power supplies, and the cooling fans. The dual redundant power supplies and  
cooling fans of the switcher ensure reliable operation 24 hours a day. If a power  
supply or a fan fails, the switcher can continue to operate normally without  
danger of overheating. The switcher provides local visual and audio indications  
of the failure and reports the failure via the Ethernet and RS-232/RS-422 links.  
A technician can then replace the hot-swappable faulty component with no  
interruption of a mission-critical system.  
The Matrix 12800 system can be controlled with an optional FPC 5000 or via  
the RS-232/RS-422, telnet, or Ethernet link using a control system, a PC, or the  
Extron MKP 1200 remote keypad, MCP 1000 or MKP 1000 remote control panels,  
or both. The FPC 5000 has a large LCD touch panel that allows direct access  
and total control over all presets and switching functions. FPC 5000 menus  
provide an intuitive interface for quick and easy setup and programming. The  
Extron Simple Instruction Set (SIS™) is a set of basic ASCII code commands  
that provide simple control through a third party control system or PC without  
programming long, obscure strings of code.  
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FPC 5000  
PRN  
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CAUTION  
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fire, replace only with same  
type and rating of fuse.  
Matrix 12800 Sync  
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ANAHEIM, CA  
MADE IN USA  
LISTED  
1T23  
I.T.E.  
CAUTION  
For protection against risk of  
fire, replace only with same  
type and rating of fuse.  
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ANAHEIM, CA  
MADE IN USA  
LISTED  
1T23  
I.T.E.  
CAUTION  
For protection against risk of  
fire, replace only with same  
type and rating of fuse.  
Figure 1-1 — Typical Matrix 12800 application  
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Featureꢀ  
Input and output connectors — All connectors are clearly labeled as either input or  
output for easy installation. With the Extron virtualization/control software,  
a visual map can be printed for easy representation of the virtual I/Os. This  
feature reduces the time required for setup and programming.  
Bandwidth — Bandwidth is a minimum of 375 MHz (-3 dB), fully loaded. This  
high bandwidth allows Extron switchers to switch everything from NTSC  
video to high-resolution computer video.  
Digital Sync Validation Processing (DSVP™) — In critical environments or  
unmanned, remote locations, it is vital to know that sources are active and  
switching. The exclusive Extron DSVP confirms that input sources are active  
by scanning all sync inputs for active signals. DSVP provides instantaneous  
frequency feedback for composite sync or separate horizontal and vertical  
sync signals via the RS-232/RS-422 port of the switcher. The frequency  
information can be displayed on any control system or in a Windows®-based  
control program on a local-area network (LAN) or internet (IP) connection  
(figure 1-2).  
Input # 01  
Signal: PRESENT  
Sync Type: H&V  
Vertical Freq.: 60 Hz  
Horz Freq.: 31.5 kHz  
MATRIX INPUT STATUS  
Input # 01  
Signal: PRESENT  
Sync Type: H&V  
Input # 02  
Signal: PRESENT  
Sync Type: H&V  
Input # 03  
Signal: PRESENT  
Sync Type: H&V  
Input # 04  
Signal: PRESENT  
Sync Type: H&V  
Vertical Freq.: 60 Hz  
Horz Freq.: 31.5 kHz  
Vertical Freq.: 60 Hz  
Horz Freq.: 31.5 kHz  
Vertical Freq.: 60 Hz  
Horz Freq.: 31.5 kHz  
Vertical Freq.: 60 Hz  
Horz Freq.: 31.5 kHz  
Input # 05  
Signal: PRESENT  
Sync Type: H&V  
Input # 06  
Signal: PRESENT  
Sync Type: H&V  
Input # 07  
Signal: PRESENT  
Sync Type: H&V  
Input # 08  
Signal: PRESENT  
Sync Type: H&V  
Vertical Freq.: 60 Hz  
Horz Freq.: 31.5 kHz  
Vertical Freq.: 60 Hz  
Horz Freq.: 31.5 kHz  
Vertical Freq.: 60 Hz  
Horz Freq.: 31.5 kHz  
Vertical Freq.: 60 Hz  
Horz Freq.: 31.5 kHz  
Input Horz. Vert.  
Input # 09  
Signal: PRESENT  
Sync Type: H&V  
Input # 10  
Signal: PRESENT  
Sync Type: H&V  
Input # 11  
Signal: PRESENT  
Sync Type: H&V  
Input # 12  
Signal: PRESENT  
Sync Type: H&V  
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Figure 1-2 — DSVP data display  
Rooming — Each Matrix 12800 system can be programmed to group multiple  
outputs to specific “rooms”, allowing them to have their own presets. The  
system can have up to 32 rooms, each of which can have up to 10 presets.  
Triple-Action Switching™ (RGB delay) — RGB delay blanks the screen when the  
matrix switcher switches to a new RGB video source. The new sync signals  
precede the RGB signals, so there is no noise-filled scramble shown during  
the transition. The time delay between the RGB and sync signals is user  
adjustable up to five seconds via SIS and Windows program control.  
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Operational flexibility — Operations such as input/output selection, setting of  
presets, and adjustment of audio levels can be performed at the front panel  
controller, over the primary and secondary RS-232/RS-422 links, or via the  
Ethernet link. The RS-232/RS-422 links allow remote control via two PCs  
or control systems. The Ethernet link allows multiple remote links with two  
levels of password protection.  
• Front Panel Controller — The optional FPC 5000 Front Panel Controller  
allows easy configuration of inputs and outputs, as well as control of  
additional system features.  
• Virtualization/control software — For serial port or Ethernet remote control  
from a PC, Extron includes its Windows-based control software with every  
matrix switcher. This icon-driven software uses a drag-and-drop-point-and-  
click interface to make I/O configuration and other customization functions  
simple and convenient. The Windows-based control program also has an  
emulation mode that lets you create a switcher configuration file at the home  
office and then download it for use on site.  
• Simple Instruction Set (SIS) — The SIS is a set of basic ASCII code commands  
that provide simple control through a PC or control system. Instead of  
programming in long, obscure strings of code, SIS makes it easy to operate the  
matrix using serial port or Ethernet control.  
• Remote control — The Matrix 12800 switchers are remote controllable, using  
an MKP 1200 control keypad, an MCP 1000 master control panel, or both and  
any combination of MCP 1000 slave control panels or MKP 1000 slave control  
keypads, or both. Each MCP 1000 can be used for one-touch switching for a  
particular output and for selecting global presets. The MKP 1200 and each  
MKP 1000 is dedicated to an output and can be used to select a different input  
for that output or to select a preset.  
The MKP 1200 is directly connected to the MCP/MKP Comm port on  
BME 0 of the Matrix 12800 system.  
The MCP 1000 master control panel is connected to one of the  
RS-232/RS-422 ports. MCP 1000 slave control panels, MKP 1000 slave  
control keypads, or both are connected to the MCP 1000 master control  
panel. The remote control devices are easy to use and provide tactile  
buttons for quick selection.  
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Operational reliability — The Matrix 12800 can support round-the-clock operation  
in mission-critical applications, using a combination of self-diagnosis, hot-  
swappable components, and optional redundant components.  
• Advanced computer-aided diagnostics — The Matrix 12800 performs self  
diagnostics, 24 hours a day, of the I/O cards, primary and redundant power  
supply voltages, controller cards, cooling status, and the overall functional  
status of the matrix. The status can be monitored off-site for unmanned  
applications via the Ethernet or RS-232/RS-422 communications ports.  
• Dual redundant, hot swappable controller cards — The primary and  
redundant controller cards are internally mounted. The primary and  
redundant controller cards can each initiate configuration changes or other  
matrix switcher operations. Each card has an RS-232/RS-422 port for  
connection of a PC or control system. Redundant controllers mean zero  
downtime for the system. There is no loss of functionality should one of the  
controller cards fail. A failed controller card is easily replaceable through the  
front door with no tools required. Hot swappable controllers allow the user to  
replace either at any time — without powering down the matrix.  
• Dual redundant, hot swappable power supplies — The internally mounted  
primary and redundant power supplies are configured to automatically switch  
over from a primary supply to a hot redundant supply in the case of a failure.  
The complete power circuit, from the plug, through the power supplies, to  
the insertion of the power onto the power distribution plane, is separate  
and redundant (figure 1-3). If the installation includes uninterruptible or  
completely separate power sources, the switcher remains powered up through  
any power interruption short of a simultaneous loss of power on both power  
sources.  
AC  
Power  
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Primary Redundant  
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Figure 1-3 — Redundant power supply backs up primary  
The ready hot redundant power supplies mean zero downtime for the system  
and no loss of functionality should one of the primary supplies fail. Should  
a primary power supply fail, the redundant power supply immediately  
assumes the load of the failed primary supply. A failed power supply is easily  
replaceable through the front door at any time — without powering down the  
matrix, and with no tools required.  
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• Dual redundant, hot swappable cooling fans — Four cooling fans are  
provided for ventilation and heat management. Fan and temperature sensors  
identify problems, which are reported locally with visual indications and  
remotely via the Ethernet and serial port links. Fans and the filter are easily  
replaceable through the front door with only a screwdriver required.  
• Field upgradable, hot swappable modular design — The architecture of the  
Matrix 12800 allows you to repair, upgrade, or expand the matrix by simply  
installing a new I/O module. Hot swappable components allow the user to  
replace any I/O module at any time — without powering down the matrix.  
• Low mean-time-to-repair — Full access to all of the internal modules and  
assemblies is available through the front door, providing easy maintenance  
and serviceability.  
Switching flexibility — Individually buffered, independent matrix switched  
outputs. Any input can be switched to any or all outputs within a BME.  
SmartControl microprocessor — The SmartControl microprocessor can determine  
how many inputs and outputs are in use and configures itself for ease of use  
in any application.  
Channel to channel isolation — The Matrix 12800 Series provides excellent  
isolation between channels and extremely low electromagnetic emissions —  
perfect for minimizing signal leakage in high security or government  
environments.  
Presets — The Matrix 12800 can be configured for several different applications  
without the need to change settings each time the application changes.  
Video genlock — The Matrix 12800 includes broadcast quality NTSC, PAL, or  
SECAM video genlock capabilities that enable vertical interval switching.  
Vertical interval switching results in smooth, seamless transitions when  
switching between inputs.  
Two AC power inputs — For added power reliability, some 24-hour environments  
provide two separate AC power sources, one as primary and the second  
as backup. The Matrix 12800 has two AC power inputs for continuous  
connection to both power sources.  
Password protection — There are two levels of password protection at log-in:  
administrator and user. Administrators have full access to all Matrix 12800  
switching capabilities and editing functions. Users can select inputs and  
outputs, set and recall presets, and view all settings with the exception of  
passwords.  
Rack mount — The switchers are mountable in any conventional 19-inch wide rack.  
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Definitions  
The following terms apply to Extron Matrix Switchers, and are used throughout  
this manual:  
Tie — An input-to-output connection.  
Set of ties — An input tied to two or more outputs. (An output can never be tied  
to more than one input.)  
Configuration — May consist of one tie or one or more sets of ties.  
Current configuration — The configuration that is currently being used (also  
called configuration 0).  
Global memory preset — A configuration that has been stored. The Matrix 12800  
can support up to 64 global presets. When a global preset is retrieved from  
memory, it becomes the current configuration.  
Room — A Room consists of a smaller subset of virtual outputs that are logically  
related to each other, as determined by the operator. The Matrix 12800  
supports up to 32 rooms, each of which consists of from 1 to 16 virtual  
outputs.  
Room memory preset — A configuration consisting of virtual outputs in a single  
room that has been stored. When a room preset is retrieved from memory,  
it becomes the current configuration. The Matrix 12800 supports up to 10  
room presets per room. Selecting a room preset only changes the ties to  
outputs that are assigned to that room. All other ties outside the room are not  
affected.  
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Matrix 12800 Switchers  
Chapter Two  
2
Inꢀtallation  
Installation Overview  
Rack Mounting the Switcher  
Rear Panel Connections and Settings  
Other Settings  
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Inꢀtallation Overview  
The Matrix 12800 BMEs that make up a Matrix 12800 system can be installed in a  
rack or a cabinet, if desired. Each BME must be connected on a daisy chain to the  
other BMEs in the system and cannot be separated from the other BMEs by more  
than 25 feet (7.6 m). The BMEs can be rack- or cabinet-mounted in any order.  
Give careful consideration to the location of the equipment in a room. Poor  
planning can result in problems. The number of cables involved can result in a  
cluttered appearance. Power and ventilation requirements are a consideration.  
Although a BME is not noisy by itself, the background noise generated by a rack of  
Matrix 12800 switchers could be distracting.  
The following restrictions apply to installing BMEs:  
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•
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One BME must be assigned the address of BME 0.  
A sync switcher cannot be BME 0.  
Address assignments must be sequential and may not skip numbers, with the  
exception of the BME sequentially after the audio BME.  
•
An audio BME uses two virtual addresses, but is physically assigned a single  
number. For example, an audio BME at physical address 5 occupies virtual  
addresses 5 and 6. A subsequent BME should be set to physical address 7.  
•
•
Address assignments of 0 through 8 are valid; a BME that is assigned address  
9 is ignored.  
A system is limited to one or two audio BMEs.  
Install and set up a Matrix 12800 system for operation as follows:  
1
Disconnect power from all of the equipment, including all video sources  
(such as computers or DVD players), and the devices that receive the matrix-  
switched video, audio, or both.  
2
Rack mount the switcher, if desired.  
3
Ground the BMEs using the ground terminal (most models).  
4
Set the BME addresses.  
5
Connect the BME COMM interconnecting cables.  
6
Connect one or two serial cables to the RS-232/RS-422 ports of BME 0 and to  
the PCs or control systems.  
7
Connect the AC power cables to the BMEs.  
8
Reseat all circuit cards. See chapter 6, “Upgrades and Maintenance”.  
Printed circuit cards can become dislodged from their edge connectors during  
shipment. Reseat all I/O and controller circuit cards before initial power up.  
N
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Apply AC power to the BMEs and verify the BMEs power up normally.  
10  
Load the Matrix 128000 System Virtualization Control software (see  
“Virtualization/Control Software”, later in this chapter).  
11  
Virtualize the Matrix 12800 system if required (see chapter 3, “Virtualization/  
Control Software”).  
12  
Connect all input and output cabling to the Matrix 12800 system.  
13  
Connect all desired remote control panels and remote keypads and connect  
the switcher to the Ethernet Local Area Network (LAN), if desired.  
14  
Set the sync termination switches, if desired.  
15  
If using the Ethernet capability, initialize the Internet protocol (IP) parameters.  
See chapter 3, “Virtualization/Control Software”.  
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Rack Mounting the Switcher  
The Matrix 12800 sync, wideband video, video, and audio BMEs are rack-  
mountable, 10U high, 17.5-inch wide (19-inch wide, including rack ears) metal  
enclosures. The appropriate rack mounting kit is included with the switcher. Rack  
mount the switcher as follows:  
UL guidelineꢀ  
The following Underwriters Laboratories (UL) guidelines pertain to the installation  
of the Matrix 12800 switcher BME into a rack.  
1.  
Elevated operating ambient temperature — If installed in a closed or  
multi-unit rack assembly, the operating ambient temperature of the rack  
environment may be greater than room ambient. Therefore, consider installing  
the equipment in an environment compatible with the 122 °F (+50 °C)  
maximum ambient temperature (Tma) specified by Extron.  
2.  
Reduced air flow — Installation of the equipment in a rack should be such  
that the amount of air flow required for safe operation of the equipment is not  
compromised.  
3.  
4.  
Mechanical loading — Mounting of the equipment in the rack should be such  
that a hazardous condition is not achieved due to uneven mechanical loading.  
Circuit overloading — Consideration should be given to the connection of the  
equipment to the supply circuit and the effect that overloading of the circuits  
might have on overcurrent protection and supply wiring. Appropriate  
consideration of equipment nameplate ratings should be used when  
addressing this concern.  
5.  
Reliable earthing (grounding) — Reliable earthing of rack-mounted  
equipment should be maintained. Particular attention should be given to  
supply connections other than direct connections to the branch circuit (e.g. use  
of power strips.  
Mounting inꢀtructionꢀ  
1.  
Insert the switcher into the rack, align the holes in the mounting bracket with  
those of the rack.  
2.  
Secure the switcher to the rack using the supplied machine screws.  
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Rear Panel Connectionꢀ and Settingꢀ  
All connectors and switches (with the exception of the serial port protocol, baud  
rate, and sync termination DIP switches) are on the rear panel. Figure 2-1 shows  
the Matrix 12800 wideband video switcher. The sync and video switcher is housed  
in similar 10U enclosures. The Matrix 12800 audio switcher is housed in a similar  
10U enclosure, but with 3.5 mm, 5-pole captive screw connectors.  
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Figure 2-1 — Matrix 12800 wideband switcher rear panel features  
BME address switch — See page 2-5.  
a
BME COMM interconnect ports — See page 2-6.  
b
Primary and Secondary RS-232/RS-422 ports — See page 2-7.  
c
Ground terminal — See page 2-8.  
d
Primary and Redundant AC Power Input connectors — See page 2-8.  
e
Primary and Redundant AC Power Input switches — See page 2-9.  
f
Power Supplies LEDs — See page 2-9.  
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CPU Status LEDs — See page 2-9.  
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i
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j
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Balanced and unbalanced audio input connectors — See page 2-13.  
Audio outputs connectors — See page 2-14.  
FPC Comm port — (FUTURE CAPABILITY)  
MCP/MKP Comm ports — See page 2-14.  
Ethernet port — See page 2-15.  
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Pre-virtualization operationꢀ  
BME ꢀettingꢀ  
BME address switch — Each BME must be set to a unique address of 0  
through 8. Address 9 is invalid. The addresses used in the system must be  
sequential with no skipped numbers, other than as required for audio BMEs.  
a
Audio BMEs occupy two BME addresses: the set address and the set address  
plus 1 (for example, if the audio BME is set to address 3, it occupies addresses  
3 and 4). Set the next BME after the audio BME to the address number plus 2  
of the audio BME (for example, if the audio BME is set to address 3, set the  
next BME to address 5).  
Sync BMEs cannot be set to address 0.  
To set the BME address, press the + and - buttons on the BME Address switch  
on the rear panel of the switcher (figure 2-2).  
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BME COMM interconnect ports — If the Matrix 12800 system consists of  
more than one BME, the BMEs must be connected together in a daisy chain  
using Extron-supplied RJ-45 cables.  
b
Connect the first daisy chain from the BME Comm Out connector on BME 0 to  
the nearest BME Comm In connector on the BME (figure 2-3). In a rack whose  
BMEs are numbered sequentially, this would be BME 1. But, since not all  
systems are configured alike, call this module BME n.  
Connect the next RJ-45 cable from the BME Comm Out connector on BME n to  
the BME Comm In connector on nearest unconnected BME (BME n+1) .  
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Figure 2-3 — Daisy-chaining BMEs  
Continue connecting RJ-45 cables from the BME Comm Out connector on  
each daisy-chained module to the BME Comm In connector on the next  
module until all modules are included in the chain. When all of the BMEs are  
connected, each of the BMEs in the system is connected to at least one other  
BME via the BME Comm connectors.  
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Serial portꢀ  
Primary and Secondary RS-232/RS-422 ports — For systems consisting of  
c
a single switcher or for BME 0 on a multi-BME system, connect host devices  
(such as computers or touch panel control systems) or MCP 1000 remote  
control panels (see the MCP 1000 Remote Control Panel User Guide) to the  
Primary and Secondary RS-232/RS-422 ports (figure 2-4). These 9-pin D  
connectors provide for serial RS-232/RS-422 control of the matrix switcher.  
Figure 2-5 shows how to wire the connectors.  
Both ports are connected to both controller circuit cards; a redundant  
controller is not required to use the Secondary RS-232/RS-422 port.  
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Figure 2-4 — Connecting host controllers  
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Figure 2-5 — RS-232/RS-422 port pinout  
After the BMEs have been virtualized, the system can be controlled through  
this connection using the PC or other host system that can generate the proper  
commands.  
The Matrix 12800 Switchers are factory configured for RS-232 control. To use  
the switcher under RS-422 control, you must change an internal DIP switch.  
See chapter 6, “Upgrades and Maintenance” for details.  
The default communications rate is 9600 baud. Baud rates of 19.2, 38.4, and  
115 are also available. See chapter 6, “Upgrades and Maintenance” for details.  
If equipped with a redundant controller, the primary and redundant controllers  
must be configured for the same communications protocol and transfer rates.  
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Ground  
Ground terminal — If the power outlets do not provide connections to  
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the protective ground of the building, connect ground straps between this  
terminal lug on all BMEs and a hard building ground. Secure the ground  
straps with the nut and washer included with each BME.  
You are responsible for providing the ground straps.  
Some earlier BMEs do not have the ground terminal.  
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UL guidelines for ground  
The equipment is intended to be used in a location having equipotential bonding.  
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1.  
The building installation shall provide a means for connection to protective  
earth; and  
2.  
3.  
The equipment is to be connected to that means; and  
A SERVICE PERSON shall check whether or not the socket-outlet from  
which the equipment is to be powered provides a connection to the building  
protective earth (ground). If not, the SERVICE PERSON shall arrange for the  
installation of a PROTECTIVE EARTHING CONDUCTOR from the separate  
protective earthing terminal to the protective earth wire in the building.  
Power  
Primary and Redundant AC Power Input connectors — Connect a standard  
IEC power cord between the rear panel Primary AC Power Input connector  
and a 100 to 240VAC, 50 Hz or 60 Hz power source (figure 2-6).  
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BME  
4
CPU  
PRIMA
ADDRE
BME  
CPU STATUS  
PRIMARY  
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REDUND  
-
S
IN  
ANT  
4
PO  
+
REDUNDANT  
WER SUPPLIES  
+v -v  
ADDRESS  
SYNC  
OUT  
IN  
POWER SUPPLIES  
+V -V  
PR
PRIMARY  
SYN  
PRIMAR  
REDUN
C
PO  
REDUNDANT  
WER IYNPUT  
A
ANT  
C
PRIMARY AC  
POWER INPUT  
REDUNDANT AC  
POWER INPUT  
OU  
D
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A
ER INPUT  
NT  
A
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ANAHEIM,  
MADE IN USA  
CA  
Primary AC  
Power Input  
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12-4V.MAX5/60Hz  
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Power Input  
Figure 2-6 — Connecting power  
If this BME is equipped with redundant power supplies A and B, connect a  
second IEC power cord between the Redundant AC Power Input connector  
and either an uninterruptible power source or a power source that is  
completely independent from the primary power source.  
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Primary and Redundant AC Power Input switches — For BME 0 to recognize  
all of the BMEs in the daisy chain, BME 0 may not be powered on before the  
other BMEs. Rather, turn on BME 0 at the same time or after the other BMEs.  
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During shipment, circuit cards can become dislodged from their edge connectors  
during shipment. Reseat all I/O and controller cards before initial power up.  
See chapter 6, “Upgrades and Maintenance”, for the applicable procedures.  
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Toggle the Primary AC Power Input switch to the on () position to power up  
the BME.  
If this BME is equipped with redundant power supplies A and B, toggle the  
Redundant AC Power Input switch to the on () position.  
Power Supplies LEDs — On power up, observe that the +V and -V Primary  
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LEDs light to indicate that the supplied power is within  
POWER SUPPLIES  
tolerance.  
+V -V  
PRIMARY  
If this BME is equipped with redundant power supplies  
A and B, on power up, observe that the +V and -V  
Redundant LEDs light to indicate that the supplied  
power is within tolerance. If the primary A or B  
power supply fails, the Primary LEDs go out and the  
Redundant LEDs blink to indicate that the redundant B  
or A power supply is supplying the load.  
REDUNDANT  
CPU Status LEDs — On power up, observe that the Primary CPU Status LED  
blinks initially to indicate that internal startup  
CPU STATUS  
housekeeping is occurring and then, assuming that the  
PRIMARY  
primary controller is the active controller, blinks to indicate  
that the primary controller is ready.  
REDUNDANT  
If this BME is equipped with a redundant controller  
card, observe that the Redundant CPU Status LED blinks  
initially and then, assuming that the redundant controller  
is the standby controller, lights steadily to indicate that the  
redundant controller is ready. If the primary controller fails,  
the Primary CPU Status LED goes out and the Redundant  
CPU Status LED blinks to indicate that the redundant  
controller is the active controller.  
Both LEDs blink at startup. After startup, the LED for the active controller  
blinks and the LED for the standby controller lights steadily.  
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Virtualization/Control Software  
The Extron-supplied Matrix 12800 System Virtualization/Control software, which  
runs on a Windows-type computer and communicates with the matrix switcher  
via the Ethernet, RS-232/RS-422 ports, or each on BME 0, provides an easy way  
to virtualize the matrix switcher and to set up ties and sets of ties. Virtualization  
is required before system operation to map the virtual inputs and outputs to the  
physical inputs and outputs.  
If your Matrix 12800 switcher was previously set up for RS-232, and your  
computer comm port uses RS-422, you must change an internal DIP switch.  
See Chapter 6, “Upgrades and Maintenance”, for details.  
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The program is compatible with Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows NT, Windows  
ME, Windows 2000, and Windows XP. Updates to this program can be downloaded  
from the Extron Web site (www.extron.com).  
Inꢀtalling the ꢀoftware  
Matrix 3200 and Matrix 6400 switchers use the same software as the  
Matrix 12800.  
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The program is contained on the Extron Software Products DVD. Install the  
software as follows:  
1.  
Insert the DVD into the drive. The Extron software DVD window should open  
automatically (see figure 2-7). If it does not self-open, run Launch.exe from the  
DVD.  
Figure 2-7 — Software disk window  
2.  
3.  
Click the Software tab (figure 2-7).  
Scroll to the desired program and click Install (figure 2-8).  
Figure 2-8 — Software installation  
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4.  
Follow the on-screen instructions. By default, the installation of the Matrix  
Switchers Control Program creates a MTRX6400 directory, and it places the  
following two icons into a group folder named “Extron Electronics\Matrix  
Switchers”:  
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•
Matrix Switcher 6400+12800 Control Program  
Matrix 12800 Help  
Starting the ꢀoftware  
Click Start > Programs > Extron Electronics > Matrix 6400+12800 Control  
Program to start the program. Select the appropriate Comm port or Ethernet port,  
or select Emulate mode. After you select the Comm or Ethernet port, the software  
looks for the Matrix system, reads its configuration, and then displays it in the  
Matrix 12800 Control Program window.  
Emulate mode allows you to operate the software without having a matrix  
switcher connected to the PC. It can be used as a learning tool or to do advance  
work in your office before it is needed at the installation site.  
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Virtualize the system using the detailed instructions in chapter 3,  
“Virtualization/Control Software”.  
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Poꢀt-Virtualization operationꢀ  
Wideband video, low reꢀolution video, and ꢀꢂnc connectionꢀ (wideband,  
video, and ꢀꢂnc BMEꢀ onlꢂ)  
Wideband and sync input and output connectors — Use worksheets,  
printouts from the Matrix 12800 System/Virtualization Control program, or  
both to determine the virtual connection on each physical input and output  
connection. Connect video and sync inputs and outputs to these BNC  
connectors.  
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Audio connectionꢀ (audio BMEꢀ onlꢂ)  
Audio BMEs (figure 2-9) are similar in most respects to sync, wideband, and video  
BMEs, with the exception of 3.5 mm, 5-pole captive screw connectors for audio  
input and output.  
INPUTS  
11  
1-8  
9-16  
17-24  
25-32  
33-40  
41-48  
49-56  
57-64  
65-72  
73-80  
81-88  
89-96  
97-104 105-112 113-120 121-128  
12  
OUTPUTS  
BME  
CPU STATUS  
PRIMARY  
-
4
+
REDUNDANT  
ADDRESS  
POWER SUPPLIES  
+V -V  
PRIMARY  
REDUNDANT  
PRIMARY AC  
POWER INPUT  
REDUNDANT AC  
POWER INPUT  
ANAHEIM, CA  
MADE IN USA  
LISTED  
1T23  
I.T.E.  
CAUTION  
For protection against risk of  
fire, replace only with same  
type and rating of fuse.  
Figure 2-9 — Audio input and output connectors  
The captive screw connector can be inadvertently plugged partially  
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into one receptacle and partially into an adjacent receptacle. This  
misconnection could damage the audio output circuits. Exercise care to  
ensure the captive screw connector is plugged into the desired input or  
output.  
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For audio inputs and outputs, the length of exposed wires is critical. The ideal  
length is 3/16-inch (5 mm).  
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If the stripped section of wire is longer than 3/16-inch, the exposed wires may  
touch, causing a short circuit between them.  
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If the stripped section of wire is shorter than 3/16-inch, wires can be easily  
pulled out even if tightly fastened by the captive screws.  
Balanced and unbalanced audio input connectors — Each input has a  
3.5 mm, 5-pole captive screw connector for balanced or unbalanced stereo  
audio input. Connectors are included with each Matrix 12800 audio switcher,  
but you must supply the audio cable  
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See figure 2-10 to wire a connector for the appropriate input type and  
impedance level. Use the supplied tie-wrap to strap the audio cable to the  
extended tail of the connector.  
Tip  
Ring  
Sleeves  
Tip  
Tip  
Sleeve  
Tip  
Sleeve  
Ring  
Do not tin the wires!  
Unbalanced Stereo Input  
Balanced Stereo Input  
Figure 2-10 — Captive screw connector wiring for inputs  
See figure 2-11 to identify the tip, ring, and sleeve when you are making  
connections for the switcher from existing audio cables. A mono audio connector  
consists of the tip and sleeve. A stereo audio connector consists of the tip, ring  
and sleeve. The ring, tip, and sleeve wires are also shown on the captive screw  
audio connector diagrams, figure 2-10 and figure 2-12.  
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Tip (+)  
Tip (+)  
Ring (-)  
Sleeve (  
)
Sleeve (  
)
3.5 mm Stereo Plug Connector  
RCA Connector  
(balanced)  
Figure 2-11 — Typical audio connectors  
The audio level for each input can be individually set, via the front panel  
controller, either RS-232/RS-422 port, or the Ethernet port, to ensure  
that the level on the output does not vary from input to input. See the  
Matrix 12800 Switcher Front Panel Controller User Guide, and see chapter 3,  
“Virtualization/Control Software”, chapter 4, “Programming Guide”, and  
chapter 5, “Web Operations” in this manual.  
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Audio outputs connectors — These 3.5 mm, 5-pole captive screw connectors  
output the selected unamplified, line level audio. Connect audio devices,  
such as an audio amplifier or powered speakers.  
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See figure 2-12 to properly wire an output connector. Use the supplied tie-  
wrap to strap the audio cable to the extended tail of the connector.  
No Ground Here  
Tip  
Ring  
Sleeves  
Tip  
Tip  
Sleeves  
Tip  
Ring  
No Ground Here  
Do not tin the wires!  
Unbalanced Stereo Output  
Balanced Stereo Output  
Figure 2-12 — Captive screw connector wiring for audio output  
For unbalanced audio, connect the sleeves to the ground contact.  
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DO NOT connect the sleeves to the negative (-) contacts.  
By default, the audio gain of each output is set to 0 dB (unbalanced) and 6 dB  
(balanced). To reduce this setting by 6 dB (-6 dB [unbalanced], 0 dB [balanced]),  
see “Setting the default audio gain” in chapter 6, “Upgrades and Maintenance“.  
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By default, the audio output follows the video switch. Audio breakaway,  
is available via the front panel, either RS-232/RS-422 port, or the Ethernet  
port. See the Matrix 12800 Switcher Front Panel Controller User Guide, and  
see chapter 3, “Virtualization/Control Software”, chapter 4, “Programming  
Guide”, and chapter 5, “Web Operations” in this manual.  
Reꢁote control panel, front panel controller, and Ethernet connectionꢀ  
FPC Comm port — (FUTURE CAPABILITY)  
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MCP/MKP Comm ports — For systems consisting of a single switcher  
or for BME 0 on a multi-BME system, if desired, connect an MKP 1200  
remote keypad to either of these 3.5 mm, 5-pole captive screw connectors  
(figure 2-13). See the MKP 1200 User Guide, for details.  
80  
96  
112  
128  
Tx  
Rx  
OTU  
Tx  
Rx  
BECOM  
IN  
FPCOM  
Tx  
Rx  
Tx  
Rx  
HNRET  
Y
PMIAR  
Tx  
Rx  
RS3/42  
Tx  
E
Rx  
/PKCOM  
Y
AR  
ABCD  
SCEOND  
RS3/42  
14  
Figure 2-13 — Connecting a control keypad  
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Ethernet port — For systems consisting of a single switcher or for BME 0  
on a multi-BME system, if desired connect the Matrix 12800 either directly  
to an FPC 5000 Front Panel Controller or to an Ethernet LAN via this RJ-45  
connector (figure 2-14). If you are connecting to a LAN, you can still use an  
FPC 5000 as one of the other nodes of the LAN.  
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80  
96  
112  
128  
Tx  
Rx  
T
OU  
Tx  
Rx  
BECOM  
IN  
FPCOM  
Tx  
Rx  
Tx  
Rx  
HNRET  
Y
15  
PMIAR  
Tx  
Rx  
RS3/42  
Tx  
E
Rx  
/PKCOM  
Y
AR  
ABCD  
SCEOND  
RS3/42  
Figure 2-14 — Connecting to the Ethernet  
Cabling and RJ-45 connector wiring  
It is vital that your Ethernet cables be the correct cables, and that they be properly  
terminated with the correct pinout. Ethernet links use Category (CAT) 5e or CAT 6,  
unshielded twisted pair (UTP) or shielded twisted pair (STP) cables, terminated  
with RJ-45 connectors. Ethernet cables are limited to a length of 328 feet (100 m).  
Do not use standard telephone cables. Telephone cables do not support Ethernet  
or Fast Ethernet.  
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Do not stretch or bend cables. Transmission errors can occur.  
The cable used depends on your network speed. The switcher supports both  
10 Mbps (10Base-T — Ethernet) and 100 Mbps (100Base-T — Fast Ethernet),  
half-duplex and full-duplex, Ethernet connections.  
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•
10Base-T Ethernet requires CAT 3 UTP or STP cable at minimum.  
100Base-T Fast Ethernet requires CAT 5e UTP or STP cable at minimum.  
The Ethernet cable can be terminated as a straight-through cable or a  
crossover cable and must be properly terminated for your application  
(figure 2-15, on the next page).  
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Crossover cable — Direct connection between the computer and the  
matrix switcher.  
•
Patch (straight) cable — Connection of the matrix switcher to an Ethernet  
LAN.  
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Crossover Cable  
End 1  
Straight-through Cable  
Pins:  
12345678  
End 2  
Wire color  
End 1  
End 2  
Wire color  
Pin  
Wire color  
Pin  
Wire color  
1
White-green  
White-orange  
1
White-orange  
White-orange  
2
3
4
5
Green  
Orange  
2
3
4
5
Orange  
Orange  
White-orange  
Blue  
White-green  
Blue  
White-green  
Blue  
White-green  
Blue  
White-blue  
White-blue  
White-blue  
White-blue  
6
7
8
Orange  
Green  
6
7
8
Green  
Green  
White-brown  
Brown  
White-brown  
Brown  
White-brown  
Brown  
White-brown  
Brown  
Insert Twisted  
Pair Wires  
T568A  
T568B  
T568B  
T568B  
A cable that is wired as T568A at one end  
and T568B at the other (Tx and Rx pairs  
reversed) is a "crossover" cable.  
A cable that is wired the same at both ends is  
called a "straight-through" cable, because  
no pin/pair assignments are swapped.  
RJ-45  
Connector  
Figure 2-15 — RJ-45 connector and pinout tables  
External ꢀꢂnc connectionꢀ (wideband and video BMEꢀ onlꢂ)  
For NTSC, PAL, or SECAM video, when the switcher switches between inputs, the  
resulting change in image should be seamless, or clean. The Matrix 12800 switcher  
can use an external signal to synchronize switching during the vertical interval.  
Without the external sync locking feature, switching between inputs can result in a  
brief rolling (sync loss) or a brief change in the picture size.  
External sync only works for inputs that have been virtualized as NTSC, PAL,  
or SECAM video only, not for inputs virtualized as RGB video.  
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External Sync In connector — Connect an external sync signal to this BNC  
connection for genlocking the video signal in broadcast or other sync-critical  
applications.  
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External Sync Out connector — Connect any downstream equipment that  
requires genlocking to this BNC connector to route the external sync signal  
throughout the system in broadcast or other sync-critical applications.  
Figure 2-16 shows a basic external sync configuration. The Ext Sync In connector  
receives a timing signal. The Out connector allows the signal to be passed on to  
another video device, if required.  
BBG 6A  
BLACKBURST  
BBG 6 A  
BLACKBURST AND AUDIO  
GENERATOR  
1
2
3
4
5
6
POWER  
12V  
.2A MAX  
1
KHZ  
AUDIO  
BME  
L
R
ON  
1
CPU STATUS  
PRIMARY  
-
IN  
2
3
4
COLORBARS  
+
REDUNDANT  
ADDRESS  
SYNC  
OUT  
POWER SUPPLIES  
+V -V  
PRIMARY  
To Next Device  
REDUNDANT  
PRIMARY AC  
POWER INPUT  
REDUNDANT AC  
POWER INPUT  
ANAHEIM, CA  
MADE IN USA  
LISTED  
1T23  
I.T.E.  
CAUTION  
For protection against risk of  
fire, replace only with same  
type and rating of fuse.  
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Figure 2-17 shows another configuration, in which the timing source passes  
through three video cameras and a video scan converter before connecting to the  
switcher. This type of video camera is capable of synchronizing with the external  
timing source for video editing applications.  
VCR  
VGA Input  
MATRIX 12800  
Wideband or Video BME  
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OUTPUTS  
OUTPUTS  
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LINE  
B
RGB  
MENU/  
EXIT  
ENTER  
POWER  
VSC 700  
R
G
G
B
B
H/HV  
H/HV  
V
V
R/R-Y  
G/Y  
B/B-Y  
SDI  
IN  
100-240V  
0.3A  
Monitor  
R
H/HV  
V
VID S-VIDEO  
OUT  
RS-232  
/422  
INPUTS  
OUTPUTS  
GENLOCK  
50/60 Hz  
BME  
CPU STATUS  
PRIMARY  
-
IN  
4
+
REDUNDANT  
ADDRESS  
SYNC  
POWER SUPPLIES  
+V -V  
PRIMARY  
OUT  
REDUNDANT  
PRIMARY AC  
POWER INPUT  
REDUNDANT AC  
POWER INPUT  
BBG 6 A  
ANAHEIM, CA  
MADE IN USA  
LISTED  
1T23  
I.T.E.  
CAUTION  
For protection against risk of  
fire, replace only with same  
type and rating of fuse.  
Sync Timing  
Video Camera 1  
Video Camera 2  
Video Camera 3  
Figure 2-17 — Multiple device external sync connection example  
If no external sync timing source is connected to the switcher, switching occurs  
immediately.  
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Other Settingꢀ  
Serial port protocol ꢀwitcheꢀ  
The controller card has a DIP switch that allows you to select between the RS-232  
and RS-422 protocol for the rear panel RS-232/RS-422 ports. RS-232 is the default  
setting. See “Swapping the serial port protocol (RS-232/RS-422)” in chapter 6,  
“Upgrades and Maintenance”, to select a different serial port protocol.  
Baud rate ꢀwitcheꢀ  
The controller card has two DIP switches that allow you to select among 9600,  
19200, 38400, and 115200 baud for the rear panel RS-232/RS-422 ports. 9600  
baud is the default setting. See “Changing the serial port baud rate” in chapter 6,  
“Upgrades and Maintenance”, to select a different baud rate.  
Sꢂnc terꢁination ꢀwitcheꢀ  
Each input card supports 32 (two columns on the back panel) physical inputs. In  
a sync BME, the first eight physical inputs on each input card are equipped with  
sync termination DIP switches. Each switch provides the option of selecting  
either 510 ohms or 75 ohms. See “Changing the Sync Termination” in chapter 6,  
“Upgrades and Maintenance”, to tailor the sync termination for non-TTL input  
sync.  
The physical inputs with sync termination switches are:  
• Inputs 1 through 8 on input card 1  
• Inputs 33 through 40 on input card 2  
• Inputs 65 through 72 on input card 3  
• Inputs 97 through 104 on input card 4  
The 75 ohms position is required only for an input with non-TTL sync, greater than  
5V p-p. The normal position is 510 ohms. The switches provide a way to condition  
non-TTL sync levels greater than 5V p-p, enabling the sync to be properly passed  
from the input to all selected outputs.  
An input that produces an out-of-sync display, a display that is rolling  
vertically, tearing horizontally, or both, could indicate a non-TTL sync input.  
A device that is known to output non-TTL sync levels (greater than 5V p-p)  
should be connected to one of the inputs with sync termination switches, and the  
switches for that input should be set to the 75 ohm position. If you’re not sure,  
check the specifications in the user guide for the input device.  
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IP paraꢁeterꢀ initialization  
The Matrix 12800 System Virtualization/Control software, which runs in a  
Windows-type computer and communicates with the matrix switcher via the  
RS-232/RS-422 ports or the Ethernet port on BME 0, provides an easy way to create  
or edit the IP parameters required for WAN or LAN control of the switcher.  
See “Ethernet protocol settings” in chapter 3, “Virtualization/Control Software”.  
If your Matrix 12800 switcher was previously set up for RS-232, and your  
computer comm port uses RS-422, you must change an internal DIP switch.  
See chapter 6, “Upgrades and Maintenance”, for details.  
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Explaining Virtual I/O Switching  
A Matrix 12800 system consists of from one to nine BMEs, each of which can have  
as many as 128 inputs and 128 outputs. It is usually desirable to have certain inputs  
switch together as a set, to follow each other. For example, if the system consists of  
a 128 x 128 video BME and a 128 x 128 audio BME, you want your video images on  
your video monitors to match the audio from the sound system (for example, video  
and audio from a DVD). You would want the video and audio to follow each other  
when they are switched to another display. This type of switching requires the two  
BMEs to communicate with each other so that they both switch to the correct inputs  
simultaneously. In the traditional and simplest configuration, hardware is usually  
designed to switch both BMEs to the same input.  
S-video presents an example in which follow is always required. The luminance  
(Y) and chrominance (C) signals must be switched as a pair of signals. Traditional  
hardware does this by causing the paired signals to follow each other, either in a  
single box made only for S-video or by using two composite video switchers and  
forcing them to follow each other.  
A better solution would be to have a single video matrix switcher box that can be  
field-programmed to be either an S-video switcher, a composite video switcher, or  
some combination of both. That is what the Extron Virtualization/Control software  
does; it groups physical input connectors and physical output connectors together into  
virtual inputs and virtual outputs, each of which switches from one (composite video)  
to seven (RGBHV and stereo audio) virtual planes. The software then downloads  
the virtual map to the system memory of the Matrix 12800.  
Assume a Matrix 12800 video switcher and a Matrix 12800 audio switcher; to  
support the S-video example above, the Virtualization/Control software can map  
(logically split) the video switcher into a Y plane and a C plane, and the audio  
switcher into two (left and right channels) audio planes. This creates a system with  
up to 64 virtual inputs and 64 virtual outputs in 4 virtual planes (Y, C, and left and  
right channel audio). (The limit of 64 inputs and outputs comes from splitting  
the 128 x 128 video BME into 2 halves.) In this example, half of the audio BME  
is not included in the virtual map since only 64 of the 128 ports are used, so the  
configuration would be more cost-effective with a 64 x 64 audio BME.  
As an alternative, using the same Matrix 12800 video and audio switchers, the  
software can map the system into a composite video matrix consisting of up to 128  
virtual inputs by 128 virtual outputs in 3 virtual planes (video and audio).  
The software can also map the same two switchers into a component video system  
consisting of up to 42 virtual inputs by 42 virtual outputs in 5 virtual planes (Y, R-Y,  
B-Y, and left and right audio). In this configuration two physical input BNCs and  
two physical output BNCs are not used. As in the S-video example, the audio plane  
would be served more cost-effectively using a 64 x 64 audio BME.  
Lastly, the software can map the same two switchers into a 25-input-by-25-  
output component video system, a 20-input-by-20-output S-video system, and a  
13-composite-input-by-13-composite-output system, each with audio (58 virtual  
inputs by 58 virtual outputs). In fact, the video switcher can be subdivided to  
accommodate any combination of video formats so long as the total number of  
virtual inputs and virtual outputs does not exceed the number of physical inputs  
and outputs (up to 128 x 128).  
The number of physical input connectors required can be calculated with the  
equation Vi * Vp = Pi, where Vi is the number of virtual inputs, Vp is the number of  
virtual planes, and Pi is the number of physical inputs required. The equation for  
output connectors is Vo * Vp = Po.  
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The largest possible system consists of three 128 x 128 video BMEs, two 128 x 128  
sync BMEs, and one 128 x 128 audio BME. This system can then be mapped to  
become a matrix with 128 virtual inputs and 128 virtual outputs in seven virtual  
planes (R, G, B, H, V, left-channel audio, and right-channel audio).  
All of these configurations are established by creating a virtual map with the  
Virtualization/Control software and downloading the virtual map to the BME. The  
Virtualization/Control software is included with each switcher.  
Note that the number of virtual planes identifies how many physical input (or  
output) connectors are switched for each virtual input switched. The following  
table shows how the physical and virtual inputs and outputs differ in a video BME  
in the 64 x 64 S-video matrix and 42 x 42 component video virtual matrix examples  
above. In either example, the audio BME (not shown) has physical input 1 as virtual  
input 1, 2 as 2, and so on.  
S-video  
Physical  
input  
Virtual S-video  
Physical  
output  
Virtual S-video  
output  
input  
1 (Y)  
2 (C)  
1 (Y)  
2 (C)  
1
2
3
1
2
3
3 (Y)  
4 (C)  
3 (Y)  
4 (C)  
5 (Y)  
6 (C)  
5 (Y)  
6 (C)  
Component video  
Physical Virtual component Physical Virtual component  
input  
video input  
output  
video output  
1 (Y)  
1 (Y)  
2 (R-Y)  
3 (B-Y)  
1
2 (R-Y)  
3 (B-Y)  
1
4 (Y)  
4 (Y)  
5 (R-Y)  
6 (B-Y)  
2
5 (R-Y)  
6 (B-Y)  
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Virtualization/Control Prograꢁ  
The Extron-supplied Matrix 12800/6400/3200 Virtualization/Control software  
runs in a Windows-type computer and communicates with the matrix switcher  
via the primary or secondary RS-232/RS-422 ports or the Ethernet port on BME 0.  
The software provides an easy way for you to virtualize the matrix switcher and  
to establish rooming presets. Virtualization is required before system operation  
to map the virtual inputs and outputs to the physical inputs and outputs and  
download the map to the memory of the Matrix 12800.  
If your Matrix 12800 switcher was previously set up for RS-232, and your  
computer comm port uses RS-422, you must change an internal DIP switch.  
See chapter 6, “Upgrades and Maintenance”, for details.  
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The Virtualization/Control program also provides an an interactive graphical  
interface that allows you to perform all of the functions available at the optional  
Front Panel Controller (FPC). The control portion of the software can be used for  
full control of the system or for initial programming of the system. Settings to the  
matrix switcher are stored in the memory of the switcher, so once the system is  
virtualized, there is no requirement to ever run the Virtualization/Control program  
again.  
The control portion of the Virtualization/Control Program operates in four  
programming methods:  
• Remote control and programming in real time via either RS-232 port or the  
Ethernet port.  
• Saving system settings for later restoration to the same system (backup) or  
copying to (programming) another system. Multiple configurations (programs)  
can be saved to a disk. Any of the configurations can be quickly reloaded later,  
providing an unlimited number of possible setups.  
• Creating program byte-strings for application to a matrix switcher through a  
control system.  
• Emulation (off-line) programming of the system settings for copying to the  
system at a later time or in another location. Emulation mode allows you to  
create programs and configurations for possible matrix hardware configurations  
without being connected to such a system.  
The Virtualization/Control program is compatible with Windows 95, Windows 98,  
Windows NT, Windows ME, Windows 2000, and Windows XP. Updates to this  
program can be downloaded from the Extron Web site (www.extron.com).  
To load a demonstration set of ties, presets, and rooms to your matrix (or to emulate  
one) restore the configuration from the DEMO12800.mtx file that was installed with  
the software. Use the NEW.ini file to clear all settings in a unit.  
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Creating a virtual I/O ꢀwitching ꢀꢂꢀteꢁ (ꢁap)  
The following detailed example uses the Virtualization/Control software to create a  
virtual I/O switching system within the physical hardware. This process generates  
and uploads a virtual map to the Matrix 12800 hardware.  
The physical Matrix 12800 system consists of from one to nine BMEs, each of which  
can have as many as 128 inputs and 128 outputs in 1 to 7 virtual planes.  
Create a virtual I/O switching map as follows:  
1.  
Ensure that all BMEs that are part of the system have been connected to each  
other and their BME numbers have been set correctly. Connect a serial cable  
between the PC and the Primary RS-232/RS-422 port on BME 0. Power up  
the Matrix 12800 system. See chapter 2, “Installation”.  
2.  
On the PC, click Start > Programs > Extron Electronics >  
Matrix 6400+12800 Control Program to start the program. The Comm Port  
Selection window (figure 3-1) appears, asking you to select the appropriate PC  
Comm port, the Ethernet port, or to select Emulate mode. For this example,  
select an RS-232 port, but do not click OK yet.  
3.  
Check the baud rate displayed in the comm port selection  
window. If you need to change the baud rate, click the  
Baud button and double-click the desired baud rate.  
Available rates are 9600, 19200, 38400, and 115200. The  
default is 9600.  
Click OK.  
Figure 3-1 — Comm port selection  
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After you select the Comm port and click OK, the software looks for the  
Matrix system and reads its hardware configuration, the type and size of each  
BME. The software then reads all of the current settings, such as the ties,  
presets, and virtual map, and displays a graphical representation of the ties in  
the program window (figure 3-2).  
Figure 3-2 — Main screen with ties  
If this is a new system that has not been virtualized yet or one that has had its  
map cleared, the graphical representation and all information shown on the  
Virtual Map screen is invalid at this point.  
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If you clicked Emulate, to create a program for a system in advance without  
being connected to it, you have to define the number and type (video, sync,  
or audio) of BMEs, the number of inputs, and the number of outputs for the  
Matrix 12800 system you are emulating. See “Programming the matrix offline  
(emulate mode)” in this chapter.  
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4.  
On the menu bar, click System-Config to show the Virtual Map screen  
(figure 3-3).  
Figure 3-3 — Virtual Map screen  
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5.  
On the menu bar, click Configure > Physical Switchers to show the Physical  
Configuration screen (figure 3-4). Check this screen to ensure that all BMEs  
were seen on program startup and that their type and size is reported  
correctly.  
Click the Close button to return to the Virtual Map screen.  
Figure 3-4 — Physical Configuration screen  
6.  
On the menu bar, click Configure > Virtual Switcher-Basic to show the  
Virtual Configuration screen (figure 3-5). This screen shows how the software  
has mapped the physical system into a virtual system. There are several  
variables that you can change on this screen that affect the number of virtual  
planes and inputs and outputs that are available and how they are presented.  
Figure 3-5 — Virtual Configuration screen  
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a. If a sync BME was found, you can specify, in the Sync Config box,  
whether the Virtualization/Control program is to map the system using  
Composite sync (one plane) or Separate H + V sync (two planes).  
b. In the Ordering box, you can specify whether the program is to organize  
the map assignments in a repeating pattern or grouped by plane. A  
repeated pattern sequentially assigns all of the planes appropriate to  
a specific BME to the physical connectors, for example 1-R (red), 2-G  
(green), 3-B (blue), 4-R, 5-G, 6-B, 7-R, 8-G, 9-B... in a wideband BME and  
1-H (horizontal sync), 2-V (vertical sync), 3-X (unused), 4-H, 5-V, 6-X,  
7-H, 8-V, 9-X... in a sync BME. A grouped pattern groups all the virtual  
inputs and outputs together by plane, for example 1-R, 2-R, 3-R, ...43-G,  
45-G, 46-G, ...122-B, 123-B, 124-B....  
c. Specify the ordering of the planes by clicking on the radio button for each  
color plane or sync plane. For example, you can change the order of a  
wideband BME from RGB to BGR.  
Changes made on the Virtual Configuration screen do not take effect until you  
click the Take button. Click the Close button without Taking to restore the  
variables to their initial settings.  
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Because changes on this screen can change the virtual map, once you have  
started making ties, saving presets, creating rooms, or naming your virtual  
inputs, you should no longer make any changes on this screen.  
d. Click the Take button to make any changes take affect and click the Close  
button to exit the Virtual Configuration screen.  
7.  
8.  
On the Virtual Map screen (figure 3-3), examine the physical layout of the  
BMEs and how the virtualization process assigned the physical input and  
output connectors to various virtual planes.  
If desired, return to the Virtual Configuration screen (click Configure > Virtual  
Switcher-Basic, figure 3-5) and adjust the mapping.  
If the virtual map looks correct, you can optionally assign or edit names (up  
to 12 characters long) to any of the virtual inputs and outputs from the Virtual  
Map screen at any time.  
a. Click the Edit Mode check box.  
b. Click the List-View Names radio button.  
c. Scroll through the Port Name listing and select the desired virtual input  
or virtual output.  
d. Type or edit the name for the virtual input or virtual output in the Name  
field.  
e. Press the Tab key on the keyboard to exit the Name field.  
f. To add or edit the name of another virtual input or output, return to step  
8c.  
After the last name has been added or edited, click the Take button.  
g. Click the End Edit button.  
You can also read and edit the names from the optional FPC, see the  
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9.  
If you plan to use room presets, you need to group certain virtual outputs as  
rooms, see “Creating rooms within the system” in this chapter.  
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10. If desired, on the Virtual Map screen menu bar, click Print Maps to create a  
hard copy map of the virtual system. If you send the map to a color printer  
(select the printer by clicking on File > Select printer on the main screen), the  
map prints with the red plane mapped in red, the green plane in green, the  
blue plane in blue, the horizontal plane in black, the vertical plane in yellow,  
and the audio plane in olive.  
The printed virtual map is invaluable as a wiring guide during installation, or  
as a reference at any time. See chapter 2, “Installation”.  
11. On the Virtual Map screen menu bar, click Return to Main to return to the  
main screen (figure 3-2). Note that the number of inputs and outputs on the  
main screen matches the number of inputs and outputs that were created by  
the virtualization.  
The system virtualization is now complete and the virtual map has been stored  
in BME 0. Unless the map is destroyed (the memory of the BME is corrupted), or  
the system configuration changes (the size, type, or number of BMEs changes),  
there is no need to run the Virtualization/Control program again. The program  
can, however, be run for the control functions (such as establishing ties and setting  
audio gain and attenuation) at any time.  
Reaꢀꢀigning virtual I/O connectorꢀ  
The Virtual Map screen lets you make simple corrections to the virtual map to  
reflect actual physical input and output connections.  
Assume a 42-input x 42-output system consisting of one wideband, one sync, and  
one audio BME (figure 3-3); the wideband BME has 126 inputs and 126 outputs,  
leaving 2 input BNCs and 2 output BNCs unmapped. Further assume that a  
cable in the middle of the bundle, say the virtual input 20 green video plane cable,  
breaks. If the switcher is mapped in a repeating pattern (RGBRGB...RGB), physical  
input connector 59 has the bad cable connected.  
Depending on the cables used and how the cables are arranged in the system,  
removing the cable connected to physical input connector 59 could entail removing  
numerous cables that block connector 59. Removing so many cables risks further  
cable damage or reconnecting the cables to the wrong connectors.  
A different solution is to map one of the unused physical input connectors as the  
virtual input 20 green video plane cable. Mapping an unused connector eliminates  
the need to remove all of the cables, including the cable on input connector 59.  
Each video plane on the Virtual Map screen is represented by a different color.  
In an RGB matrix, the R, G, and B BNCs are represented by red, green, and blue  
circles. Unused connectors are shown in white. You can select a virtual input on  
the Virtual Map screen, either by clicking on one of the BNC connectors for that  
input or by selecting a specific virtual input in the Virtual Ins or Virtual Outs Map  
field, the boxed list to the right of the screen (figure 3-6). When a virtual input is  
selected, all of the associated connectors for the selected virtual input, on all BMEs  
on the Virtual Map screen turn light blue.  
When a virtual input or output is selected, the Virtual I/O Map field identifies the  
physical connectors for each virtual plane on all BMEs for a selected virtual input  
or output. The field identifies each physical connector with a 5-character code. On  
the Before reassignment view of figure 3-6, the virtual input 20 green video plane  
connector is coded 0i059, which translates to BME 0, input connector 059. If the  
List-View Inputs radio button is selected, the Virtual Ins list field displays the same  
information.  
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Figure 3-6 — Virtual map and list fields of Virtual Map screen  
Map an unused connector to replace a current connector on the Virtual Map screen  
as follow:  
1.  
2.  
Click the Edit Mode box to enable mapping.  
Click and begin dragging the unused connector. When you start dragging the  
connector, the Virtual I/O Map field moves down the screen to the entry for  
the connector in the list field (figure 3-7).  
Figure 3-7 — Dragging and dropping a connector  
3.  
Drop the connector into the Virtual Ins or Outs Map field in the appropriate  
frame.  
The connector on the map from which you dragged turns white to indicate  
that the connector is now unused. The connector indicator for the location  
to which you dragged turns pale blue to indicate that it is now part of the  
virtual plane. The Virtual Ins or Outs Map field entry for the virtual plane  
that you reassigned changes to reflect the new physical connector for that  
virtual interface. On the After reassignment view of figure 3-6, the reassigned  
virtual input 20 green video plane connector is coded 0i127, which translates  
to BME 0, input connector 127.  
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4.  
When you are finished editing the virtual map, click the Take button to accept  
the changes.  
If you decide that you do not want these changes, click Return to Main  
without Taking to reject the changes.  
5.  
Click the End Edit button to exit the edit mode.  
You can also drag and drop a connector to the trash can in the Virtual Map  
screen to delete it from the map.  
Unassigned virtual planes for a specific virtual input or virtual output are  
identified in the Virtual Ins or Outs Map field by dashes (----). If a change  
that you make eliminates a required virtual plane for a specific input or output  
(for example trashing the R plane from an RGBHV virtual input), the Virtual I/O  
Map field prefaces the virtual input or output with an exclamation point (!) and the  
equals sign changes to a tilde (~) (figure 3-8).  
Figure 3-8 — Missing physical connector for a virtual plane  
Creating rooꢁꢀ within the ꢀꢂꢀteꢁ  
A room as defined in the Matrix 12800 is a group of virtual outputs that are  
logically associated with each other. A typical association is to group all of the  
video outputs in a virtual room, such as 3 video monitors and a VCR, all located  
in the security desk of a building. The Matrix 12800 supports up to 32 rooms, each  
of which consists of from 1 to 16 virtual outputs. Each room can be named using  
up to 12 characters. Each room can have up to 10 presets assigned to it. Unlike the  
64 global presets, room presets only affect the virtual outputs associated with that  
room; they do not change other connections in the matrix. A limited number of  
outputs grouped together simplifies the use of presets and makes them particularly  
useful in conjunction with MKP 1200 keypads.  
Rooms exist only to support room presets.  
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Create rooms as follows:  
1.  
2.  
Ensure that all BMEs that are part of the system have been connected to each  
other and their BME numbers have been set correctly. Ensure that the system  
has been virtualized before creating any rooms (see “Creating a virtual I/O  
switching system (map)” in this chapter).  
On the PC, click Start > Programs > Extron Electronics > Matrix 12800  
Control Program to start the program. Select the appropriate PC Comm port  
or the Ethernet port or to select Emulate mode (figure 3-1).  
After you select the Comm port or the Ethernet port and click OK, the  
software looks for the Matrix system and reads its hardware configuration,  
the type and size of each BME. The software then reads all of the current  
settings, such as the ties, presets, and virtual map, and displays a graphical  
representation of the ties in the program window (figure 3-2). The program  
also reads the appropriate .ini file (saved from the last session) to draw any  
icons assigned to each I/O.  
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connected to it, you need to define the number and type (video, sync, or audio) of  
BMEs, the number of inputs, and the number of outputs for the Matrix 12800  
system you are emulating. See “Programming the matrix offline (emulate  
mode)” in this chapter.  
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3.  
4.  
On the menu bar, click System-Config to show the Virtual Map screen  
(figure 3-3).  
On the menu bar, click Configure > Room Configuration to show the Room  
Mapper screen (figure 3-9).  
Figure 3-9 — Room Mapper screen  
5.  
Assign virtual outputs to rooms by dragging and dropping the output circles  
from the Virtual Switcher Out field to the list on the right of the screen.  
To remove a virtual output from a room, drag and drop the output circle from  
the Virtual Switcher Out field to a different room in the list. Drag the output  
circle to the trash can on the bottom of the screen if the output is no longer to  
be assigned to any room.  
6.  
If desired, assign or edit names for each room as follows:  
a. Select the desired room in the list.  
b. Type or edit the name for the virtual input or virtual output in the Name  
field.  
c. Press the Tab key on the keyboard to exit the Name field.  
d. To add or edit the name of another room, return to step 6a.  
7.  
After the room has been programmed and the last name has been added or  
edited, click the Take button.  
8.  
9.  
Click the Close button to exit the Room Mapper screen.  
On the Virtual Map screen menu bar, click Return to Main to return to the  
main screen (figure 3-2).  
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BME 0 saves the settings in non-volatile memory, so once the system is virtualized,  
there is no requirement to ever run the Virtualization/Control program again.  
However, the Matrix 12800 can be remotely operated from a PC, running the  
Virtualization/Control software, connected to either of the RS-232/RS-422 ports or  
the Ethernet port on BME 0. Use the Virtualization/Control software to control the  
matrix as follows:  
1.  
Ensure that all BMEs that are part of the system have been connected to each  
other and their BME numbers have been set correctly. Ensure that the system  
has been virtualized before creating any rooms (see “Creating a virtual I/O  
switching system (map)” in this chapter).  
2.  
On the PC, click Start > Programs > Extron Electronics > Matrix 12800  
Control Program to start the program. Select the appropriate PC Comm port  
or the Ethernet port or to select Emulate mode (figure 3-1).  
After you select the Comm port or the Ethernet port and click OK, the  
software looks for the Matrix system and reads its hardware configuration,  
the type and size of each BME. The software then reads all of the current  
settings, such as the ties, presets, and virtual map, and displays a graphical  
representation of the ties in the program window (figure 3-2). The program  
also reads the appropriate .ini file (saved from the last session) to draw any  
icons assigned to each I/O.  
If this is a new system that has not been virtualized yet or one that has had its  
map cleared, the graphical representation and all information shown on the  
Virtual Map screen are invalid at this point.  
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If you clicked Emulate to create a program for a system in advance without  
being connected to it, you need to define the number and type (video, sync,  
or audio) of BMEs, the number of inputs, and the number of outputs for the  
Matrix 12800 system you are emulating. See “Programming the matrix offline  
(emulate mode)” in this chapter.  
The main screen shows the current switcher configuration.  
3.  
4.  
As desired, create ties, work with presets, or assign icons. See “Ties”,  
“Presets”, or “Icons and captions” on the following pages.  
When you are ready to exit the program, click File > Exit.  
If you have edited any of the configurations or assigned names or icons to the  
virtual inputs and outputs, the program prompts you to save changes before  
closing. Changes are written to the file Mtrx12800.ini, unless you specify a  
different file. This file allows you to completely restore all of the information  
that you have created in the current session.  
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Ties  
Ties appear as solid lines in various colors on main screen of the  
Virtualization/Control program. The different colors indicate different follow and  
breakaway configurations. If both video and audio are tied, the tie is indicated  
in blue. If video only is tied, the tie is indicated in magenta. An audio-only tie is  
indicated in brown.  
To create a tie, drag and drop from an input box to an output box. Observe that the  
tentative tie is indicated on the screen by a dashed line. To confirm the tie, click the  
Take button. The dashed line turns solid to indicate that the tie has been created.  
To cancel a tentative tie before taking it, click the Cancel button.  
To change the input tied to an output, simply drag and drop from the desired input  
to the output and then click Take. The old tie is automatically deleted.  
To delete an individual tie, drag and drop from an output back to the tied input and  
then click Take. To delete all ties for a specific input, drag and drop from the input  
to the trash can and then click Take.  
In complex systems, the sheer number of ties can make it difficult to distinguish  
a specific tie. If you leave the mouse pointer over an input or output for a few  
seconds, an informational box pops up (figure 3-10). The box identifies the virtual  
input, the virtual output, any audio gain or attenuation value, and any RGB delay.  
If icons have been assigned to the input and output, those are displayed.  
Figure 3-10 — Informational pop-up box  
To have audio follow video for every tie created, click the Follow all radio button in  
the Edit Mode-Virtual box.  
If you click the Edit Mode-Virtual Breakaway (by group) radio button, two  
checkboxes appear, one for RGB or video (depending on video format) and one for  
audio. Clicking in the checkboxes to select or deselect video or audio determines  
whether you are tying video, audio, or both the next time you drag and drop.  
If you click the Edit Mode-Virtual Breakaway (by plane) radio button, a checkbox  
for each video and audio plane in the system appears. Click in the boxes to select  
or deselect the each plane and you can tie individual planes.  
If you click in the Edit Mode-Physical box, you can view the physical ties by resting  
the mouse cursor over an input or output. An informational box similar to the one  
shown in figure 3-10 appears.  
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Presets  
After you have created all of the ties that are needed for a specific task, the  
configuration can be saved as either a global or room preset. The Matrix 12800 can  
support up to 64 global presets and up to 10 room presets in each of up to 32 rooms.  
To create room presets, you must have already created rooms and assigned outputs  
to the rooms, see “Creating rooms within the system” earlier in this chapter.  
Save a preset  
1.  
On the main screen, click the Rooms drop-down box and select either Global  
(All rooms) or one of the rooms that you have already created. If you select  
a room, note that the number of ties shown is reduced to reflect only the  
outputs that are assigned to that room.  
2.  
3.  
Click the Save as button.  
Enter a number in the Save current settings as Preset box (or accept the  
number displayed in the box — the program selects the lowest unused preset  
number) and click OK.  
4.  
If desired, enter a name (up to 12 characters) in the next Save current settings  
as Preset box and click OK.  
Recall or delete a preset  
1.  
2.  
3.  
On the main screen, click the Presets drop-down box. Scroll down as  
necessary and select the desired global or room preset.  
Observe that the connections for that preset appear as tentative ties (dashed  
lines).  
Click the Go or the Delete button to accept or delete the preset.  
If you accepted the preset, observe that the broken lines become solid,  
indicating that those ties have been created. The preset becomes the current  
configuration.  
If you deleted the preset, click OK to confirm that you wish to delete the  
preset. The current configuration does not change.  
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Iconꢀ and captionꢀ  
For your convenience, you can assign a device icon, a name, or both to any of the  
virtual inputs or outputs using the devices palette. The icons are saved by the  
program, not sent to the switcher.  
To access the Devices screen (figure 3-11), right-click the desired I/O port or on the  
menu bar click Tools > Assign Device Icons.  
Figure 3-11 — Devices screen  
To assign a descriptive icon to an input or output, drag and drop the desired icon  
from the palette to the target I/O box on the main screen. To change the icon,  
drag and drop the new icon. To delete an icon, drag and drop a blank space to the  
I/O box on the main screen. The changes to the main screen display take place  
immediately.  
Each input or output selected also includes a field that displays the current name  
(if any) and gives you the opportunity to edit the name. Press the Tab key after  
entering or editing an I/O name.  
Click the OK button to exit the devices palette.  
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Prograꢁꢁing the ꢁatrix offline (eꢁulate ꢁode)  
The Virtualization/Control program provides an emulation mode, in which  
you can build and save a configuration file off-line, without connection to a  
Matrix 12800 system. This file can be programmed into a switcher via the RS-232/  
RS-422 port using the Matrix 12800/6400/3200 Virtualization/Control program.  
Emulation mode is ideal for creating virtual inputs and outputs, rooms, and presets  
in advance of an installation and then downloading them on-site. The emulation  
mode can also be used to generate the RS-232 strings needed to program a control  
system to the matrix system. Lastly, emulation mode allows you to program a  
hardware configuration that differs from the current configuration.  
1.  
On the PC, click Start > Programs > Extron Electronics > Matrix  
12800/6400/3200 Control Program to start the program. When prompted  
for a port, select Emulate (figure 3-12) and click OK.  
Figure 3-12 — Emulate mode selection  
2.  
The program prompts for a source file to open. The file opened serves as a  
source from which to restore the settings of an existing configuration (the  
source file). Typical choices for this file include Mtrx12800.ini (to edit the last  
real-time configuration), Demo12800.mtx (to view some examples), and new.  
ini (to start from an empty configuration). Select the desired file and click the  
Open button.  
This source file is only read by the program, and is not altered as the system  
is configured. The file is optional and rather than selecting a file from this  
prompt, you can just click the Cancel button.  
3.  
4.  
The program prompts for a filename to which to save the results of edits  
made in emulation mode (the destination file). This file is required for the  
program to start, and it is the file that you will ultimately download to the  
matrix switcher. You should assign this file a meaningful name and the .mtx  
file extension, such as Job1127.mtx. Click the Save button. If you select a  
filename that already exists, the program asks if you want to overwrite the  
file. Click the Yes button.  
The Physical Configuration screen (figure 3-4, on page 3-8) appears. If you  
opened a blank startup file, such as new.ini, or if you opened the startup file  
for a matrix with a different configuration, you must identify the type and size  
of the BMEs in the system. Otherwise, examine this screen to ensure that it  
accurately represents your system.  
a. If you made changes, click the Take button.  
b. Click the Close button.  
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5.  
If you have not virtualized the system represented by your startup file, the  
Virtual Configuration screen appears (figure 3-5). This screen shows how the  
software has mapped the physical system into a virtual system. There are  
several variables that you can change on this screen that affect the number  
of virtual planes and inputs and outputs that are available and how they are  
presented. See step 5 in “Creating a virtual I/O switching system (map)”.  
When you are satisfied with the virtual map, click the Take button to make  
any changes take affect, exit the Virtual Configuration screen, and display the  
main screen (figure 3-2).  
After you have selected the Emulate mode and taken the virtual map, the software  
displays all of the current settings, such as the ties, presets, icons, and the virtual  
map in the program window (figure 3-2).  
Once you have started the Virtualization/Control program in emulation mode, the  
software operates exactly as if the PC is connected to a Matrix 12800 system, except  
that any changes that you make are saved to the destination file rather than issued  
to the switcher.  
A typical emulation operation might consist of multiple editing sessions:  
• Session A, connected to a Matrix 12800 system — Use this session to create a  
virtual map of the system (rather than creating a virtual map in emulation mode  
in step 5, above).  
• Session B, in emulation mode — If you virtualized the system in session A,  
above, open Mtrx6400.ini as the source file in step 2, above, to edit the  
configuration of the switcher established in session A.  
— OR —  
If you created an emulated virtual map in step 5, above, open the destination file  
from step 3 of that emulation session as the source file in step 2, above.  
Specify a job-specific destination file in step 3.  
• Session C (and subsequent sessions), in emulation mode — Open the job-  
specific destination file you specified in session B, above, as the source file in  
step 2, above, for each subsequent emulation mode editing session.  
Specify the same job-specific file as destination file in step 3, above, as the one  
you opened as the source file.  
• Session D, connected to a Matrix 12800 system — Restore the configuration  
from the destination file that you specified in Session C to program the  
Matrix 12800 system from the emulation.  
If you have edited any of the configurations or assigned icons or names, when you  
exit the program, the program prompts you to save the changes. These changes, if  
saved, are written to the file Mtrx12800.ini for use in your next editing session. The  
information in the file also allows you to fully restore a Matrix 12800 system to all  
of the settings from the current session.  
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Saving and reꢀtoring ꢁatrix ꢀettingꢀ  
In on-line (as opposed to emulation mode) operation, the Virtualization/Control  
program reads the source file, Mtrx12800.ini, upon startup. The program reads the  
file to display the icons, because these items do not cause any changes in the system  
configuration (programming) and provide convenience to the user. Mtrx12800.ini  
contains all of the information needed to fully restore (program) the settings of the  
Matrix 12800 system.  
The File menu on the main screen menu bar provides the following functions:  
• Save MATRIX settings as ... — Saves all Matrix 12800 settings to the destination  
file (typically *.mtx) on the hard drive of the PC.  
• Restore MATRIX settings from ... — Restores all Matrix 12800 settings from the  
destination file (typically *.mtx) on the hard drive of the PC.  
• Save this-session’s settings — Saves all Matrix 12800 settings to the source file.  
In on-line mode, by default, this file is Mtrx6400.ini.  
• Restore last-session’s settings — Restores all Matrix 12800 settings from the  
source file. In on-line mode, by default, this file is Mtrx12800.ini.  
Both of the Restore functions in the File menu cause a full restoration of the  
attached Matrix system, providing an easy method to switch between (reprogram)  
matrix configurations. The Restore last-session’s settings function allows you  
to set your matrix configuration back to the settings in effect when you first started  
the Virtualization/Control program (effectively cancelling any edits and changes  
without leaving the program).  
Both of the Save functions in the File Menu create a complete .ini file for future  
restoration to an attached system. By default, the Save MATRIX settings as function  
uses the .mtx file extension, but any name and file extension can be used when  
saving or restoring a file. The Save this-session’s settings function is not normally  
needed, since the program prompts you to create a file upon exiting the program if  
any edits were performed.  
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Creating prograꢁ bꢂte ꢀtringꢀ  
The Matrix 12800 system can be controlled and programmed from a control system,  
via the RS-232/RS-422 port. The control systems need to be taught what bytes  
to send to the system to communicate with the Matrix system. Chapter 4 of this  
manual, “Programming Guide”, details the Extron Simple Instruction Set (SIS)  
and how to build these byte strings using a pencil and paper. The Virtualization/  
Control program makes this job much easier by building the strings for you.  
Generate the byte strings as follows:  
1.  
Create all the Matrix system settings (program) in either Emulate mode or on-  
line.  
2.  
To see the strings, on the menu bar, click Tools > Show RS-232 Strings to  
show the Program Strings screen (figure 3-13).  
The strings that can be viewed produce the current ties, presets, audio  
configuration, and RGB delay settings.  
Figure 3-13 — RS-232 Program Strings screen  
Ethernet operation  
When a Matrix 12800 is connected to an Ethernet WAN or LAN, any number of  
users can operate it, locally or remotely, using the Virtualization/Control program.  
See “Remote control panel, front panel controller, and Ethernet connection” in  
chapter 2, “Installation”, for Ethernet installation details  
Connection to the Matrix switcher via the Ethernet is password protected. There  
are two levels of password protection: administrator and user. Personnel logged  
on as an administrator have full access to all Matrix 12800 switching capabilities  
and editing functions. Personnel logged on as a user can create ties, create and  
recall presets, set RGB and audio mutes, and view all settings with the exception of  
passwords. If the same passwords or no password is required for logging on, all  
personnel log on with administrator privileges. Fields and functions that exceed  
user privileges are grayed out in the Virtualization/Control program when the  
operator is logged on as a user.  
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Logging on to the ꢀwitcher via the Ethernet  
1.  
On the PC, click Start > Programs > Extron Electronics >  
Matrix 12800/6400/3200 Control Program to start the program.  
2.  
When prompted for a port, select IP [LAN] (figure 3-14) and click OK.  
Figure 3-14 — Ethernet mode selection  
3. The IP connection window appears (figure 3-15).  
Figure 3-15 — Address and password entry  
a. Examine the Matrix IP Address field in the IP Connection window. The  
field displays the last Matrix IP Address entered.  
If the IP address is correct: Proceed to step 3b.  
If the address is not correct: Click in the Matrix IP Address field and  
enter the IP address. Proceed to step 3b.  
If the local system administrators have not changed the value, the factory-  
specified default, 192.168.254.254, is the correct value for this field.  
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b. If the switcher is password protected, click in the Password field and  
enter the enter the appropriate administrator or user password.  
c. Click Connect.  
If you logged on using the administrator password, the Windows  
program connects you to the switcher with all of the administrator rights  
and privileges.  
If you logged on using the user password, the Windows program  
connects you to the switcher with only user capabilities.  
If an incorrect password was entered, the program beeps and returns to  
the password entry display.  
4.  
The Virtualization/Control Control Program window (figure 3-2) appears.  
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Ethernet protocol ꢀettingꢀ  
The IP settings/options screen (figure 3-16) provides a location for observing and,  
if connected via the RS-232/RS-422 link or if logged on via the Ethernet port as an  
administrator, editing settings unique to the Ethernet interface. Access this screen  
by clicking Tools > IP Options. See appendix A, “Ethernet Connection”, for basic  
information about IP addresses. None of the fields on this screen can be edited  
while logged on as a user.  
Editing variables on the IP settings/options screen while connected via the  
Ethernet port can immediately disconnect the user from the Matrix 12800.  
Extron recommends editing the settings on this screen using either RS-232/RS-422  
port and protecting the Ethernet access to this screen by assigning an  
administrator password to qualified and knowledgeable personnel only.  
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Figure 3-16 — IP settings/options screen  
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Address and Name fields  
The Matrix IP Address field contains the IP address of the connected matrix  
switcher. This value is encoded in the flash memory in the switcher.  
The Gateway IP Address field identifies the address of the gateway to the  
controlling PC to be used if the matrix switcher and the mail server are not on the  
same subnet.  
The Subnet Mask field is used to determine whether the matrix switcher is on the  
same subnet as the controlling PC when you are subnetting. For more information,  
see “Subnetting — A Primer”, in Appendix A, “Ethernet Connection”.  
The Mail Server IP Address field displays the IP address of the mail server that  
handles the e-mail for the facility in which the Matrix 12800 is installed.  
Valid addresses consist of four 1-, 2-, or 3-digit numeric subfields, properly called  
octets, separated by dots (periods). Each field can be numbered from 000 through  
255. Leading zeroes, up to 3 digits total per field, are optional. Values of 256 and  
above are invalid.  
The default addresses are as follows, but if these conflict with other equipment at  
your installation, you can change the addresses to any valid value:  
• IP address  
• Subnet mask  
192.168.254.254  
255.255.0.0  
• Gateway address  
0.0.0.0  
Editing the addresses while connected via the Ethernet port can immediately  
disconnect the user from the Matrix 12800. Extron recommends editing this  
field using one of the RS-232/RS-422 ports and protecting the Ethernet access by  
assigning an administrator password to qualified and knowledgeable personnel  
only.  
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The Extron Name/Descriptor field contains the name of the matrix switcher. This  
descriptor can be changed to any valid name, up to 12 alphanumeric characters.  
The Mail Server User Name field displays the domain name of the Matrix 12800  
e-mail server (such as folklore.net in the examples throughout this chapter).  
Standard domain conventions (xxx.com) apply.  
The following characters are invalid or not recommended in the Extron Name/  
Descriptor field: {space} + ~ , @ = ‘ [ ] { } < > ’ “ ; : | \ and ?.  
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Edit any of these fields as follows:  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
Click in the desired field. The graphic cursor becomes a text cursor.  
Edit the address or name as desired.  
Press the Tab key on the keyboard or click in another field to exit the field.  
Click the Take button to make the address change take affect.  
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Date and Time (GMT) fields  
The Date field displays the current date in the Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) zone.  
The Time (GMT) field displays the current time in the GMT zone.  
If desired, adjust either of these values as follows:  
1.  
Click in the desired field. The field changes to an editable field appropriate to  
the value being change and the graphic cursor becomes a text cursor.  
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The Date field becomes a set date field, with the  
date in the format (M)M/(D)D/YYYY. Leading  
zeroes are not shown.  
•
The Time (GMT) field becomes a set time field,  
with the time in the format HH:MM:SS (00:00:00  
to 23:59:59).  
2.  
3.  
4.  
Edit the field as desired to set the proper value. For time, remember to use  
24-hour time. Leading zeroes are optional.  
Press the Tab key on the keyboard or click in another field to exit the edited  
date field.  
Click the Take button to make the edited change take affect.  
Administrator Password, User Password, and Mail Server Password fields  
The Administrator Password field displays the password required to log on to  
the matrix switcher via the Ethernet port with all of the rights and privileges of an  
administrator.  
The User Password field displays the password required to log on to the  
matrix switcher via the Ethernet port as a user, without all of the rights and  
privileges of an administrator.  
The Mail Server Password field displays the password that the Matrix 12800 uses  
to log on to the e-mail server.  
Passwords are case sensitive and are limited to 12 upper-case and lower-case  
alphanumeric characters. A carriage return is indicated by  
While you are logged on as a user, both password fields are masked with asterisks  
(************) as a security measure.  
Editing the Administrator Password field while connected via the Ethernet port  
can immediately disconnect the user from the switcher. Extron recommends  
editing this field using one of the serial ports and protecting the Ethernet  
access to this screen by assigning an administrator password to qualified and  
knowledgeable personnel only.  
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When the control program is connected to the switcher via either  
RS-232/RS-422 port, the administrator and user password fields are not masked.  
If a password has been inadvertently changed to an unknown value, you can  
look up and, if desired, change a password in this window without knowing the  
current password.  
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An administrator password must be created before a user password can be  
created.  
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The following characters are invalid or not recommended in passwords:  
{space} + ~ , @ = ‘ [ ] { } < > ’ “ ; : | \ and ?.  
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Edit any of these password fields as follows:  
1.  
2.  
3.  
Click in the desired Password field. The pointer tool becomes a text cursor.  
Edit the case-sensitive password as desired.  
Press the Tab key on the keyboard or click in another field to exit the  
Password field.  
4.  
Click the Take button to make the password change take effect.  
E-mail Addressee fields  
The nine E-mail Addressee fields permit the administrator to identify the e-mail  
addresses of the personnel to whom the Matrix 12800 e-mails notification of its  
failure and repair status. The radio buttons and check boxes associated with each  
address field permit the administrator to specify specific e-mail requirements for  
each recipient. Figure 3-17 shows a typical e-mail from the switcher.  
Miles Standish  
From:  
Sent:  
To:  
Matrix 12800  
Thursday, May 15, 2003 10:05 AM  
Miles Standish  
Subject:  
Power supply installed  
Redundant power supply has been installed in BME 0.  
Figure 3-17 — Typical Matrix 12800 e-mail  
Edit these fields and controls as follows:  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
Click in the desired E-mail Addressee field. The graphic cursor becomes a text  
cursor.  
Edit the e-mail address as desired. Standard e-mail address conventions  
(nnnnn@xxx.com) apply.  
Press the Tab key on the keyboard or click the mouse in another field to exit  
the e-mail addressee field.  
In the square check boxes associated with each addressee, select the Matrix  
12800 modules for which the addressee is to be e-mailed.  
In the round radio buttons associated with each addressee, select whether the  
addressee is to be e-mailed regarding failures, fixes, both, or not be notified.  
The None radio button is handy for temporarily removing personnel from the  
e-mail list when they are unavailable, such as on travel or vacation.  
6.  
Click the Take button to make the e-mail address changes take affect.  
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Windowꢀ buttonꢀ and drop boxeꢀ  
The buttons and drop boxes on the right side of the program window perform the  
following functions:  
RGB Mute — Toggles the video mute on and off.  
Audio Mute — Toggles the audio mute on and off.  
Room menu — Displays a list of up to 32 rooms. You can select a  
room from the list to display it in the window.  
A Room is a subset of outputs that are logically related to each  
other, as determined by the operator. The switcher supports up  
to 32 rooms, each of which can consist of from 1 to 16 outputs.  
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Presets menu — Displays a list of up to 32 global presets and up to  
320 room presets (32 rooms x 10 presets per room). You can  
select a preset from the list to display it in the window and  
either activate it (Go) or delete it (Delete)  
Go — Activates the selected preset as the current configuration.  
Save as — Allows the current set of ties to be saved as a preset.  
Enter the preset number when prompted to do so.  
Delete — Deletes the selected preset.  
Changes – Take — Allows you to save to file any changes made to  
the displayed configuration.  
Changes – Cancel — Returns to the previous screen, undoing any  
changes you have made.  
Main ꢀcreen ꢁenu bar optionꢀ  
The following drop down menus and menu selections are available from the main  
screen menu bar:  
File menu  
Save MATRIX settings as ... — Saves all Matrix 12800  
settings to the destination file (typically *.mtx) on the  
hard drive of the PC.  
Restore MATRIX settings from ... — Restores all  
Matrix 12800 settings from the destination file (typically  
*.mtx) on the hard drive of the PC.  
Save this-session’s settings — Saves all Matrix 12800  
settings to the source file. In on-line mode, by default, this file is Mtrx6400.ini.  
Restore last-session’s settings — Restores all Matrix 12800 settings from the  
source file. In on-line mode, by default, this file is Mtrx6400.ini.  
Select printer — Selects the target printer.  
Print tie map — Prints the tie set that is displayed on the screen.  
Exit — Closes the Virtualization/Control Program.  
System-Config selection —  
Displays the Virtual Map screen, which graphically presents the virtual  
map and allows you to make changes to the map.  
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Tools menu  
Edit/View Config — Displays the Virtual Map screen, which  
graphically presents the virtual map and allows you to  
make changes to the map.  
List Remote Keypads — Shows the status of all possible  
MKP 1200 Remote Keypads. Information displayed  
includes: address, mode, parameter, model and firmware  
version (figure 3-18). To configure a keypad, select it,  
click the Reconfigure Keypad button. Use the Mode  
drop-down box to select Output mode, Global Preset  
mode, or Room Preset mode. Use the Output # drop-  
down box to change the output number. See the  
MKP 1200 User Guide, for details.  
Figure 3-18 — Remote Keypad screen  
Assign Device Icons — Displays the complete set of input and output device icons.  
You can drag any of these icons to the input and output boxes.  
Edit Device Palette — Allows you to add your own device icon graphics.  
RGB Delay settings — Displays the RGB Delay & Mute Adjust screen, from which  
you can view and adjust the switching interval setting for each input.  
Audio Gain settings — Displays the audio gain level setting for a single input or  
for all inputs and allows you to change it.  
Mute-Outputs settings — Displays the RGB Delay & Mute Adjust screen, from  
which you can mute video, audio, or both for each input.  
View Input Frequencies — Displays the input horizontal and vertical frequencies  
for each input (DSVP).  
Upgrade System — Starts the system upgrade wizard, which takes you through  
the steps to save the current Matrix 12800 settings to the hard drive of the  
controlling computer before you revirtualize your system.  
IP options — Allows you to set IP options (see “Ethernet protocol settings” on  
page 3-23).  
HTML file manager — Displays a list of HTML files installed on the switcher and  
allows you to upload custom files from a PC connected to the switcher.  
Name Presets — Allows you to assign a name to each of the 32 global presets.  
Show RS-232 Strings — Displays the ASCII commands that are used by the current  
configuration. You can refer to these commands for RS-232 programming.  
Initialize — Initializes and clears any or all of the following: ties, presets, audio  
configuration, preset titles, icon names, and icons.  
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Preferences menu  
Immediate Changes — Causes changes to take effect  
immediately.  
Hold/Verify Changes — Delays implementation of changes  
until the Changes – Take button is pressed.  
Show all tie-lines — Causes the main screen to display all  
ties at once, as shown in figure 3-2.  
Show 1 input’s tie-lines — Because the Show all tie-lines  
selection can be confusing, this selection removes all  
of the tie lines from the main screen. The main screen  
shows all of the ties for one input only when you rest  
the mouse cursor over that input or one of its outputs.  
Hide Virts ties w/Physical — Hides the virtual ties when you select the Edit Mode  
Physical display.  
Show Virts ties w/Physical — Shows the virtual ties when you select the Edit  
Mode Physical display.  
Frequency-read Options — Allows you to enable or disable periodic DSVP input  
frequency reads.  
Limit ties to same Video Type — Limits ties to the same video type (RGBHV,  
component, and the like).  
Icons in I/O Boxes — Displays icons, if assigned, in the virtual input and  
virtual output boxes on the main screen.  
Numbers in I/O Boxes — Displays virtual input numbers in the virtual  
input boxes and virtual output numbers in the virtual output boxes.  
Ties as Lines — Displays ties as lines (figure 3-19).  
Figure 3-19 — Ties shown as lines  
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Ties as Crosspoints — Displays ties as a matrix of inputs and outputs (figure 3-20).  
Made ties are indicated as blue (video and audio) boxes or boxes of the  
applicable color for each video plane. Ties that will take effect when you click  
on the Take button are indicated by +. Ties that will be broken when you  
click on the Take button are indicated by –.  
Figure 3-20 — Ties shown as crosspoints  
Virtual ꢁap ꢀcreen ꢁenu bar optionꢀ  
The following drop-down menus and menu selections are available from the virtual  
map screen menu bar:  
Return to main  
Exits the Virtual Map screen and returns to the main screen.  
Configure menu  
Physical Switchers — Displays the Physical Configuration  
screen, from which you can view and change the type  
and size of all BMEs in the system.  
Virtual Switcher - (Basic) — Displays the Virtual  
Configuration screen, from which you can view and change the virtual plane  
assignment, the virtual size, how the virtual planes are ordered, and the sync  
format for each BME.  
Virtual Switcher - (MultiType) — Displays the Virtual Configuration Wizard  
screen, which provides a simpler means of virtualizing the system when  
multiple video types are present in the system.  
Room Configuration — Displays the Room Mapper screen, from which you can  
assign outputs to specific rooms for the purposes of creating room presets.  
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Certain characters are reserved for specific functions. The switcher does not accept  
these characters as part of preset names, the name of the switcher, passwords, or  
locally created file names.  
The switcher rejects or Extron does not recommend the following characters:  
{space} ~ @ = ‘ [ ] { } < > ’ “ semicolon (;) colon (:) | \ and ?.  
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Chapter Four  
4
Prograꢁꢁing Guide  
RS-232/RS-422 Ports  
Ethernet (LAN) Port  
Host-to-Switcher Instructions  
Switcher-Initiated Messages  
Switcher Error Responses  
Using the Command and Response Tables  
Special Characters  
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RS-232/RS-422 Portꢀ  
The rear panel RS-232/RS-422 connectors (figure 4-1) of the matrix switcher BME 0  
can be connected to the serial port output of a host device such as a computer  
running the HyperTerminal utility or a control system. This connection makes  
Simple Instruction Set (SIS) control of the switcher possible from the computer or  
host via the RS-232/RS-422 link.  
Pin RS-232 Function  
RS-422 Function  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
—
Not used  
TX+ Transmit data (+)  
TX Transmit data TX- Transmit data (-)  
5
1
RX Receive data  
Not used  
RX+ Receive data (+)  
RX- Receive data (-)  
—
Gnd Signal ground Gnd Signal ground  
—
—
—
—
Not used  
Not used  
Not used  
Not used  
—
—
—
—
Not used  
Not used  
Not used  
Not used  
9
6
Female  
Figure 4-1 — RS-232/RS-422 connector pin arrangement  
The Matrix 12800 Switchers are factory configured for RS-232 control. To  
use the switcher under RS-422 control, you must change an internal DIP  
switch. See “Swapping the serial port protocol (RS-232/RS-422)” in chapter 6,  
“Upgrades and Maintenance”, for details.  
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The default communications rate is 9600 baud. Baud rates of 19200, 38400, and  
115200 are also available, see “Changing the serial port baud rate”, in chapter 6,  
“Upgrades and Maintenance”. The protocol is 8-bit, 1 stop bit, no parity, and no  
flow control.  
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Ethernet (LAN) Port  
The rear panel Ethernet connector (figure 4-2) on the matrix switcher BME 0 can  
be connected to the an Ethernet LAN or WAN. Communication between the  
switcher and the controlling device is via Telnet (a TCP socket using port 23). This  
connection makes SIS control of the switcher possible using a computer connected  
to the same LAN or WAN. The SIS commands and behavior of the product  
are identical to the commands and behavior the product exhibits when you are  
communicating with it via a serial port.  
Ethernet connection  
The Ethernet cable can be terminated as a straight-through cable or a crossover  
cable and must be properly terminated for your application (figure 4-3).  
•
Crossover cable — Direct connection between the switcher and a controlling  
computer  
•
Patch (straight) cable — Connection of the switcher to an Ethernet LAN  
Crossover Cable  
Straight-through Cable  
Pins:  
12345678  
End 1  
Wire color  
End 2  
Wire color  
End 1  
Wire color  
End 2  
Wire color  
Pin  
Pin  
1
White-green  
White-orange  
1
White-orange  
White-orange  
2
3
4
5
Green  
Orange  
2
3
4
5
Orange  
Orange  
White-orange  
Blue  
White-green  
Blue  
White-green  
Blue  
White-green  
Blue  
White-blue  
White-blue  
White-blue  
White-blue  
6
7
8
Orange  
Green  
6
7
8
Green  
Green  
White-brown  
Brown  
White-brown  
Brown  
White-brown  
Brown  
White-brown  
Brown  
Insert Twisted  
Pair Wires  
T568A  
T568B  
T568B  
T568B  
A cable that is wired as T568A at one end  
and T568B at the other (Tx and Rx pairs  
reversed) is a "crossover" cable.  
A cable that is wired the same at both ends is  
called a "straight-through" cable, because  
no pin/pair assignments are swapped.  
RJ-45  
Connector  
Figure 4-3 — RJ-45 Ethernet connector pin assignments  
Default IP addreꢀꢀeꢀ  
To access the Matrix 12800 switcher via the Ethernet port, you need the Matrix  
IP Address, and may need the subnet mask and the gateway address. If the IP  
address has been changed to an address comprised of words and characters, you  
can determine the actual numeric IP address using the ping (ICMP) utility (see  
appendix A, “Ethernet Connection”, for more details). If the addresses have not  
been changed, the factory-specified defaults are:  
• IP address  
• Subnet mask  
192.168.254.254  
255.255.0.0  
• Gateway address  
0.0.0.0  
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Eꢀtabliꢀhing a connection  
Establish a network connection to BME 0 as follows:  
1.  
Open a TCP socket to port 23 using the IP address of the BME.  
If the local system administrators have not changed the value, the factory-  
specified default, 192.168.254.254, is the correct value for this field.  
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The BME responds with a copyright message including the date, the name of  
the product, firmware version, part number, and the current date and time.  
If the BME is not password-protected, the device is ready to accept SIS  
commands immediately after it sends the copyright message.  
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If the BME is password-protected, a password prompt appears below the  
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copyright message.  
2.  
If the BME is password protected, enter the appropriate administrator or user  
password.  
If the password is accepted, the BME responds with Login User or Login  
Administrator.  
If the password is not accepted, the Password prompt reappears.  
Nuꢁber of connectionꢀ  
The BME can have up to 200 simultaneous TCP connections, including all http  
sockets and Telnet connections. When the connection limit is reached, the switcher  
accepts no new connections until some have been closed. No error message  
or indication is given that the connection limit has been reached. To maximize  
performance of an IP Link device, the number of connections should stay low and  
unnecessary open sockets should be closed.  
Hoꢀt-to-Switcher Inꢀtructionꢀ  
The switcher accepts commands through the either of the RS-232/RS-422 ports or  
the Ethernet port of BME 0. SIS commands consist of one or more characters per  
command field. They do not require any special characters to begin or end the  
command character sequence. Each switcher response to an SIS command ends  
with a carriage return and a line feed (CR/LF =  
response character string. A string is one or more characters.  
), which signals the end of the  
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Switcher-Initiated Meꢀꢀageꢀ  
When a local event such as a power-up occurs, the switcher responds by sending a  
message to the host. The switcher-initiated messages are listed below (underlined).  
(C) Copyright 2003, Extron Electronics Matrix12800, Vx.xx,date and time  
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]
The BME initiates the copyright message when it is first powered on or when  
connection via Internet protocol (IP) is established. “Vx.xx“ is the firmware version  
number. “date and time“ is the date and time of the connection and is only reported  
when the connection is made via the Ethernet port.  
Password:  
]
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The BME initiates the password message immediately after the copyright  
message when the controlling system is connected using TCP/IP or Telnet and the  
switcher is password protected. This message means that the switcher requires  
an administrator or user level password before it performs the commands entered  
via this link. The switcher repeats the password message response for every entry  
other than a valid password until a valid password is entered.  
Login Administrator  
— or —  
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Login User  
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The BME initiates the login message when a correct administrator or user password  
has been entered. If the user and administrator passwords are the same, the  
switcher defaults to administrator privileges.  
All Configuration Memory Cleared  
The BME initiates the memory cleared message when a system reset has occurred.  
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The BME does not expect a response from the host, but, for example, the host  
program might request a new status.  
Switcher Error Reꢀponꢀeꢀ  
When the BME receives an SIS command and determines that it is valid, it performs  
the command and sends a response to the host device. If the switcher is unable  
to perform the command because the command is invalid or contains invalid  
parameters, the switcher returns an error response to the host. The error response  
codes are:  
E01 — Invalid input channel number (too large)  
E10 — Invalid command  
E11 — Invalid preset number  
E12 — Invalid output number (too large)  
E13 — Invalid value (out of range)  
E14 — Illegal command for this configuration  
E17 — Timeout (caused only by direct write of global ties presets)  
E20 — Invalid BME number  
E21 — Invalid room number  
E22 — Busy  
E24 — Privilege violation (Ethernet, Extron software only)  
E25 — Device not present  
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Uꢀing the Coꢁꢁand and Reꢀponꢀe Tableꢀ  
The command and response tables begin on page 4-8. Lower case letters are  
acceptable in the command field except where indicated for the gain and  
attenuation commands. The table below shows the hexadecimal equivalent of each  
ASCII character used in the command and response table.  
ASCII to Hex Conversion Table  
Space  
•
Symbols are used throughout the table to represent variables in the command and  
response fields. Command and response examples are shown throughout the table.  
Sꢂꢁbol definitionꢀ  
Input and output numbers in commands may be entered as either 1-, or 2-, or 3-digit numbers. All input and output numbers are  
specified as 3-digit numbers in the response.  
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]
=
CR/LF (carriage return/line feed) (hex 0D 0A)  
}
•
=
=
=
=
Carriage return (no line feed, hex 0D)  
Space character  
E
X!  
Escape key (hex 1B)  
Input number (for tie)  
000 – maximum number of inputs  
(768 virtual inputs, 128 physical inputs)  
(000 = no tie)  
X@  
=
Output number  
001 – maximum number of inputs  
(768 virtual inputs, 128 physical inputs)  
X#  
X$  
X%  
=
=
=
BME number  
Mute status  
0 – 8  
0 = off, 1 = on  
Input number  
001 – maximum number of inputs  
(768 virtual inputs, 128 physical inputs)  
X^  
X&  
X*  
X(  
X1)  
X1!  
=
=
=
=
=
=
Audio gain  
0 – 9 (1 dB per step)  
Numeric dB value  
–24 to +09 (34 steps of gain or attenuation)  
1 – 24 (1 dB per step)  
Audio attenuation  
Global preset number  
Room number  
64 maximum (0 = current configuration)  
32 max. (Each can have up to 10 presets (X1@s) assigned.)  
12 characters maximum  
Upper- and lower-case alphanumeric characters and  
+ _ : = / and space are valid.  
Name (for presets, inputs, and outputs)  
The following characters are invalid or not recommended in the name: ~ , @ ‘ [ ] { } < > ’ “ ; | \ and ?.  
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X1@  
X1#  
X1$  
X1%  
X1^  
=
=
=
=
=
Room preset number  
10 maximum  
Sync frequency  
xxx.xx (frequency in Hz (V) or kHz (H))  
1 – 128  
Keypad number  
Firmware version number to second decimal place (x.xx)  
Keyboard mode  
001 = output mode  
002 = global preset mode  
003 = room preset mode  
X1&  
X1*  
4-6  
If X1^= 001, then X1&= output number  
If X1^= 002, then X1&= room number  
If X1^= 003, then X1&= {meaningless}  
=
=
Keypad variable  
RGB delay  
Delay in ½ second increments (10 [5.0 seconds] maximum)  
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X1(  
=
Signal type:  
Unassigned No audio  
Stereo  
Left mono  
00  
01  
02  
03  
04  
05  
06  
Unassigned  
RGB  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
26  
27  
RGBS  
RGBHV  
Composite video  
S-video  
Component video  
Audio only  
X2)  
=
Virtual input or output  
nxyyy, where n = BME number  
x = input or output  
yyy = BNC connector  
Example: 4i003 (BME 4, input connector 003)  
X2!  
X2@  
X2#  
=
=
=
Input size  
Output size  
BME type  
The number of physical inputs  
The number of physical outputs  
0= non existent  
3 = sync  
4 = stereo audio  
5 = mono audio  
1 = wideband video  
2 = low res video  
X2$  
X2%  
X2^  
X2&  
=
=
=
=
Number of BMEs  
Input map size  
1 through 8  
The number of virtual inputs  
The number of virtual outputs  
Output map size  
Video and audio mute:  
0 = no mutes  
1 = video mute  
2 = audio mute  
3 = video and audio mute  
X2*  
X2(  
=
=
Fan or power supply status  
Card status  
0 = not installed  
1 = installed and working  
2 = failed  
0 = not installed  
1 = installed and working  
2 = failed, positive rail  
3 = failed, both rails  
4 = failed, negative rail  
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Coꢁꢁand and reꢀponꢀe table for SIS coꢁꢁandꢀ  
Coꢁꢁand  
ASCII coꢁꢁand  
Response  
Additional  
deꢀcription  
(hoꢀt to ꢀwitcher)  
(ꢀwitcher to hoꢀt)  
Create ties  
• Commands can be entered back-to-back in a string, with no spaces. For example: 1*1!02*2&02*04%4*6$.  
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The quick multiple tie and tie input to all output commands activate all I/O switches simultaneously.  
The matrix switchers support 1-, 2-, and 3-digit numeric entries (1*1, 02*02, or 003*003).  
There can be up to 768 virtual inputs and outputs.  
•
•
•
The & tie command for RGB and the % tie command for video can be used interchangeably on the matrix switcher.  
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X!to output X@, X! X@  
X@ X! ]  
Out •In •All  
X!  
video and  
Tie input  
video and audio  
*
!
Tie the input  
audio to output  
X@  
.
Example:  
1*3!  
Tie input 1 video and audio  
to output 3.  
]
Out003•In001•All  
Audio breakaway switching.  
X!to output X@, X! X@  
X@ X!  
]
Tie input  
RGB video only  
*
&
%
$
Out •In •RGB  
Example:  
10*4&  
Tie input 10 RGB to output 4.  
Audio breakaway switching.  
]
Out004•In010•RGB  
(see 2nd Note, above)  
X!to output X@, X! X@  
X@ X! ]  
Out •In •Vid  
Tie input  
*
video only  
Example:  
7*5%  
Tie input 7 video to output 5.  
Audio breakaway switching.  
]
Out005•In007•Vid  
(see 2nd Note, above)  
X!to output X@, X! X@  
X@ X!  
Out •In •Aud  
]
Tie input  
*
audio only  
Example:  
12*8$  
Tie input 12 audio to output 8.  
]
Out008•In012•Aud  
X#  
X!  
X! X@ X#  
X@ X! X$]  
Out •In •BME  
Tie BME  
input  
to  
*
*
!
X@  
output  
Example:  
118*67*2!  
Tie physical input 118 to  
physical output 67 in BME 2.  
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Out067•In118*•BME02  
Quick multiple tie  
E X! X@ X! X@ }  
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+Q  
*
!...  
*
$
Qik  
Example:  
Tie input 3 video and audio  
to output 4, tie input 4 video  
to output 5, and tie input 6  
audio to output 6.  
E
}
+Q3*4!4*5%6*6$  
Qik  
Tie input to all outputs,  
video and audio  
Example:  
X!  
X! ]  
In •All  
*!  
5*!  
Tie input 5 video and audio  
to all outputs.  
]
In005•All  
Tie input to all outputs,  
RGB only  
Audio breakaway switching.  
X!  
*&  
X! ]  
In •RGB  
Example  
8*&  
]
In008•RGB  
(see 2nd Note, above)  
Tie input to all outputs,  
video only  
Audio breakaway switching.  
Audio breakaway switching.  
X!  
*%  
X! ]  
In •Vid  
Example  
10*%  
]
In010•Vid  
(see 2nd Note, above)  
Tie input to all outputs,  
audio only  
X!  
*$  
X!  
]
In •Aud  
X!= Input number  
000 – maximum number of inputs (000 = untied)  
001 – maximum number of outputs  
0 – 9  
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X#= BME number  
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Coꢁꢁand  
ASCII coꢁꢁand  
Response  
Additional  
deꢀcription  
(hoꢀt to ꢀwitcher)  
(ꢀwitcher to hoꢀt)  
Read tieꢀ  
The & view tie command for RGB and the % view tie command for video can be used interchangeably on the matrix  
N
switcher.  
Read video and audio  
output tie  
X@  
X@  
X@  
X@  
X!]  
X!]  
X!]  
X!]  
X!  
Video and audio input  
!
X@  
.
tied to output  
output tie  
Read RGB  
Read video  
Read audio  
X!  
&
%
$
RGBHV input  
tied to  
X@  
.
output  
output tie  
X!  
Video input  
tied to  
X@  
.
output  
output tie  
X!  
Audio input  
tied to  
X@  
.
output  
Video ꢁute coꢁꢁandꢀ  
RGB or video mute  
X@  
X@  
X@  
X@ ]  
X@  
*1B  
*0B  
B
Vmt *1  
Mute output  
off).  
RGB (video  
RGB or video unmute  
X@ ]  
Vmt *0  
X@  
RGB  
Unmute output  
(video on).  
1 = mute on, 0 = mute off.  
Mute all RGB outputs.  
Unmute all RGB outputs.  
View RGB or video mute  
Global RGB or video mute  
X$]  
1*B  
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Vmt1  
Global RGB or video unmute 0*B  
Vmt0  
Audio input gain and attenuation  
The set gain (G) and attenuation (g) commands are case sensitive. The increment, decrement, and read level commands  
are not case sensitive.  
N
Set input audio gain to  
+ dB value  
X% X^  
X% X&]  
In •Aud  
*
G
Example:  
1*2G  
Set input 1 audio gain to  
+2 dB.  
]
In001•Aud+02  
Set input audio attenuation  
to - dB value  
X% X*  
X% X&]  
In •Aud  
*
g
Increment level  
Increase audio level by 1 dB.  
X%  
+G  
X% X&]  
In •Aud  
Example:  
5+G  
Increment audio input 5  
level from +2 dB to +3 dB.  
Decrease audio level by 1 dB.  
]
In005•Aud+03  
Decrement level  
X%  
-G  
X%  
In •Aud  
X&]  
Example:  
7-G  
Decrement audio input 7  
level from -08 dB to -9 dB.  
]
In007•-09  
Read input audio level  
X%  
G
X&]  
Audio ꢁute  
Audio mute  
X@  
X@  
X@  
X@ ]  
X@  
*1Z  
*0Z  
Z
Amt *1  
Mute audio output  
(audio off).  
Audio unmute  
X@ ]  
Amt *0  
X@  
Unmute audio output  
(audio on).  
1 = mute on, 0 = mute off.  
Mute all audio outputs.  
Unmute all audio outputs.  
Read audio mute  
X$]  
Global audio mute  
Global audio ummute  
1*Z  
]
]
Amt1  
0*Z  
Amt0  
X@= Output number  
001 – maximum number of outputs  
000 – maximum number of inputs (000 = untied)  
N
X!= Input number  
X$= Mute status  
X%= Input number  
X^= Audio gain  
0 = off (unmuted)  
1 = on (muted)  
001 – maximum number of outputs  
00 – 09 (1 dB per step)  
-24 – +09  
X&= Numeric dB value  
X*= Audio attenuation  
-01 – -24 (1 dB per step)  
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Coꢁꢁand  
ASCII coꢁꢁand  
Response  
Additional  
deꢀcription  
(hoꢀt to ꢀwitcher)  
(ꢀwitcher to hoꢀt)  
Create and recall preꢀetꢀ  
• If you try to recall a preset that is not saved, the matrix switcher responds with the error code E11.  
N
If you try to save a preset for a room that has not been created, the matrix switcher responds with the error code E21.  
Outputs must be assigned to a room before a room preset can be created.  
The following characters are invalid or not recommended in preset names: + ~ , @ = ‘ [ ] { } < > ’ “ ; : | \ and ?.  
•
•
•
Save current the current  
configuration as a global  
preset  
Command character is a  
comma.  
X(  
,
X(]  
Spr  
Example:  
9,  
Save current ties as preset 9.  
]
Spr09  
Direct write process —  
The direct write of a global preset should always be preceded by a clear global preset ties command of that same  
preset number, as shown below. In a directly-written preset, the input tied to each output position (or no tied input)  
remains unchanged unless overwritten or cleared.  
N
If you do not clear the ties in a global preset number before you directly write a global preset to that number, ties that  
are part of the previous version of the specified preset with the same number can unexpectedly become part of the newly-  
created preset.  
Clear a global preset ties  
E X1) }  
X1)]  
X(]  
X1)  
Clear all ties in preset .  
You can enter as many  
ties as are valid for your  
+
P0*!  
Spr  
Directly write a global  
preset  
E X( X! X@ X! X@  
+
P
*
!...  
*
$
Spr  
virtualization. Tie all (!), tie  
RGBHV (&), tie video (%),  
and tie audio ($) commands  
are all valid.  
Example:  
Clear all ties in preset 27.  
E
}
]
]
+27P0*!  
Spr27  
Brackets are shown to separate  
ties for clarity only. Create  
global preset 27, which ties  
video and audio input 22 to  
output 5, RGBHV input 15 to  
output 29, video input 13 to  
output 26, and audio input 3  
to output 8.  
Esc +27P22*5!15*29$13*26%3*8&  
Spr27  
Recall a global preset  
Command character is a  
period.  
X(  
.
X(]  
Rpr  
Example:  
5.  
Recall preset 5, which  
becomes the current  
configuration.  
]
Rpr05  
1
2
n
Write room outputs  
See notes.  
EX1)X@ X@ X@ }  
,
,
, ...  
MR  
1
2
n
X1)X@ X@ X@]  
Mpr  
,
,
, ...  
• Outputs must be assigned to a room before a room preset can be created.  
N
A room can contain a maximum of 16 outputs.  
An output can belong to only one room.  
•
•
•
•
The maximum number of rooms (X1)s) is 32.  
If no room name is assigned, the default name is “Room #X1)•X@,•X@,•X@”.  
1
2
3
Example:  
Outputs 3, 4, 5, and 6 are  
assigned to room 8.  
E
}
]
Mpr8,003,004,005,006  
8,3,04,5,6MR  
X(= Preset number  
X!= Input number  
X@= Output number  
X1)= Room number  
01 – 64  
N
000 – maximum number of inputs (000 = untied)  
001 – maximum number of outputs  
00 – 32  
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Coꢁꢁand  
ASCII coꢁꢁand  
Response  
Additional  
deꢀcription  
(hoꢀt to ꢀwitcher)  
(ꢀwitcher to hoꢀt)  
View tieꢀ, gain, ꢁuteꢀ, preꢀetꢀ, file ꢀtatuꢀ, DSVP, and input ꢀtatuꢀ  
1
2
n
Read room outputs  
EX1) }  
X1!X@ X@ X@]  
MR  
,
,
, ...  
Example:  
Outputs 1, 2, 8, and 9 are  
assigned to room 3, which is  
named “Class 1”.  
E }  
]
3MR  
Class 1,001,002,008,009  
Save current ties as a room  
preset  
Command character is a  
comma.  
X1) X1@  
X1) X1@]  
Rmm •Spr  
*
,
Example:  
3*9,  
Save current ties as preset 9  
for room 3.  
]
Rmm03•Spr09  
Directly write a room  
preset  
Direct entry of a global preset.  
E X1) X1@ X! X@ X! X@  
+
*
P
*
!...  
*
$
X1) X1@]  
X1) X1@]  
•Spr  
Rmm  
Rmm  
•Spr  
Recall a room preset  
Command character is a  
period.  
X1) X1@  
*
.
Example:  
5*8.  
Recall room 5, preset  
8which becomes the current  
configuration.  
]
Rmm05•Spr08  
View video and audio  
output tie  
X@  
X@  
X@  
X@  
X!]  
X!]  
X!]  
X!]  
X&]  
X!  
Video and audio input  
!
X@  
.
tied to output  
output tie  
View RGB  
View video  
View audio  
X!  
&
%
$
RGBHV input  
tied to  
X@  
.
output  
output tie  
X!  
Video input  
tied to  
X@  
.
output  
output tie  
X!  
Audio input  
tied to  
X@  
.
output  
View input audio level  
Example:  
X!  
G
4G  
Gain for input 4 is -2 dB.  
1 = mute on, 0 = mute off.  
1 = mute on, 0 = mute off.  
]
-02  
View RGB or video mute  
View audio mute  
X@  
X@  
X$]  
X$]  
B
Z
X1)= Room number  
00 – 32  
N
X1!= Name  
Up to 12 alphanumeric characters  
001 – maximum number of outputs  
10 maximum  
000 – maximum number of inputs (000 = untied)  
0 = off (unmuted) 1 = on (muted)  
X@= Output number  
X1@= Room preset number  
X!= Input number  
X$= Mute status  
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Coꢁꢁand  
ASCII coꢁꢁand  
Response  
Additional  
deꢀcription  
(hoꢀt to ꢀwitcher)  
(ꢀwitcher to hoꢀt)  
View tieꢀ, gain, ꢁuteꢀ, preꢀetꢀ, file ꢀtatuꢀ, DSVP, and input ꢀtatuꢀ  
n
n+1  
n+2  
n+15  
View 16 video ties for  
EX( X@  
}
*1VC  
X! X! X!  
X!  
• ... •  
]
•Vid  
*
•
•
X(  
global preset  
Show the virtual video input  
tied to 16 sequential virtual  
(All inputs and outputs  
shown are virtual.)  
X(  
outputs of preset , starting  
X@  
.
from output  
Command description:  
Response description:  
Preset# * starting output# (StO#) * 1 (= video) VC  
Input# (I#) tied to StO#n•I# tied to O#n+1•I# tied to O#n+2• ... •I# tied to O#n+15•Vid  
]
1. If you enter EX( X@  
}
where X(= 0, the switcher returns its current video configuration.  
*
*1VC  
2. Where virtual outputs do not exist, the the BME responds with 000.  
Example 1:  
N
E
}
4*1*1VC  
Virtual input 4 tied to virtual output 1  
No virtual input tied to virtual output 16  
Response = tied input: 004•128•000•000•000•000•003•001•000•000•000•128•000•001•000•000•Vid  
Output: 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16  
Virtual input 128 tied to virtual output 2  
Each position shown in the response is a virtual output. In Example 1; left = virtual output 1, right = virtual output 16.  
The number in each position is the virtual input tied to that virtual output.  
Input 4 is tied to output 1; input 128 to outputs 2 and 12; input 3 to output 7; input 1 to outputs 8 and 14. No input is  
tied to outputs 3 through 6, 9 through 11, 13, 15, and 16.  
Example 2:  
E }  
3*113*1VC  
In a 128 virtual inputs x 122 virtual ouputs configuration,  
the last 6 virtual outputs do not exist (note 2).  
Virtual input 4 tied to virtual output 113  
Response = tied input: 004•000•000•000•000•005•003•001•000•000•000•000•000•000•000•000•Vid  
Output: 113 114 115 116 117 118 119 120 121 122 123 124 125 126 127 128  
No virtual input tied to virtual output 114  
Each position shown in the response is a virtual output. In Example 2; left = virtual output 113, right = virtual output  
128. The number in each position is the virtual input tied to that virtual output.  
Input 4 is tied to output 113; input 5 to output 118; input 3 to output 119; input 1 to output 120. No input is tied to  
outputs 114 through 117, 121, and 122. Virtual outputs 123 through 128 are not present.  
n
n+1  
n+2  
n+15  
View 16 audio ties for  
EX( X@  
}
*2VC  
X! X! X!  
X!  
• ... •  
]
•Aud  
Show the virtual audio input  
tied to 16 sequential virtual  
outputs of preset , starting  
*
•
•
X(  
global preset  
(All inputs and outputs  
shown are virtual.)  
X(  
X@  
.
from output  
Command description:  
Response description:  
Preset# * starting output# (StO#) * 2 (= audio) VC  
I# tied to StO#n•I# tied to O#n+1•I# tied to O#n+2• ... •I# tied to O#n+15•Aud  
]
Each position shown in the response is a virtual output. The number in each position is the virtual input tied to that  
virtual output.  
1. If you enter EX( X@  
}
*2VC  
where X(= 0, the switcher returns its current audio configuration.  
*
N
2. Where virtual outputs do not exist, the the BME responds with 000.  
X(= Preset #  
32 maximum (0 = current configuration)  
001 – maximum number of outputs  
000 – maximum number of inputs (000 = untied)  
N
X@= Output number  
X!= Input number  
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Coꢁꢁand  
ASCII coꢁꢁand  
Response  
Additional  
deꢀcription  
(hoꢀt to ꢀwitcher)  
(ꢀwitcher to hoꢀt)  
View tieꢀ, gain, ꢁuteꢀ, preꢀetꢀ, file ꢀtatuꢀ, DSVP, and input ꢀtatuꢀ  
n
n+1  
n+2  
n+15  
View 16 audio ties for room  
EX1) X1@ X@  
}
*2VC  
X! X! X!  
X!  
• ... •  
]
•Aud  
*
*
•
•
X*  
, preset  
X1@  
Show the virtual audio input  
tied to 16 sequential virtual  
(All inputs and outputs  
shown are virtual.)  
X*  
outputs of room , preset  
X1@  
X@  
, starting from output  
.
Command description:  
Response description:  
Room# * preset# * starting output# (StO#) * 1 (= video) VC  
I# tied to StO#n•I# tied to O#n+1•I# tied to O#n+2• ... •I# tied to O#n+15•Vid  
]
Where virtual outputs do not exist, the the BME responds with 000.  
N
Each position shown in the response is a virtual output. The number in each position is the virtual input tied to that  
virtual output.  
n
n+1  
n+2  
n+15  
View 16 audio ties for room  
EX1) X1@ X@  
}
*2VC  
X! X! X!  
X!  
• ... •  
]
•Aud  
Show the virtual audio input  
tied to 16 sequential virtual  
outputs of room , preset  
*
*
•
•
X*  
X1@  
, global preset  
(All inputs and outputs  
shown are virtual.)  
X*  
X1@  
X@  
.
, starting from output  
Command description:  
Response description:  
Room# * preset# * starting output# (StO#) * 2 (= audio) VC  
I# tied to StO#n•I# tied to O#n+1•I# tied to O#n+2• ... •I# tied to O#n+15•Aud  
]
Where virtual outputs do not exist, the the BME responds with 000.  
N
Each position shown in the response is a virtual output. The number in each position is the virtual input tied to that  
virtual output.  
The response to the View file directory command differs, depending on whether the command is sent via an  
N
RS-232/RS-422 port or Telnet connection or sent via a Web browser connection.  
View file directory  
RS-232/RS-422 and Telnet  
List user-supplied files.  
List user-supplied files.  
E }  
]
]
DF  
filename1,date/time,length  
filename2,date/time,length  
•
•
•
•
]
filenamen,date/time,length  
]
space_remaining Bytes•Left  
View file directory  
Web browser  
Var file = new array ();  
E }  
DF  
File [1] = ‘filename1,date1,filesize1’,  
File [2] = ‘filename2,date3,filesize2’,  
•
•
•
•
File [n] = ‘filenamen,daten,filesizen’,  
File [n+1] = space_remaining Bytes•Left  
Erase user-supplied Web  
pages or files  
EfilenameEF  
}
]
Delfilename  
List individual sync  
frequency  
Listed as horizontal frequency,  
vertical frequency.  
X@  
LS  
X1#X1#]  
,
Example:  
2LS  
Input 2 horizontal frequency  
is 31.5 khZ and its vertical  
frequency is 60 Hz.  
]
031.50,060.00  
The matrix switcher returns 000.00,000.00 if there is no connection or sync frequencies are not applicable.  
N
List keypads  
X1$  
X1%X1^X1&]  
LK  
Part#,  
,
,
X1)= Room number  
00 – 32  
N
X1@= Room preset #  
X@= Output number  
X!= Input number  
X1#= Sync frequency  
X1$= Keypad number  
32 maximum (0 = current configuration)  
001 – maximum number of outputs  
000 – maximum number of inputs (000 = untied)  
xxx.xx (frequency in Hz [V] or kHz [H])  
1 – 128  
X1%= Firmware version number to second decimal place (x.xx)  
X1^= Keyboard mode  
X1&= Keyboard variable  
001 = output mode  
Meaning depends on X1^. See page 4-6.  
002 = room preset mode  
003 = global preset mode  
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ASCII coꢁꢁand  
Response  
Additional  
deꢀcription  
(hoꢀt to ꢀwitcher)  
(ꢀwitcher to hoꢀt)  
RGB delaꢂ  
Set RGB delay  
Example:  
EX@ X1* }  
X@• X1*]  
Dly  
*
D
Out  
Set the RGB interval for ties  
to output 4 to 3.5 seconds  
(7 x 0.5).  
E }  
•
]
4*7D  
Out004 Dly07  
Read RGB delay  
EX@ }  
X1*]  
D
Example:  
Output 5 switching interval  
is 2.5 seconds (5 x 0.5).  
E }  
]
05  
5D  
Naꢁeꢀ  
• Do not use leading spaces in preset names.  
N
If a preset is unassigned, the X1!displays [unassigned].  
If a global preset is saved, but not yet named, the default name is Preset  
•
•
•
X(  
.
X1) X1@.  
If a room preset is saved, but not yet named, the default name is Rm  
Prst  
Write preset name  
Example:  
EX(X1! }  
X(X1!]  
Nmg01,Security 1  
X1!]  
]
Security 2  
,
NG  
Nmg  
,
Name preset 1 “Security 1”.  
Name room 1 “Classrm 1”.  
E
}
]
1,Security 1NG  
Read preset name  
Example:  
EX( }  
NG  
E }  
2NG  
Write room name  
Example:  
EX1)X1! }  
X1)X1!]  
,
NR  
Nmr  
,
E
}
]
1,Classrm 1NR  
Nmr01,Classrm 1  
Read room name  
Write room preset name  
Example:  
EX1) }  
X1!]  
NR  
EX1) X1@X1! }  
X1) X1@X1!]  
Nmp  
*
,
NP  
*
,
Name room 1, preset 3  
“Podium_DVD”.  
E
}
]
1*3,Podium_DVDNP  
Nmp01*3,Podium_DVD  
Read room preset name  
Write virtual input name  
Example:  
EX1) X1@ }  
X1!]  
*
NP  
EX%X1! }  
X%X1!]  
Nmi  
,
NI  
,
Name input 9 “Podium cam”.  
Name output 1 “Main PJ1”.  
E
}
]
Nmi09,Podium cam1  
X1!]  
9,Podium cam1NI  
Read virtual input name  
Write virtual output name  
Example:  
EX% }  
NI  
EX@X1! }  
X@X1!]  
Nmo  
,
NO  
,
E
}
]
Nmo01,Main PJ1  
1,Main PJ1NO  
Read virtual output name  
EX@ }  
X1!]  
NO  
X@= Output number  
001 through maximum number of outputs  
Delay in ½ second increments (10 maximum)  
12 characters maximum  
64 maximum (0 = current configuration)  
32 max. (Each can have up to 10 presets (X1@s) assigned.)  
10 maximum  
N
X1*= RGB Delay  
X1!= Name (for presets, inputs, and outputs)  
X(= Global preset number  
X1)= Room number  
X1@= Room preset number  
X!= Input numbe  
000 – maximum number of inputs (000 = untied)  
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Response  
Additional  
deꢀcription  
(hoꢀt to ꢀwitcher)  
(ꢀwitcher to hoꢀt)  
Resets  
Intialize virtual map size  
Intialize the virtual map size.  
EX! X@ }  
X! X@]  
*
ZM  
Zpm  
*
Reset global presets and  
names  
Clear all global presets and  
their names.  
E }  
]
Zpg  
ZG  
Reset an individual global  
preset  
EX( }  
X(]  
Zpg  
X(  
and its name.  
ZG  
Clear preset  
Reset all room map  
Clear all rooms.  
E }  
]
X1)]  
]
ZR  
Zpr  
Zpr  
Zpp  
Reset individual room map  
Reset all room presets  
EX1) }  
X1)  
Clear room .  
Clear all room presets and  
their names.  
ZR  
E }  
ZP  
Reset individual room  
preset  
EX1) X1@}  
X1) X1@]  
X1)  
X1@  
*
Zpp  
Zpd  
*
Clear room  
and its name.  
, preset !  
Reset RGB delays  
Reset all RGB delays to  
0.0 seconds.  
E }  
]
ZD  
Reset audio input levels  
Reset all audio input levels  
E }  
]
]
ZA  
Zpa  
(gain and attenuation) to 0 dB.  
Reset all video and audio  
mutes.  
Reset all RGB and audio  
mutes  
E }  
ZZ  
Zpz  
Reset flash  
Reset flash memory  
E
E
]
]
Zpf  
ZFFF  
(erase user-supplied files).  
Clear all ties and all presets,  
resets all audio gains to 0 dB,  
resets the RGB delay, and  
unmutes all video and audio  
outputs.  
Reset whole switcher  
}
ZXXX  
]
Zpx  
Absolute reset  
Similar to Reset whole  
switcher, plus sets the IP  
address to 192.168.254.254  
and the subnet mask to  
255.255.0.0.  
E }  
ZQQQ  
]
Zpq  
Virtual controlꢀ  
Write virtual inputs  
1
2
n
EX@X1(X1!X2) X2) X2) }  
,
,
,
,
...  
MI  
1
2
n
X@X1(X1!X2) X2) X2)]  
Mpi  
,
,
,
,
...  
1
2
n
Read virtual inputs  
Write virtual outputs  
EX@ }  
X1(X1!X2) X2) X2)]  
...  
MI  
,
,
,
1
2
n
EX#X1(X1!X2) X2) X2) }  
,
,
,
,
...  
MO  
1
2
n
X#X1(X1!X2) X2) X2)]  
Mpo  
,
,
,
,
...  
1
2
n
Read virtual outputs  
Read plane types  
EX# }  
X1(X1!X2) X2) X2)]  
MO  
,
,
,
...  
letter and BME# pairs  
E }  
MC  
A letter and BME# pair consists of a letter that identifies the video or audio plane (Red, Blue, Mono, Audio, and so on)  
N
and a number that identifies the BME assigment. Example: R0G1B2S3A4.  
X@= Output number  
001 through maximum number of outputs  
001 through maximum number of inputs  
32 maximum (0 = current configuration)  
32 max. (Each can have up to 10 presets (X1@s) assigned.)  
10 maximum  
N
X%= Input number  
X(= Preset #  
X1)= Room number  
X1@= Room preset number  
X1(= Signal type. See page 4-7.  
X1!= Name  
12 characters maximum  
Example: 4i003 (BME 3, input connector 003)  
X2)= Virtual input or output  
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Coꢁꢁand  
ASCII coꢁꢁand  
Response  
Additional  
deꢀcription  
(hoꢀt to ꢀwitcher)  
(ꢀwitcher to hoꢀt)  
Inforꢁation requeꢀtꢀ  
Information request,  
system  
I
X2! X2@ X2# X2$ X2% X2^]  
X
•T  
•U  
•M  
X
Input size X output size,  
BME type connected,  
number of BMEs, input map  
and output map.  
Example:  
I
]
128X128 T1 U6 M128X128  
Information request,  
specific BME  
X#  
X2! X2@ X2# X2$ X2% X2^]  
I
X
•T  
•U  
•M  
X
Where X2!is O, the command is equivalent to system “I” command, above.  
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Request part number  
N
60-xxx-iocr  
Contact Extron for part  
numbers.  
xxx = 410 = Wideband video  
412 = Audio  
411 = Sync  
530 = low resolution video  
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io  
c
r
Two-character (video) or four -character (audio) input/output matrix configuration code  
Redundant controller installed  
Redundant power supplies installed  
0 = no, 1 = yes  
0 = no, 1 = yes  
60-xxx-iocr  
Request the part number of  
a specific BME  
Contact Extron for part  
numbers.  
X#  
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Query controller firmware  
version  
Q
X2&]  
Example:  
Q
The factory-installed BME  
controller firmware version  
is 1.23 (sample value only).  
]
1.23  
Query software version for  
a specific BME  
X#  
X2&]  
Q
Request fan status  
X#  
X#  
X2*X2*X2*X2*]  
X2*X2*X2*X2*]  
*01S  
Request power supply  
status  
*02S  
Request controller status  
X#  
X#  
X#  
X2(X2(]  
X2(X2(X2( X2(]  
X2(X2(X2( X2(]  
*03S  
*04S  
*05S  
Request input card status  
Request output card status  
...  
...  
X2!= Input size  
X2@= Output size  
X2#= BME type  
The number of physical inputs  
The number of physical outputs  
0= non existent  
1 = wideband video  
2 = low res video  
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3 = sync  
4 = stereo audio  
5 = mono audio  
X2$= Number of BME  
X2%= Input map size  
X2^= Output map size  
X#= BME number  
X2&= Video and audio mute:  
X2*= Fan or power supply status  
X2(= Card status  
1 through 8  
The number of virtual inputs  
The number of virtual outputs  
0 – 8  
0 = no mutes  
1 = video mute  
0 = not installed  
1 = installed and working  
0 = not installed  
1 = installed and working  
2 = failed, positive rail  
2 = audio mute  
3 = video and audio mute  
2 = failed  
3 = failed, both rails  
4 = failed, negative rail  
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Sꢂꢁbol definitionꢀ  
X4)  
=
Matrix name  
(Up to 240 characters)  
The following characters are invalid or not recommended in the name: {space} ~ , @ = ` [ ] { } < > ‘ “ ; : \ | and ?.  
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X4!  
X4@  
=
Default name  
Factory default name (model name + last 3 pairs of MAC address)  
=
Time and date (set)  
In the format: MM/DD/YY•HH:MM:SS where:  
MM = month: 01 (January) through 12 (December)  
DD = day: 01 through 31  
YY = year: 00 through 99  
HH = hour: 00 through 24  
MM = minutes: 00 through 59  
SS = seconds: 00 through 59  
X4#  
=
Time and date (read)  
In the format: Day,•DD•Mmm•YYYY•HH:MM:SS where  
Day = weekday: Mon through Sun  
DD = day: 01 through 31  
Mmm = month: Jan through Dec  
YYYY = year: 2000 through 2099  
HH = hour: 00 through 24  
MM = minutes: 00 through 59  
SS = seconds: 00 through 59  
X4$  
X4%  
X4^  
X4&  
=
=
=
=
IP address  
###-###-###-###  
##-##-##-##-##-##  
0 - 255  
Hardware (MAC) address  
Number of open connections  
Password  
12 alphanumeric characters  
The following characters are invalid or not recommended in passwords: {space} ~ , @ = ` [ ] { } < > ‘ “ ; : \ | and ?.  
E-mail user name The “from” name of the switcher (up to 240 alphanumeric characters)  
The following characters are invalid or not recommended in the name: {space} ~ , @ = ` [ ] { } < > ‘ “ ; : | \ and ?.  
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X4*  
=
N
X4(  
X5)  
X5!  
=
=
=
E-mail account  
E-mail address  
Notify when?  
1 through 9  
Typical e-mail address format (for example: nnnn@xxx.com)  
0 = suspend  
1 = fail or missing  
2 = fixed or restored  
3 = both (fail and fix)  
X5@  
=
Notification desired  
01 = fan  
02 = power supplies  
03 = controllers  
04 = input cards  
05 = output cards  
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Coꢁꢁand  
ASCII coꢁꢁand  
Response  
Additional  
deꢀcription  
(hoꢀt to ꢀwitcher)  
(ꢀwitcher to hoꢀt)  
Set matrix name (location)  
Read matrix name (location)  
EX4) }  
X4)]  
Ipn•  
X4)]  
X4!]  
Ipn•  
CN  
E }  
CN  
Reset matrix name to  
factory default  
E }  
•CN  
Set GMT time and date  
EX4@ }  
X4@]  
Ipt  
CT  
Read GMT time and date  
Set IP address  
E }  
X4#]  
CT  
EX4$ }  
X4$]  
Ipi  
CI  
Read IP address  
E }  
X4$]  
X4%]  
X4^]  
CI  
Read hardware address  
Read # of open connections  
Set subnet mask  
E }  
CH  
E }  
CC  
EX4$ }  
X4$]  
Ips  
CS  
Read subnet mask  
E }  
X4$]  
CS  
Set gateway IP address  
Read gateway IP address  
Set administrator password  
EX4$ }  
X4$]  
X4$]  
CG  
Ipg  
E }  
CG  
EX4& }  
X4&]  
Ipa•  
CA  
Read administrator  
password  
E }  
X4&]  
CA  
Reset (clear) administrator  
password  
E }  
X4&]  
Ipa•  
•CA  
Set user password  
EX4& }  
X4&]  
Ipu•  
CU  
Read user password  
E }  
X4&]  
X4&]  
Ipu•  
CU  
Reset (clear) user password  
Set e-mail server values  
Read e-mail server values  
Set e-mail notifications  
E }  
•CU  
EX4$X4*X4& }  
X4$X4*X4&]  
,
,
CM  
Ipm  
,
,
E }  
X4$X4*X4&]  
CM  
,
,
EX4(X5)X5!X5@ X5@ }  
,
,
,
...  
CR  
X4(X5)X5!X5@ X5@]  
lpr  
,
,
,
...  
Read e-mail notification  
EX4( }  
X4(X5)X5!X5@ X5@]  
...  
CR  
,
,
,
Special Characterꢀ  
The HTML language reserves certain characters for specific functions. The switcher  
does not accept these characters as part of preset names, the name of the switcher,  
passwords, or locally created file names.  
The switcher rejects or Extron does not recommend the following characters:  
{space (spaces are ok for names)} + } ~ , @ = ‘ [ ] { } < > ’ “ semicolon (;)  
colon (:) | \ and ?.  
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Matrix 12800 Switchers  
Chapter Five  
5
Web Operationꢀ  
Download the Startup Page  
Status Tab  
Configuration Tab  
File Management Tab  
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Web Operationꢀ  
The Matrix 12800 can be controlled and operated through the Ethernet port on BME 0,  
across the LAN or WAN, using a Web browser, such as the Microsoft Internet  
Explorer. The browser down loads a series of displays that have the appearance  
of Web pages. This chapter describes the factory-installed HTML pages, which are  
always available and cannot be erased or overwritten.  
If your Ethernet connection to the matrix switcher is unstable, try turning off  
the proxy server in your Web browser. In Microsoft Internet Explore, click  
Tools > Internet Options > Connections > LAN Settings, uncheck the “Use  
a proxy server...” box, and then click Ok.  
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Download the Startup Page  
Access the switcher using the HTML pages as follows:  
1. Start the Web browser program.  
2. Click in the Address field of the browser.  
Enter the IP address of the switcher in the Address field.  
3.  
If the local system administrators have not changed the value, the factory-  
specified default, 192.168.254.254, is the correct value for this field.  
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4.  
If you want the browser to display a page other than the default page (such as  
a custom page that you have created and uploaded), enter a slash (/) and the  
file name to open.  
The Address field of the browser should display the address in the following  
format: xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx/{optional_file_name.html}  
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The following characters are invalid or not recommended in file names: {space}  
~ @ = ‘ [ ] { } < > ’ “ ; : | \ and ?.  
5.  
Press the keyboard Enter key. The switcher checks to see if it is password  
protected.  
If the switcher is not password protected, proceed to step 7.  
If the switcher is password protected, the switcher downloads the Enter  
Network Password page (figure 5-1).  
Figure 5-1 — Enter Network Password page  
A User Name entry is not required.  
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6.  
Click in the Password field and type in the appropriate administrator or user  
password. Click the OK button.  
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7.  
The switcher checks several possibilities, in the following order, and then  
responds accordingly:  
a. Does the address include a specific file name, such as 10.13.156.10/file_  
name.html? If so, the switcher downloads that HTML page.  
b. Is there a file in the memory of the switcher that is named “index.html”?  
If so, the switcher downloads “index.html” as the default startup page.  
c. If neither of the above conditions is true, the switcher downloads the  
factory-installed default startup page, “nortxe_index.html” (figure 5-2),  
also known as the System Status page.  
Statuꢀ Tab  
Sꢂꢀteꢁ Statuꢀ page  
The Matrix 12800 System Status page (figure 5-2) provides an overall view of the  
status of the complete matrix switcher system, encompassing all BMEs and their  
active replaceable components. The status Web page automatically updates itself  
every few seconds to reflect the latest status of the switcher components.  
Refresh system status  
Individual BME status  
MKP/MCP status  
Select DSVP  
Figure 5-2 — System status page  
For each BME, the System Status page shows the status of the primary and  
redundant power supplies, the primary and redundant controller, the fans, the  
input cards, and the output cards. Components that are operating properly are  
indicated in green, failures are indicated in red, and components that are not  
installed are indicated in gray. If a component fails or is removed, the display  
shows the change in status the next time it updates.  
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BME Statuꢀ page  
To observe more status details for a specific BME, from the System Status page,  
click the BME number, either at the top of the status column or in the brackets to the  
left of the screen. The Matrix 12800 downloads the BME Status page (figure 5-3),  
which provides additional information for that BME, including the size of the  
matrix and the number of and status of individual input cards and output cards.  
Refresh BME status  
MKP/MCP status  
Select DSVP  
Figure 5-3 — BME Status page  
MKP/MCP Statuꢀ page  
To observe the connection status of remote keypads and remote control panels,  
from the System Status page, click the MKP/MCP link to the left of the screen  
(figure 5-4).  
Select  
System Status  
Figure 5-4 — MKP/MCP Status page  
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DSVP page  
To observe the Digital Sync Validation Processing (DSVP) for an input, from the  
System Status page, click the DSVP link to the left of the screen (figure 5-5).  
DSVP is only available in systems that include a sync BME.  
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Select  
System Status  
Refresh  
Figure 5-5 — DSVP page  
Configuration Tab  
Sꢂꢀteꢁ Configuration page  
The Matrix 12800 downloads the System Configuration page (figure 5-6) when  
you click the Configuration tab. The screen consists of fields in which you can  
observe and edit IP administration and system settings. The e-mail settings page  
can be accessed by clicking on the e-mail settings link. See appendix A, “Ethernet  
Connection”, for basic information about IP addresses.  
Refresh  
Select e-mail Settings  
Figure 5-6 — System configuration page  
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Adꢁiniꢀtration fieldꢀ  
• Ethernet connection to the Matrix switcher, either entering SIS commands (see  
chapter 4, “Programming Guide”), using the Matrix 12800/6400/3200 Control  
Program (see chapter 3, “Virtualization/Control Software”), or using HTML  
pages, is password protected.  
• Connection via the RS-232/RS-422 port is not password protected.  
On password-protected connections, there are two levels of protection:  
administrator and user. Administrators have access to all Matrix 12800 switching  
capabilities and editing functions. Users can create ties, create and recall presets,  
set RGB and audio mutes, and view all settings with the exception of passwords.  
The administration fields on the system configuration page are for entering and  
verifying administrator and user passwords. Passwords are case sensitive and are  
limited to 12 upper case and lower case alphanumeric characters. Each password  
must be entered twice; once in the password field and then repeated in the re-enter  
password field. Characters in these fields are masked by asterisks (*****). If you do  
not want to password protect an access level, leave the password field and the re-  
enter password field blank. After entering the desired password in both fields, click  
the Submit button.  
To delete a password, type a single space in the enter and re-enter field and click  
the Submit button.  
Matrix IP ꢀettingꢀ fieldꢀ  
The system IP settings fields provide a location for observing and editing settings  
unique to the Ethernet interface. After editing any of the settings on this page, click  
the Submit button.  
Name field  
The Matrix Name field contains the name used as the “from” information when the  
Matrix 12800 e-mails notification of its failed or repaired status. This name field can  
be changed to any valid name, up to 12 alphanumeric characters.  
IP Address field  
The IP Address field contains the IP address of the connected BME. This value is  
encoded in the flash memory on the primary and redundant controller circuit cards.  
Valid IP addresses consist of four 1-, 2-, or 3-digit numeric subfields separated by  
dots (periods). Each field can be numbered from 000 through 255. Leading zeroes,  
up to 3 digits total per field, are optional. Values of 256 and above are invalid.  
The default address is 192.168.254.254, but if this conflicts with other equipment at  
your installation, you can change the IP address to any valid value.  
Gateway IP Address field  
The Gateway IP Address field identifies the address of the gateway to the mail  
server to be used if the Matrix 12800 and the mail server are not on the same subnet.  
The gateway IP address has the same validity rules as the IP address.  
Subnet Mask field  
The Subnet Mask field is used to determine whether the Matrix 12800 is on the  
same subnet as the mail server when you are subnetting.  
Hardware Address field  
The Hardware Address field is hardcoded on the primary controller card in BME 0  
and cannot be changed.  
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Eꢁail Settingꢀ page  
The Email Settings page (figure 5-7) can be reached by clicking on the Email  
Settings link on the system configuration page. The Email Settings page has  
fields for entering all of the information needed to set up the e-mail notification  
capabilities of the switcher. After editing any of the settings on this page, click the  
Submit button.  
Select System  
Configuration.  
Refresh.  
Figure 5-7 — Email Settings page  
Mail IP Addreꢀꢀ field  
The Mail IP Address field displays the IP address of the mail server that handles the  
e-mail for the facility in which the Matrix 12800 is installed.  
Valid IP addresses consist of four 1-, 2-, or 3-digit numeric subfields separated by  
dots (periods). Each field can be numbered from 000 through 255. Leading zeroes,  
up to 3 digits total per field, are optional. Values of 256 and above are invalid.  
Uꢀer Naꢁe field  
The mail server User Name field displays the domain name of the Matrix 12800  
e-mail server (such as folklore.net in the examples throughout this chapter).  
Standard domain conventions (xxx.com) apply.  
The following characters are invalid or not recommended in a domain name:  
{space} ~ = ‘ [ ] { } < > ’ “ ; : | \ and ?. The @ character is only  
acceptable as the lead-in to the domain name (such as @folklore.net).  
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Paꢀꢀword field  
The mail server Password field and re-enter password field display and confirm  
the password that the Matrix 12800 uses to log on to the e-mail server. Passwords  
are case sensitive and are limited to 12 upper case and lower case alphanumeric  
characters. Characters in these fields are masked by asterisks (*****).  
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Eꢁail Addreꢀꢀ fieldꢀ  
The nine Email Address fields identify the e-mail addresses of the personnel  
to whom the Matrix 12800 e-mails notification of its failure and repair status.  
Standard e-mail address conventions (nnnnn@xxx.com) apply.  
The check boxes and drop box associated with each address field permit the  
operator to specify specific e-mail requirements for each recipient.  
In the associated check boxes, select the Matrix 12800 components for which the  
recipient is to receive e-mail notification. In the associated drop box, select whether  
the recipient is to be e-mailed of failures, fixes, both, not notified, or to be removed  
from the e-mail list. The no response option is handy for temporarily removing  
personnel from the e-mail list when they are unavailable, such as on travel or  
vacation. Selecting the remove e-mail options and clicking the Submit button  
removes the recipient from e-mail notification.  
File Manageꢁent Tab  
File Manageꢁent page  
To delete files such as HTML pages from the Matrix 12800 or to upload your  
own files to the Matrix 12800, click the file management tab. The Matrix 12800  
downloads the File Management page (figure 5-8).  
Figure 5-8 — File Management page  
The files shown in figure 5-8 are for example only.  
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Upload your own files as follows:  
1.  
2.  
3.  
Click the Browse button.  
Browse through your system and select the desired file.  
Click the Upload File button.  
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Control Tab  
Set and View Tieꢀ page  
You can create ties on the Set and View Ties page (figure 5-9). Access the Set and  
View Ties page by clicking the Control tab.  
Refresh or Select  
Different Tie (Output)  
Groups  
Select RGBHV Settings  
Select Global Presets  
Select Input and  
Output Maps  
Figure 5-9 — Set and View Ties page  
The page consists of a matrix of input (rows) and output (columns) (up to 32  
outputs at a glance) selection buttons of four different colors:  
• The amber buttons indicate video and audio ties.  
• The green buttons indicate video only ties.  
• The red buttons indicate audio only ties.  
• The gray buttons indicate no ties.  
If you lose track of the input and output associated with a specific button, let the  
mouse pointer rest over a button for a moment. As shown on figure 5-9, a field  
pops up that identifies the input and output for that button.  
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Select a different group of outputs by clicking the desired Ties link to the left of the  
screen.  
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Create a tie as follows:  
1.  
Click the Video Only, Audio Only, or Video & Audio button to select video,  
audio, or both for switching (audio follow or audio breakaway). Each mouse  
click of a button toggles the other two buttons off.  
2.  
Move the mouse pointer over the matrix of input and output selection  
buttons. Click a button to create a preliminary tie (if not tied) or preliminary  
untie (if tied) of the input and output associated with that button. A “P” (for  
preliminary) appears in the button.  
If you lose track of the input and output associated with a specific button, let the  
mouse pointer rest over one of the tie buttons for a moment. A field pops up (as  
shown on figure 5-9) that identifies the input and output for that button.  
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To tie an input to all outputs, click the input number of that input.  
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3.  
Click the Take button to make the configuration changes or Cancel button to  
abandon the configuration changes.  
RGBHV Settingꢀ page  
The RGBHV Settings page provides a way to set the input audio gain and  
attenuation, mute and unmute all video and audio outputs, and (for RGBHV video  
only) set the RGB delay (switching interval). Access the RGBHV Settings page  
(figure 5-10) by clicking on the RGBHV Settings link on the Set and View Ties page.  
Select  
Set and View Ties  
Select Global Presets  
Select Input and  
Output Maps  
Figure 5-10 — RGBHV Settings page  
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Changing the input gain and attenuation (ꢀꢂꢀteꢁꢀ with audio BMEꢀ)  
Users can set the level of audio gain or attenuation (-24 dB to +9 dB) for each input  
from the RGBHV Settings page. Audio levels can be adjusted so there are no  
noticeable volume differences between sources.  
Change the audio level setting of an input as follows:  
1.  
Click the Input drop box. A drop-down scroll box appears (figure 5-11).  
Figure 5-11 — Input selection drop box  
2.  
Click and drag the slider or click the scroll up ( ) button or scroll down (  
button until the desired input is visible.  
)
3.  
4.  
Click the desired input.  
Click the Input Audio Level (dB) drop box. A drop-down scroll box appears  
(figure 5-12).  
Figure 5-12 — Gain drop box  
5. Click the desired gain or attenuation value.  
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Muting and unꢁuting one or all outputꢀ  
Mute one or all outputs as follows:  
1.  
To select an individual output to mute or unmute, click the Output drop box.  
A drop-down scroll box appears (figure 5-13).  
Figure 5-13 — Output selection drop box  
2.  
Click and drag the slider or click the scroll up ( ) button or scroll down (  
button until the desired output is visible.  
)
3.  
4.  
Click the desired output.  
Click the Video Only, Audio Only, or Video & Audio button to select video,  
audio, or both for muting. Each mouse click a button toggles the other two  
buttons off.  
5.  
Click the Mute or UnMute button to mute or unmute the selected output.  
Click the Mute All or UnMute All to mute or unmute all of the outputs.  
The Mute status indications are displayed in the lower right  
corner of the page.  
Changing the RGB delaꢂ  
The RGB delay interval defines how long the screen is blanked when switching to a  
new input for the selected output.  
Change the RGB delay as follows:  
1.  
Click the Output drop box. A drop-down scroll box appears (figure 5-14).  
Figure 5-14 — Output selection drop box  
2.  
3.  
Click and drag on the slider or click the scroll up ( ) button or scroll down  
) button until the desired output is visible.  
(
Click the desired output.  
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Click the RGB delay drop box. A drop-down scroll box appears (figure 5-15).  
Figure 5-15 — RGB delay drop box  
5. Click the desired RGB delay.  
Global Preꢀetꢀ page  
You can save and recall global presets from the Global Presets page (figure 5-16).  
Access the Global Presets page by clicking the Global Presets link on the left of the  
Set and View Ties page.  
Select  
Set and View Ties  
Select RGBHV Settings  
Select Input and  
Output Maps  
Figure 5-16 — Global presets page  
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Saving a preꢀet  
Save the current configuration (configuration 0) as a preset as follows:  
1.  
2.  
Click the Save Preset button.  
Select the desired preset by clicking on one of the presets listed. To create  
a new preset, click the on one of the [unassigned] buttons. Overwrite an  
existing preset by clicking on an already existing preset.  
3.  
If desired, type over the current name in the box adjacent to the Save Preset  
button.  
If you do not rename an unassigned button, the Matrix 12800 automatically  
names the preset as Preset {next available number}.  
If you do not rename an existing preset when it is overwritten, the  
Matrix 12800 retains the same name.  
4.  
Click the Accept button.  
Recalling a preꢀet  
To recall a global preset to be the current configuration, click the button associated  
with the desired preset.  
Phꢂꢀical Connectionꢀ pageꢀ  
The Physical Inputs and Physical Outputs pages (figure 5-17) are reference pages  
only, with no active functions. The pages show the virtual numbers, names, signal  
types, and physical connectors associated with the inputs and outputs. Signal  
types include RGB, video, audio, video & audio, component video, S-video, and  
vid (composite). To access the page, click the Physical Inputs or Physical Outputs  
link on the left of the Set and View Ties page.  
Figure 5-17 shows the Physical Inputs page. The Physical Outputs page is  
similar.  
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Select  
Set and View Ties  
Select RGBHV Settings  
Select Global Presets  
Figure 5-17 — Physical Inputs page  
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Chapter 6  
6
Upgradeꢀ and Maintenance  
Opening and Closing the Matrix Switcher  
Removing and Installing the Fan Assembly  
Removing and Installing the Power Supply Module  
Replacing the Fuse  
Removing and Cleaning the Filter  
Setting the DIP Switches  
Removing and Installing the Controller Card and Replacing the Firmware  
Removing and Installing the I/O Card and Setting the Audio Gain  
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Upgradeꢀ and Maintenance  
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switcher operations.  
Opening and Cloꢀing the Matrix Switcher  
Opening the ꢀwitcher  
All maintenance and upgrade procedures require access to the interior of the  
switcher by opening the front door (figure 6-1). Gain access to the interior as  
follows:  
Door Fastener  
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Figure 6-1 — Opening the Matrix 12800 switcher.  
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2.  
3.  
4.  
Turn the top door fastener clockwise from to  
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Turn the bottom door fastener counterclockwise from to  
Open the door.  
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If you need to open the fan assembly door, remove the front door by lifting it  
straight up off the hinge pins.  
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Cloꢀing the ꢀwitcher  
1.  
If the door was removed, replace the door by lifting it above the hinge pins  
and lowering it onto the pins.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
Shut the door.  
Turn the bottom door fastener clockwise from to  
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Turn the top door fastener counterclockwise from to (figure 6-2).  
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Upgradeꢀ and Maintenance, cont’d  
Reꢁoving and Inꢀtalling the Fan Aꢀꢀeꢁblꢂ  
The four fans on the fan assembly door are paired; two primary fans in one  
assembly and two redundant fans in another assembly (figure 6-3). The two fans  
in the primary fan assembly share a common power connector and the two fans  
in the redundant fan assembly share a separate connector. The power cord for  
the primary fan assembly is sheathed in red, the power cord for the redundant  
fan assembly is sheathed in black. Fans are replaced two at a time (primary or  
redundant fan assembly pair).  
Primary Fans  
Redundant Fans  
Figure 6-3 — Primary and redundant fan locations  
Remove and replace the primary or redundant fan assembly as follows:  
1.  
2.  
Open the front door.  
On the fan assembly door, turn the left and right knurled knobs ¼-turn  
counterclockwise. Raise the door and rest it on the roof of the power  
distribution enclosure.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
Disconnect the power distribution plane fan power cable connector (the  
power cable that leads from the inside of the fan connector bracket to the  
power distribution plane) (figure 6-4) by pushing down on the center tab and  
pulling back on the connector.  
Remove the fan assembly power connector (the connector that has two power  
cables on the back side) from the fan connector bracket by pinching the top  
and bottom tabs together and pulling the connector back and out of the  
bracket.  
Remove and retain the three cable restraints that secure the power cables out  
of the way, and gently separate the power cables.  
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Remove four nuts w/  
captive washers  
(each fan).  
Remove screws from  
cable hold down  
brackets.  
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6.  
Using a 5/16-inch nut driver, remove and retain the four nuts securing each  
fan to the fan assembly door.  
7.  
8.  
9.  
Lift the two finger grates out of the way.  
Lift the two fans off of the fan assembly door retaining posts.  
Place the replacement fan assembly on the fan assembly door retaining posts.  
10. Place the finger grates over the two fans on the retaining posts.  
11. Secure each fan and finger grate to the restraining posts with the four 5/16"  
nuts removed in step 6.  
12. Secure the power cables out of the way, behind the fan connector bracket and  
through the three cable restraints retained in step 5. Tighten down the three  
cable restraints.  
13. Align the fan assembly power connector with the slot on the outside of the fan  
connector bracket and snap the connector into the bracket.  
14. Connect the power distribution plane fan power cable to the fan assembly  
power connector in the fan connector bracket.  
Ensure that you close and secure the fan assembly door when you have  
finished this maintenance procedure. The Matrix 12800 may overheat  
otherwise.  
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15. Close the fan assembly door and turn the left and right knurled knobs ¼-turn  
clockwise.  
16. Close the front door.  
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Reꢁoving and Inꢀtalling the Power Supplꢂ Module  
Reꢁoving the power ꢀupplꢂ ꢁodule  
The two or four power supply modules (primary power supplies A and B and  
optional redundant power supplies A and B) are identical and hot-swappable. Each  
power supply module has two LEDs, visible when the fan assembly door is open,  
that indicate the status of the voltages that power supply outputs. If both LEDs are  
lit, the power supply is operating normally. If either LED is unlit, the power supply  
is out of tolerance and should be reseated, swapped, or replaced at the earliest  
opportunity.  
If this BME does not have redundant power supplies, the switcher may or may  
not shut down for an out of tolerance voltage.  
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The power supply modules are hot-swappable. If this BME has redundant power  
supplies A and B, each power supply can be removed without powering down the  
switcher. If the BME does not have power supply redundancy, removing either  
primary power supply shuts down the matrix.  
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Remove a power supply module as follows:  
1.  
2.  
Open the front door.  
Turn the left and right knurled knobs on the fan assembly door ¼-turn  
counterclockwise. Raise the door and rest it on the roof of the power  
distribution enclosure.  
3.  
Grasp the handle on the power supply module and push down on the thumb  
detent (figure 6-5). Pull the power supply module straight back until the  
module clears the alignment guides.  
Open fan door  
Thumb  
Detent  
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Align power supply  
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Figure 6-5 — Power supply replacement  
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4.  
If a replacement power supply is not being installed immediately, close the  
fan assembly door and turn the left and right knurled knobs ¼-turn clockwise.  
Ensure that you close and secure the fan assembly door when you have  
finished this maintenance procedure. The Matrix 12800 may overheat  
otherwise.  
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5.  
If a replacement power supply is not being installed immediately, close the  
front door.  
Inꢀtalling the power ꢀupplꢂ ꢁodule  
The power supply modules are hot-swappable. You do not need to power down  
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the switcher to install a power supply.  
Install a power supply module as follows:  
1.  
2.  
If necessary, open the front door.  
If necessary, turn the left and right knurled knobs on the fan assembly door  
¼-turn counterclockwise. Raise the door and rest it on the roof of the power  
distribution enclosure.  
3.  
4.  
Orient the power supply module to be installed with the LEDs to the right  
and near the bottom (figure 6-5).  
Identify the correct position to install the power supply module. Align the  
flanges on the power supply module with the top and bottom power supply  
guides. Gently slide the power supply module into the power distribution  
enclosure until the module meets resistance.  
5.  
Push down on the thumb detent, and firmly push the power supply module  
the rest of the way into the power distribution enclosure until the power  
supply module is properly seated on the power distribution plane. If the  
switcher is powered up, observe that the two LEDs light. Release the thumb  
detent.  
Ensure that you close the fan assembly door when you have finished this  
maintenance procedure. The Matrix 12800 may overheat otherwise.  
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6.  
Lower the fan assembly door to vertical and turn the left and right knurled  
knobs ¼-turn clockwise.  
7.  
Close the front door.  
If you are upgrading the matrix switcher from a configuration with two power  
supplies to a configuration with four power supplies (adding redundancy), you  
also need to plug in the redundant IEC power cord on the rear panel.  
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8.  
If power supplies were installed to add redundancy to the switcher, plug a  
standard IEC power cord between the rear panel Redundant AC Power Input  
connector and either an uninterruptible 100 to 240VAC, 50 Hz or 60 Hz power  
source or a power source that is completely independent from the primary  
power source.  
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Replacing the Fuꢀe  
The primary and redundant AC power circuits are independently fused. The fuses  
are accessible on the rear panel of the switcher. If a fuse opens, the associated  
primary or redundant power loop shuts down. If this BME does not have  
redundant power supplies, the switcher shuts down. Replace the fuse as follows:  
1.  
On the rear panel, insert the flat blade end of an Extron Tweeker or small  
screwdriver under the tab on the bottom of the fuse holder and gently pry on  
the fuse holder until it protrudes from the rear panel (figure 6-6).  
Fuse  
Figure 6-6 — Fuse replacement  
2.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
Pull the fuse holder clear of the rear panel.  
Remove the fuse from the fuse holder.  
If test equipment is available, you can check the fuse.  
Place a new 5A/250V time delay fuse in the fuse holder.  
Slide the fuse holder into the rear panel until it is flush with the panel.  
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Reꢁoving and Cleaning the Filter  
The filter can be removed for cleaning without powering down the  
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switcher, but do not operate the switcher without filtering longer than  
necessary to clean the filter.  
Remove and clean the air filter as follows:  
1.  
2.  
Open the front door.  
Loosen the four thumbscrews (figure 6-7) and rotate the four filter retaining  
clips out of the way.  
Figure 6-7 — Filter removal  
3.  
4.  
5.  
Lift the filter off the four retaining posts.  
Vacuum dust and debris from the filter.  
Place the filter back on the retaining posts, with the label on the filter facing  
you.  
6.  
7.  
8.  
Rotate the filter retaining clips over the filter.  
Tighten the thumbscrews.  
Close the front door.  
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Upgradeꢀ and Maintenance, cont’d  
Setting the DIP Switcheꢀ  
Swapping the ꢀerial port protocol (RS-232/RS-422)  
If this BME is equipped with a redundant controller, the primary and redundant  
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controllers must be configured for the same communications protocol.  
The Matrix 12800 controller cards are factory configured for RS-232 use. Change  
the RS-232/RS-422 configuration of the controller card as follows:  
1.  
If changing the configuration of an installed card, open and remove the front  
door.  
2.  
If changing the configuration of an installed card, turn the left and right  
knurled knobs on the fan assembly door ¼-turn counterclockwise. Raise the  
door and rest it on the roof of the power distribution enclosure.  
Do not touch the electronic components or the connectors on the power  
distribution plane or on the circuit cards without being electrically  
grounded. Handle circuit cards by their edges only. Electrostatic  
discharge (ESD) can damage ICs, even if you cannot feel, see, or hear it.  
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3.  
Set DIP switch 3, on the rear edge of the controller card (figure 6-8), to the Off  
position for RS-232 or to the On position for RS-422.  
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DIP Switch (3)  
Figure 6-8 — Serial port selection DIP switch  
4.  
If you changed the configuration of a card that is installed, close the fan  
assembly door and turn the left and right knurled knobs ¼-turn clockwise.  
Ensure that you close and secure the fan assembly door when you have  
finished this maintenance procedure. The Matrix 12800 may overheat  
otherwise.  
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If you changed the configuration of a card that is installed, close the front  
door.  
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Changing the ꢀerial port baud rate  
If this BME is equipped with a redundant controller, the primary and redundant  
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controllers must be configured for the same RS-232/RS-422 communications  
baud rate.  
The Matrix 12800 controller cards are factory configured for 9600 baud rate on the  
RS-232/RS-422 port. Change the RS-232/RS-422 baud rate of the controller card as  
follows:  
1.  
2.  
If changing the baud rate of an installed card, open and remove the front door.  
If changing the configuration of an installed card, turn the left and right  
knurled knobs on the fan assembly door ¼-turn counterclockwise. Raise the  
door and rest it on the roof of the power distribution enclosure.  
Do not touch the electronic components or the connectors on the power  
distribution plane or on the circuit cards without being electrically  
grounded. Handle circuit cards by their edges only. ESD can damage  
ICs, even if you cannot feel, see, or hear it.  
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3.  
Set DIP switches 1 and 2, on the rear edge of the controller card (figure 6-9), to  
the positions for the desired baud rate. See the table in figure 6-9 for switch  
positions.  
The controller card is shown removed for clarity, but the card does not need to be  
removed.  
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Figure 6-9 — Serial port selection DIP switch  
4.  
If you changed the configuration of a card that is installed, close the fan  
assembly door and turn the left and right knurled knobs ¼-turn clockwise.  
Ensure that you close and secure the fan assembly door when you have  
finished this maintenance procedure. The Matrix 12800 may overheat  
otherwise.  
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If you changed the baud rate of a card that is installed, close the front door.  
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Upgradeꢀ and Maintenance, cont’d  
Changing the ꢀꢂnc terꢁination  
In a sync BME, the first eight physical inputs on each I/O card are equipped with  
sync termination DIP switches. Each switch provides the option of selecting either  
510 ohms or 75 ohms.  
Change the sync termination of the sync I/O card as follows:  
1.  
If changing the configuration of an installed card, open and remove the front  
door.  
2.  
On the I/O cardcage door, turn the left and right knurled knobs ¼-turn  
counterclockwise. Lower the door.  
Do not touch the electronic components or the connectors on the backplane  
or on the circuit cards without being electrically grounded. Handle circuit  
cards by their edges only. ESD can damage ICs, even if you cannot feel,  
see, or hear it.  
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3.  
Select the correct input card and the sync termination DIP switch specific  
for the input to change (figure 6-10). Rock the DIP to the rear for 75-ohm  
termination (the default setting). Rock the switch to the front for 510-ohm  
termination.  
All input numbers identified in figure 6-10 are physical inputs.  
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Input 2 Input 34 Input 66 Input 98  
Input 3 Input 35 Input 67 Input 99  
Input 4 Input 36 Input 68 Input 100  
Input 5 Input 37 Input 69 Input 101  
Input 6 Input 38 Input 70 Input 102  
Input 7 Input 39 Input 71 Input 103  
Input 8 Input 40 Input 72 Input 104  
Figure 6-10 — Sync termination DIP switch  
4.  
5.  
Raise the I/O cardcage door to vertical and turn the left and right knurled  
knobs ¼-turn clockwise.  
Close the front door.  
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Reꢁoving and Inꢀtalling the Controller Card and  
Replacing the Firꢁware  
Reꢁoving the priꢁarꢂ or redundant controller card  
The controller cards are hot-swappable. If this BME has redundant controller  
cards, either controller card can be removed without powering down the  
switcher. If the BME does not have controller card redundancy, removing the  
controller card shuts down the matrix.  
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Remove the primary or optional redundant controller card as follows:  
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2.  
Open and remove the front door.  
Turn the left and right knurled knobs on the fan assembly door ¼-turn  
counterclockwise. Raise the door and rest it on the roof of the power  
distribution enclosure.  
Do not touch the electronic components or the connectors on the power  
distribution plane or on the circuit cards without being electrically  
grounded. Handle circuit cards by their edges only. ESD can damage  
ICs, even if you cannot feel, see, or hear it.  
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3.  
Grasp the ejector lever on the top of the card to be removed (figure 6-11).  
Pivot the ejector lever out and away from the center of the card to lever the  
card out of the power distribution plane.  
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Ejector Lever  
2 LEDs  
Align controller board  
with plastic guide.  
DIP  
Switches  
Primary Controller  
Board  
Figure 6-11 — Controller card replacement  
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4.  
5.  
6.  
Slide the card out of the cardcage.  
Place the removed card on an anti-static surface or in an anti-static container.  
If a replacement card is not being installed immediately, close the fan  
assembly door and turn the left and right knurled knobs ¼-turn clockwise.  
Ensure that you close and secure the fan assembly door when you have  
finished this maintenance procedure. The Matrix 12800 may overheat  
otherwise.  
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7.  
If a replacement card is not being installed immediately, close the front door.  
Updating the firꢁware  
If your system has primary and redundant controller cards, both cards must  
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have the same firmware revisions installed.  
The ICs that contain the firmware for the matrix switcher also contain the  
memory in which presets and audio levels are saved. When you replace the IC,  
these settings are lost. You may want to record the presets and audio levels  
before you replace the IC.  
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Replace the firmware as follows:  
1.  
If the firmware is being replaced on an installed controller card, remove  
the card, see “Removing the primary or redundant controller card” in this  
chapter, placing the controller card on an anti-static mat.  
2.  
Locate the PROM to be replaced, IC U1, U2, or U6 (figure 6-12).  
Align notches.  
U6  
Align notches.  
U1  
U2  
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For IC U6 — Use a PLCC IC puller to remove the existing firmware IC.  
Squeeze the tool to align its hooks with the slots in opposite corners of socket  
U6. Insert the hooks, squeeze gently, and pull the IC straight out of the socket.  
Set the IC aside.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
For ICs U1 and U2 — Use your fingertips to grasp the edges of the existing  
firmware IC and pull the IC straight out of the socket. Set the IC aside.  
Note the key (notch) of the new firmware IC. Orient the IC to match the key  
on the socket, and carefully press the IC in place.  
If the controller card was removed from a switcher, reinstall the controller  
card, see “Installing the controller card” in this chapter.  
Inꢀtalling the controller card  
The controller cards are hot-swappable. You do not need to power down the  
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switcher to install a controller card.  
1.  
2.  
If necessary, open and remove the front door.  
If necessary, turn the left and right knurled knobs on the fan assembly door  
¼-turn counterclockwise. Raise the door and rest it on the roof of the power  
distribution enclosure.  
Do not touch the electronic components or the connectors on the power  
distribution plane or on the circuit cards without being electrically  
grounded. Handle cards by their edges only. ESD can damage ICs, even  
if you cannot feel, see, or hear it.  
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3.  
4.  
5.  
Orient the card to be installed so that the connector is on top (figure 6-11).  
Pivot the ejector handle out and away from the center of the card.  
Identify the correct location for the card. Align the top and bottom edges of  
the card with the guides. Gently slide the card into the cardcage ensuring that  
the bottom edge slides into the bottom guide. Continue sliding the card into  
the guides until the ejector handle contacts the guide frame.  
6.  
Gently pivot the ejector lever in and down to seat the card in the power  
distribution plane.  
7.  
If the card installed is a replacement, set the DIP switches on the rear edge of  
the card to the same setting as the card that was removed from this location.  
8.  
Close the fan assembly door and turn the left and right knurled knobs ¼-turn  
clockwise.  
Ensure that you close and secure the fan assembly door when you have  
finished this maintenance procedure. The Matrix 12800 may overheat  
otherwise.  
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Close the front door.  
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Reꢁoving and Inꢀtalling the I/O Card and Setting the  
Audio Gain  
The I/O cards are hot-swappable. You do not need to power down the switcher to  
remove an I/O card.  
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Input and output circuit cards (figure 6-13 through figure 6-15) can be replaced for  
fault correction. Audio output cards must be removed if you want to change the  
output audio gain. Beyond those actions, you can increase or decrease the I/O  
configuration (size) of the Matrix 12800 by adding or removing I/O cards and then  
rerunning the Virtualization/Control Program (see chapter 3, “Virtualization/  
Control software”).  
The following table identifies the number of inputs that each input card supports  
and the number of outputs that each output card supports. Use this table to  
determine how the size of the matrix changes with the removal or installation of a  
single card.  
Number of inputs Number of outputs  
BME  
per input card  
per output card  
Sync  
32  
32  
16  
64  
16  
16  
Wideband/video  
Audio  
Green  
Green  
Green  
Green  
Green  
Green  
Red  
Red  
Red  
Red  
Red  
Red  
Front  
Sync cards  
Figure 6-13 — Arrangement of sync I/O cards in the cardcage  
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Green  
Green  
Green  
Green  
Green  
Green  
Green  
Green  
Green  
Green  
Green  
Green  
Red  
Red  
Red  
Red  
Red  
Red  
Red  
Red  
Red  
Red  
Red  
Red  
Front  
Wideband and low resolution video cards  
Figure 6-14 — Arrangement of video I/O cards in the cardcage  
Green  
Red  
Green  
Red  
Green  
Red  
Green  
Red  
Green  
Green  
Red  
Green  
Red  
Green  
Red  
Green  
Red  
Green  
Red  
Green  
Red  
Green  
Red  
Green  
Red  
Green  
Red  
Green  
Red  
Green  
Red  
Red  
Input Cards  
Output Cards  
Green  
Green  
Green  
Green  
Green  
Green  
Green  
Green  
Green  
Green  
Green  
Green  
Green  
Green  
Green  
Green  
Red  
Red  
Red  
Red  
Red  
Red  
Red  
Red  
Red  
Red  
Red  
Red  
Red  
Red  
Red  
Red  
Front  
Audio cards  
Figure 6-15 — Arrangement of audio input and output cards in the  
cardcage  
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Reꢁoving the I/O card  
Remove I/O cards as follows:  
1.  
2.  
Open the front door.  
On the I/O cardcage door, turn the left and right knurled knobs ¼-turn  
counterclockwise. Lower the door.  
Do not touch the electronic components or the connectors on the backplane  
or on the circuit cards without being electrically grounded. Handle circuit  
cards by their edges only. ESD can damage ICs, even if you cannot feel,  
see, or hear it.  
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3.  
Grasp the ejector levers on the card to be removed (figure 6-16). Pivot the  
ejector levers out and away from the center of the card to lever the circuit card  
out of the backplane.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
Slide the card out of the cardcage.  
Place the removed card on an anti-static surface or in an anti-static container.  
If a replacement card is not being installed immediately, raise the I/O  
cardcage door to vertical and turn the left and right knurled knobs ¼-turn  
clockwise.  
7.  
If a replacement card is not being installed immediately, close the front door.  
If this circuit card removal is a permanent change to the size of the matrix, the  
system must be be virtualized again to recognize the change. Virtualize the  
system using the detailed instructions in chapter 3, “Virtualization/Control  
Software”.  
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Ejector Lever  
Video Card  
2 Green LEDs  
2 Red LEDs  
Ejector Lever  
Open I/O card door.  
Figure 6-16 — I/O card replacement  
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Setting the default audio gain  
By default, the audio gain of each output is set to 0 dB (unbalanced) and  
6 dB (balanced). You can reduce this setting by 6 dB (-6 dB [unbalanced],  
0 dB [balanced]). Change the audio gain for one or more outputs as follows:  
Do not touch the electronic components or the connectors on the backplane  
or on the circuit cards without being electrically grounded. Handle circuit  
cards by their edges only. ESD can damage ICs, even if you cannot feel,  
see, or hear it.  
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Remove two cards for a stereo output and one card of a mono output.  
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1.  
Use the table below and figure 6-15 on page 6-17 to identify the cards for the  
output to be set.  
utput  
utput cards (stereo)  
utput card (mono)  
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O
O
- 16  
eft 1, Right 1  
L
eft 2, Right 2  
L
eft 3, Right 3  
L
eft 4, Right 4  
L
eft 5, Right 5  
L
eft 6, Right 6  
L
eft 7, Right 7  
L
eft 8, Right 8  
L
eft 1  
eft 2  
ef 3t  
eft 4  
eft 5  
eft 6  
eft 7  
eft 8  
1
L
L
L
L
L
L
L
L
6 - 32  
3 - 48  
9 - 64  
1
3
4
6
5- 80  
1 - 96  
8
7 - 112  
9
13 - 128  
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Do not touch the electronic components or the connectors on the backplane  
or on the circuit cards without being electrically grounded. Handle circuit  
cards by their edges only. ESD can damage ICs, even if you cannot feel,  
see, or hear it.  
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The audio output cards are the longer cards in the bottom row, inside the I/O  
cardcage door of an audio BME.  
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2.  
Remove the audio output cards from the card. See “Removing the I/O card“,  
on the previous page. Place the removed card on an anti-static surface with  
the jumpers facing up.  
The audio cards are shipped without jumpers. Jumpers are available using  
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Extron part # 10-076-10.  
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3.  
Locate the jumper block that corresponds to the output to be set (figure 6-17).  
JMP1 sets the gain for the first audio output associated with that card, JPM2  
for the second audio output, and so on.  
Figure 6-17 — Audio output card jumpers  
4.  
Install a jumper across the block to set the -6 dB (unbalanced), 0 dB (balanced)  
gain level.  
Remove the jumper to set the 0 dB (unbalanced), 6 dB (balanced) level  
(default).  
5.  
Reinstall the audio card. See “Installing the I/O card“, below.  
Inꢀtalling the I/O card  
The I/O cards are hot-swappable. You do not need to power down the switcher to  
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install an I/O card.  
Install I/O cards as follows:  
1.  
2.  
If necessary, open the front door.  
If necessary, turn the left and right knurled knobs on the I/O cardcage door  
¼-turn counterclockwise. Lower the door.  
Do not touch the electronic components or the connectors on the backplane  
or on the circuit cards without being electrically grounded. Handle circuit  
cards by their edges only. ESD can damage ICs, even if you cannot feel,  
see, or hear it.  
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3.  
4.  
Orient the card to be installed so that the LEDs on the card are to your left  
(figure 6-13 through figure 6-15).  
Identify the correct location for the card. Align the card with the top and  
bottom cardcage guides. Gently slide the card into the cardcage until the card  
meets resistance.  
5.  
6.  
Hook the outer edge of the ejector levers behind the leading edge of the  
cardcage enclosure frame and gently pivot the ejector levers in and toward the  
center of the card to seat the card in the backplane.  
If the card installed is a replacement for a sync input card, set the sync  
termination DIP switches on the rear edge of the card to the same setting as  
the card that was removed from this location.  
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7.  
Close the I/O cardcage door and turn the left and right knurled knobs ¼-turn  
clockwise.  
8.  
Close the front door.  
If this circuit card installation is a permanent change to the size of the matrix,  
the system must be virtualized to recognize the change. Virtualize the system  
using the detailed instructions in chapter 3, “Virtualization/Control Software”.  
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Troubleꢀhooting  
Matrix 12800 BME status information, available in the Virtualization/Control  
program, as a Web page, or viewable on the FPC 5000, show the operational  
status of each of the circuit cards, the power supplies, and the cooling fans in the  
Matrix 12800. To access the BME status via the Virtualization/Control program,  
click Tools > Hardware Status. Access the BME status via an HTML page by  
clicking a specific BME on the System Status page.  
If a component fails, the indication turns red. On an HTML page, the airflow  
indication is expressed as a percentage of the maximum airflow.  
Power ꢀupplieꢀ  
If this BME does not have redundant power supplies, the switcher may or may  
not shut down for an out of tolerance voltage.  
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The power supply modules are hot-swappable. If this BME has redundant power  
supplies A and B, each power supply can be removed without powering down the  
switcher. If the BME does not have power supply redundancy, removing either  
primary power supply shuts down the matrix.  
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LED Indicators  
Top LED Bottom LED Status  
On  
Off  
On  
Off  
On  
On  
Off  
Off  
Normal operation / In tolerance  
Failed / Out of tolerance  
Failed / Out of tolerance  
Failed / Out of tolerance  
Symptoms and Solutions  
Symptom  
Cause  
Suggested solutions  
One of the power  
supply LEDs is not lit.  
One of the power  
supply voltages is out  
of tolerance.  
1. Remove and reseat the power supply.  
The status page  
indicates that one or  
more power supplies  
has failed.  
2. Swap this power supply with another  
power supply from the BME.  
3. Replace the power supply.  
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Controller cardꢀ  
The controller cards have a green LED and a red LED that are visible through holes  
in the I/O cardcage door. In a BME with a redundant controller, the green LED on  
the active controller flashes to indicate that it is primary. In a BME with only one  
controller card, or if you pull one of the hot-swappable controller cards, both LEDs  
flash to indicate that the card is the primary controller.  
The controller cards are hot-swappable. If this BME has both primary and  
redundant controller cards, either controller card can be removed without  
powering down the switcher. If the BME does not have both primary and  
redundant controller cards, removing the controller card shuts down the matrix.  
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LED Indicators  
Controller card  
Green LED Red LED Status  
Primary  
Redundant  
Flashing  
On  
Off  
Off  
Normal operation / Card is active  
Normal operation / Primary card is active  
Primary  
Redundant  
On  
Flashing  
Off  
Off  
Normal operation / Secondary card is active  
Normal operation / Card is active  
Primary  
Redundant  
Flashing*  
Off  
Flashing* Primary card is active and operational  
Off  
Redundant card is failed or missing  
Primary  
Redundant  
Off  
Flashing*  
Off  
Primary card is failed or missing  
Flashing* Redundant card is active and operational  
Symptoms and Solutions  
Symptom  
Cause  
Suggested solutions  
The Matrix 12800  
switcher has stopped.  
The controller board 1. Remove and reseat the controller card.  
has failed.  
The status page  
indicates that one or  
more controller  
2. Replace the controller card.*  
card(s) has failed.  
* Both LEDs on the active controller continue to blink for a few minutes after a controller  
card is replaced or reseated before returning to the normal operating status shown above.  
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Input/output cardꢀ  
The input and output cards have green LEDs and red LEDs that are visible through  
holes in the I/O cardcage door. The green LEDs indicate normal operation. A lit  
red LED indicates that the card has had a failure.  
The I/O cards are hot-swappable. You do not need to power down the switcher to  
remove an I/O card.  
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LED Indicators  
Green LED Green LED Red LED Red LED Status  
(top)  
(bottom)  
On  
Off  
Off  
Off  
On  
Off  
Off  
Off  
Off  
On  
Off  
On  
Off  
On  
On  
Off  
Normal operation  
Card has failed  
Card seated incorrectly  
Card seated incorrectly  
Symptoms and Solutions  
Symptom Cause  
One or more inputs or The input or output  
Suggested solutions  
1. Remove and reseat the failed card.  
outputs does not  
function properly.  
board has failed.  
A red LED is lit on the  
suspect card.  
2. Replace the failed card.  
The status page  
indicates that one or  
more input or output  
card(s) has failed.  
Cooling  
Symptom  
Cause  
Suggested solutions  
The status page  
indicates reduced  
airflow.  
There is an airflow  
restriction or one or  
more of the fans is not  
moving as much air as  
expected.  
1. Clean the front panel air filter.  
2. Replace the primary and redundant fan pair  
assemblies. Selectively reinstall the suspect  
assemblies to determine which has failed.  
The status page  
One of the fans in the  
fan pair has failed.  
1. Replace the failed fan pair assembly.  
indicates that the  
primary or redundant  
fan pair has failed.  
Coꢁꢁunication with the FPC 5000  
Symptom  
Cause  
Suggested solutions  
The matrix switcher  
and the FPC 5000  
cannot communicate.  
There is a  
1. Check that the FPC 5000 has the correct IP  
address for the Matrix 12800.  
disagreement in the IP  
protocol settings  
between the matrix  
switcher and the FPC.  
2. Check that the FPC 5000 has the correct  
subnet mask value.  
3. Check all cable and network hardware.  
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Ethernet Connection  
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Ethernet Link  
The rear panel Ethernet connector on the switcher can be  
connected to an Ethernet LAN or WAN. This connection  
makes SIS control of the switcher possible using a computer  
connected to the same LAN.  
Ethernet connection  
The Ethernet cable can be terminated as a straight-through cable or a crossover  
cable and must be properly terminated for your application (figure A-1).  
•
Crossover cable — Direct connection between the computer and  
the switcher.  
•
Patch (straight-through) cable — Connection of the switcher to an Ethernet  
LAN.  
Crossover Cable  
End 1  
Straight-through Cable  
Pins:  
12345678  
End 2  
Wire color  
End 1  
End 2  
Wire color  
Pin  
Wire color  
Pin  
Wire color  
1
White-green  
White-orange  
1
White-orange  
White-orange  
2
3
4
5
Green  
Orange  
2
3
4
5
Orange  
Orange  
White-orange  
Blue  
White-green  
Blue  
White-green  
Blue  
White-green  
Blue  
White-blue  
White-blue  
White-blue  
White-blue  
6
7
8
Orange  
Green  
6
7
8
Green  
Green  
White-brown  
Brown  
White-brown  
Brown  
White-brown  
Brown  
White-brown  
Brown  
Insert Twisted  
Pair Wires  
T568A  
T568B  
T568B  
T568B  
A cable that is wired as T568A at one end  
and T568B at the other (Tx and Rx pairs  
reversed) is a "crossover" cable.  
A cable that is wired the same at both ends is  
called a "straight-through" cable, because  
no pin/pair assignments are swapped.  
RJ-45  
Connector  
Figure A-1 — RJ-45 connector pinout tables  
Default addreꢀꢀ  
To access the switcher via the LAN port, you need the IP address of switcher. If the  
address has been changed to an address comprised of words and characters, you  
can determine the actual numeric IP address using the Ping utility. If the address  
has not been changed, the factory-specified default is 192.168.254.254.  
Ping can also be used to test the Ethernet link to the switcher.  
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Pinging to deterꢁine Matrix IP Addreꢀꢀ  
The Microsoft® Ping utility is available at the DOS prompt. Ping tests the Ethernet  
interface between the computer and the switcher. Ping can also be used to  
determine the actual numeric IP address from an alias and to determine the web  
address.  
Ping the switcher as follows:  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
On the Windows task bar, click on Start > Run.  
At the Open prompt, type command.  
Click the OK button.  
At the DOS prompt, type ping {IP address} and then press [Enter]. The  
computer returns a display similar to figure A-2.  
The line Pinging ... reports the actual numeric IP address, regardless of  
whether you entered the actual numeric IP address or an alias name.  
C:\>ping 192.168.254.254  
Pinging 192.168.254.254 with 32 bytes of data:  
Reply from 192.168.254.254: bytes=32 time<10ms TTL=128  
Reply from 192.168.254.254: bytes=32 time<10ms TTL=128  
Reply from 192.168.254.254: bytes=32 time<10ms TTL=128  
Reply from 192.168.254.254: bytes=32 time<10ms TTL=128  
Ping statistics for 192.168.254.254:  
Packets: Sent = 4, Received = 4, Lost = 0 (0% loss),  
Approximate round trip times in milli-seconds:  
Minimum = 0ms, Maximum = 0ms, Average = 0ms  
Figure A-2 — Ping response  
Pinging to deterꢁine Web IP addreꢀꢀ  
The Ping utility has a modifier, -a, that directs the command to return the Web  
address rather than the numeric IP address.  
At the DOS prompt, type ping -a {IP address} and then press [Enter]. The return  
display of the computer is similar to the Ping response shown in figure A-2, except  
that when you specify the -a modifier, the line Pinging mail... reports the web IP  
address rather than the numeric IP address, regardless of whether you entered the  
actual numeric IP address or an alias name.  
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Ethernet Connection, cont’d  
Connecting aꢀ a Telnet client  
The Microsoft Telnet utility is available from the DOS prompt. Telnet allows you to  
input SIS commands to the switcher from the PC via the Ethernet link and the LAN.  
Access the DOS prompt and start Telnet as follows:  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
On the Windows task bar, click on Start > Run.  
At the Open prompt, type command.  
Click the OK button.  
At the DOS prompt, type telnet and then press [Enter]. The computer returns  
a display similar to figure A-3.  
Microsoft (R) windows 2000 (TM) Version 5.0 (Build 2195)  
Welcome to Microsoft Telnet Client  
Telnet Client Build 5.00.99203.1  
Escape Character is 'CTRL+]'  
Microsoft Telnet>  
Figure A-3 — Telnet screen  
Telnet tips  
It is not the intention of this manual to detail all of the operations and functionality  
of Telnet; however, some basic level of understanding is necessary for operating the  
switcher via Telnet.  
Open  
Connect to the switcher using the Open command. Once you are connected to the  
switcher, you can enter the SIS commands the same as you would if you were using  
the RS-232 link.  
Connect to the switcher as follows:  
1.  
At the Telnet prompt, type open {IP address} and then press [Enter].  
If the switcher is not password protected, no further prompts are displayed  
until you break or disconnect the connection to the switcher.  
If the switcher is password protected, Telnet displays the password prompt.  
If necessary, at the password prompt, type {password} and then press [Enter].  
2.  
Connection to the switcher via the Ethernet can be password protected. There  
are two levels of password protection: administrator and user. A person  
logged on as an administrator has full access to all switching capabilities and  
editing functions. Users can select video, audio, or both for output, select test  
patterns, set audio or RS-232 mutes, select a blue screen, and view all settings  
with the exception of passwords. By default, the switcher ships with both  
passwords set to {carriage return}.  
Once you are logged in, the switcher returns either Login Administrator or  
Login User. No further prompts are displayed until you break or disconnect  
the connection to the switcher.  
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Escape character and Esc key  
When Telnet is first started, the utility advises that the Escape character is ‘Ctrl+]’.  
E
Many SIS commands include the keyboard  
key. Consequently, some confusion  
may exist between the Escape character and the Escape key.  
]
Ctrl  
The Telnet Escape character is a key combination, the  
key and the  
key  
pressed simultaneously, that returns you to the Telnet prompt while leaving the  
connection to the switcher intact.  
E
The Escape key is the  
key on the computer keyboard.  
Local echo  
Once connected to the switcher, by default, Telnet does not display your keystrokes  
on the screen. SIS commands are typed in blindly and only the SIS responses are  
displayed on the screen. To command Telnet to show keystrokes, at the Telnet  
prompt, type set local_echo and then press [Enter] before you open the connection  
to the switcher.  
With local echo turned on, keystrokes and the responses of the switcher are  
displayed on the same line. For example: 1*1!In1 Out1 All, where 1*1! is the SIS  
command and In1 Out1 All is the response.  
With local echo turned on, all keystrokes are displayed, even those that should be  
masked, such as the password entry. For example, when entering a password with  
local echo turned on, you see a display such as a*d*m*i*n*, where admin is the  
keyed in password and ***** is the masked response.  
You can turn off local echo by typing unset local_echo and then pressing [Enter]  
at the Telnet prompt. If you are connected to the switcher and need to access the  
]
Ctrl  
Telnet prompt to turn local echo off, type the Escape character (  
+
).  
Set carriage return-line feed  
Unless commanded otherwise, Telnet transmits a line feed character only (no  
Enter  
carriage return) to the connected switcher when you press the  
key. This is  
the correct setting for SIS communication with the switcher. The Telnet set crlf  
command forces Telnet to transmit carriage return and line feed characters when  
Enter  
is pressed, but if crlf is set, the SIS link with the switcher does not function  
properly.  
Close  
To close the link to the switcher, access the Telnet prompt by typing the Escape  
]
Ctrl  
character (  
+
). At the Telnet prompt, type close and then press [Enter].  
Help  
For Telnet command definitions, at the Telnet prompt, type ? and then press [Enter].  
Quit  
Exit the Telnet utility by typing quit and then pressing [Enter] at the Telnet prompt.  
If you are connected to the switcher, access the Telnet prompt by typing the Escape  
]
Ctrl  
character (  
+
).  
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Subnetting — A Priꢁer  
It is not the purpose of this manual to describe TCP/IP protocol in detail. However,  
some understanding of TCP/IP subnetting (a subnet is a subset of a network — a  
set of IP devices that have portions of their IP addresses in common) is necessary in  
order to understand the interaction of the switcher and the mail server gateway. To  
understand subnetting at the level required to install and operate the switcher, you  
must understand the concepts of a gateway, local and remote devices, IP addresses  
and octets, and subnet masks and octets.  
Gatewaꢂꢀ  
The switcher can communicate with the e-mail server that the switcher uses for  
e-mail notification directly (if they are on the same subnet) or the communication  
can be routed via a gateway (a computer that provides a link between different  
subnets).  
Local and reꢁote deviceꢀ  
The local and remote devices are defined from the point of view of the  
function being described. In this manual, subnetting is an issue when  
you are using the controlling PC to set TCP/IP values in the switcher  
(see “Ethernet protocol settings” in chapter 3, “Virtualization/Control Software”,  
and “System Configuration page” in chapter 5, “Web Operations”).  
IP addreꢀꢀeꢀ and octetꢀ  
Valid IP addresses consist of four 1-, 2-, or 3-digit numeric subfields, properly called  
octets, separated by dots (periods) (figure A-4). Each octet can be numbered from  
000 through 255. Leading zeroes, up to three digits total per octet, are optional.  
Values of 256 and above are invalid.  
Typical IP Address: 192.168.254.254  
Octets  
Figure A-4 — IP address and octets  
Subnet ꢁaꢀkꢀ and octetꢀ  
The subnet mask (figure A-5) is used to determine whether the local and remote  
devices are on the same subnet or different subnets. The subnet mask consists  
of four numeric octets separated by dots. Each octet can be numbered from  
000 through 255. Leading zeroes, up to three digits total per octet, are optional.  
Each octet typically contains either 255 or 0. The octets determine whether or not  
the same octets of two IP addresses are compared when determining if two devices  
are on the same subnet.  
255 indicates that this octet will be  
0 indicates that this octet will not be  
compared between two IP addresses.  
compared between two IP addresses.  
Typical Subnet Mask: 255.255.0.0  
Octets  
Figure A-5 — Subnet mask and octets  
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Deterꢁining whether deviceꢀ are on the ꢀaꢁe ꢀubnet  
To determine the subnet, the IP address of the local device is compared to the IP  
address of the remote device (figure A-6). Each octets of each address are compared  
or not compared, depending on the value in the related subnet mask octet.  
•
If a subnet mask octet contains the value 255, the related octets of the IP  
address of the local and remote devices addresses are unmasked.  
Unmasked octets are compared (indicated by ? in figure A-6).  
•
If the subnet mask octet contains the value 0, the related octets of the IP  
addresses of the local and remote devices are masked.  
Masked octets are not compared (indicated by X in figure A-6).  
If the unmasked octets of the two IP addresses match (indicated by = in figure A-6)  
(example 1), the two addresses are on the same subnet.  
If the two unmasked fields do not match (indicated by ≠ in figure A-6) (example 2  
and example 3), the addresses are not on the same subnet.  
Example 1  
Local IP Address: 192.168.254.254  
Example 2  
192.168.254.254  
Example 3  
192.168.254.254  
Subnet Mask: 255.255.0.0 (?.?.X.X) 255.255.0.0 (?.?.X.X) 255.255.0.0 (?.?.X.X)  
Remote IP Address: 192.168.2.25  
190.190.2.25  
≠.≠.X.X — No match =.≠.X.X — No match  
(Different subnet) (Different subnet)  
192.190.2.25  
Match?: =.=.X.X — Match  
(Same subnet)  
Figure A-6 — Comparing the IP addresses  
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B
Reference Inforꢁation  
Specifications  
Part Numbers and Accessories  
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Specificationꢀ  
Video— wideband/video BMEꢀ  
Routing ........................................... 32 x 16 or larger matrix up to 128 x 128, depending on the configuration  
Gain................................................. Unity  
Bandwidth  
Wideband models ............. 375 MHz (-3 dB), fully loaded  
0 - 10 MHz.................. No more than +0.1 dB to -0.1 dB  
0 - 130 MHz................ No more than +4 dB to -.25 dB  
Video models ..................... 150 MHz (-3 dB), fully loaded  
0 - 10 MHz.................. No more than +0.1 dB to -0.1 dB  
0 - 130 MHz................ No more than +0.5 dB to -0.5 dB  
Phase between I/Os...................... <1.28° at 3.58 MHz  
Differential phase error ................ 0.1%, 3.58 to 4.43 MHz  
Differential gain error................... 0.1°, 3.58 to 4.43 MHz  
Max. propagation of delay........... 5 ns typical ( 1 ns)  
Crosstalk......................................... -80 dB @ 1 MHz, -62 dB @ 10 MHz, -52 dB @ 30 MHz  
Switching speed ............................ 200 ns (max.)  
Video input— wideband/video BMEꢀ  
Number/signal type  
Wideband models ............. Up to 128 (varies with configuration) RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB, RsGsBs,  
component video, S-video, composite video  
Video models ..................... Up to 128 (usable quantity varies with configuration) component video,  
S-video, composite video  
Connectors ..................................... 128 female BNC (usable quantity varies with model)  
Nominal levels............................... 1 Vp-p for Y of component video and S-video, and for composite video  
0.7 Vp-p for RGB and for R-Y and B-Y of component video  
0.3 Vp-p for C of S-video  
Minimum/maximum levels........ Analog: 0.5 V to 1.5 Vp-p with no offset  
Impedance...................................... 75 ohms  
Return loss...................................... <-30 dB @ 5 MHz  
Video output— wideband/video BMEꢀ  
Number/signal type..................... Up to 128 (varies with configuration) RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB, RsGsBs,  
component video, S-video, composite video  
Connectors ..................................... 128 female BNC (usable quantity varies with model)  
Nominal levels............................... 1 Vp-p for Y of component video and S-video, and for composite video  
0.7 Vp-p for RGB and for R-Y and B-Y of component video  
0.3 Vp-p for C of S-video  
Maximum level.............................. 2 Vp-p  
Impedance...................................... 75 ohms  
Return loss...................................... -25 dB to input section @ up to 50 MHz  
DC offset......................................... 10 mV typical with input at 0 offset  
Switching type............................... Triple-Action™  
Slew rate ......................................... >200 V/ms  
Sꢂnc— ꢀꢂnc BME  
Input and output types ................ Software configurable for RGBHV or RGBS  
Sync connectors............................. Up to 128 female BNC (usable quantity varies with configuration)  
Input level ...................................... 0.5 V to 5 Vp-p (4 Vp-p nominal)  
Output level................................... 5 Vp-p  
Gain................................................. AGC to TTL: 4.0 V to 5.0 Vp-p  
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Input impedance ........................... Inputs 1 - 32: 510 ohms or 75 ohms, switchable  
Inputs 33 - 128: 510 ohms  
Output impedance........................ 75 ohms  
Horizontal frequency.................... 15 kHz to 150 kHz  
Vertical frequency.......................... 30 Hz to 150 Hz  
Polarity............................................ Positive or negative (follows input)  
Audio— audio BME  
Routing ........................................... 16 x 16 up to 128 x 128 mono or stereo matrix (in increments of 16),  
balanced/unbalanced  
Gain (selectable per output) ........ Unbalanced output: 0dB (as shipped), or -6 dB (jumper-selectable)  
Balanced output: +6 dB (as shipped), or 0 dB (jumper-selectable)  
Frequency response ...................... 20 Hz to 20 kHz, 0.05 dB  
THD + Noise.................................. 0.03% @ 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +15 dBu input, +21 dBu output  
S/N.................................................. >85 dB, balanced, at rated maximum output  
Crosstalk......................................... <-70 dB @ 20 Hz to 20 kHz fully loaded  
Stereo channel separation ............ >70 dB @ 20 Hz to 20 kHz  
CMRR.............................................. >+75 dB, 20 Hz to 20 kHz  
Audio input— audio BME  
Number/signal type..................... 16 to 128 (in increments of 16) mono or stereo, balanced/unbalanced  
Connectors ..................................... (16 to 128) 3.5 mm captive screw connectors, 5 pole  
Impedance...................................... >10k ohms unbalanced/balanced, DC coupled  
Nominal level ................................ +4 dBu (1.23V), 0 dBu (0.775 V), -10 dBV (316 mV), -20 dBV (100 mV)  
Maximum level.............................. +21.5 dBu, (balanced or unbalanced) at 1%THD+N  
Input gain adjustment .................. -24 dB to +9 dB, adjustable per input via RS-232 control or front panel  
0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms, 0 dBV = 1 Vrms, 0 dBV ≈ 2 dBu  
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Audio output— audio BME  
Number/signal type..................... 16 up to 128 (in increments of 16) mono or stereo, balanced/unbalanced  
Connectors ..................................... (16 to 128) 3.5 mm captive screw connectors, 5 pole (quantity varies with  
configuration)  
Impedance...................................... 50 ohms unbalanced, 100 ohms balanced  
Gain error ....................................... 0.1 dB channel to channel  
Maximum level (Hi-Z) ................. >+26.0 dBu, balanced at 1%THD+N  
Maximum level (600 ohm)........... >+24.0 dBm, balanced at 1%THD+N  
Control/reꢁote — ꢀwitcher  
Serial control port.......................... RS-232 or RS-422, female 9-pin D connector  
Baud rate and protocol................. 9600 baud, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity  
Serial control pin configurations. 2 = TX, 3 = RX, 5 = GND  
Ethernet control port..................... 1 female RJ-45 connector  
Ethernet data rate.......................... 10/100Base-T, half/full duplex with autodetect  
Ethernet protocol........................... ARP, ICMP (ping), IP, TCP, HTTP, SMTP, Telnet  
System intercommunications ...... 2 RJ-45 connectors  
Remote key pad control ............... (2) 5 mm, 5-pole captive screw connectors  
Program control............................. Extron control/configuration program for Windows®  
Extron Simple Instruction Set (SIS™)  
Microsoft® Internet Explorer®, Netscape® Navigator®, Telnet  
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General  
Power*............................................. 2 (positive-negative), 100 VAC to 240 VAC, 50-60 Hz; internal  
Matrix 12800 wideband: 150 watts at 115 VAC, 60 Hz  
Matrix 12800 sync: 100 watts at 115 VAC, 60 Hz  
Matrix 12800 audio: 300 watts at 115 VAC, 60 Hz  
*A redundant power supply is available.  
Temperature/humidity................ Storage: -40 to +158 °F (-40 to +70 °C) / 10% to 90%, noncondensing  
Operating: +32 to +122 °F (0 to +50 °C) / 10% to 90%, noncondensing  
Cooling ........................................... Fan, air flows from front to sides  
Mounting  
Rack mount........................ Yes  
Enclosure type ............................... Metal  
Enclosure dimensions................... 17.5” H x 17.0” W x 16.0” D (10U high, full rack wide)  
44.4 cm H x 43.2 cm W x 40.6 cm D  
(Depth excludes connectors. Width excludes rack ears.)  
Product weight  
Matrix 12800 wideband.... 57.4 lbs (26.0 kg)  
Matrix 12800 sync.............. 54.0 lbs (24.5 kg)  
Matrix 12800 audio ........... 43.9 lbs (19.9 kg)  
Shipping weight  
Matrix 12800 wideband.... 76.7 lbs (35 kg)  
Matrix 12800 sync.............. 73.3 lbs (34 kg)  
Matrix 12800 audio ........... 66 lbs (30 kg)  
DIM weight, international ........... 77 lbs (35 kg)  
Vibration......................................... ISTA 1A in carton (International Safe Transit Association)  
Regulatory compliance  
Safety................................... CE, c-UL, UL  
EMI/EMC .......................... CE, C-tick, FCC Class A, ICES, VCCI  
MTBF............................................... 30,000 hours  
Warranty......................................... 3 years parts and labor  
All nominal levels are at ±10%.  
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Specifications are subject to change without notice.  
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Part Nuꢁberꢀ and Acceꢀꢀorieꢀ  
Matrix 12800 BMEꢀ  
Call the Extron S3 Sales & Technical Support Hotline for part numbers. See the rear  
cover of this manual for the phone number in your region of the world.  
Optional accessories  
These items can be ordered separately:  
Controllerꢀ, connectorꢀ, and adapterꢀ  
FPC 5000 Front Panel Controller  
MKP 1200 Remote Keypad  
Part nuꢁber  
60-503-01  
60-528-01  
MKP 1000 Remote Keypad  
Black  
60-239-02  
60-239-03  
60-239-52  
60-239-53  
60-298-01  
60-298-02  
60-682-02  
60-708-02  
100-457-01  
White  
WT (water-tight) (black)  
WT (white)  
MCP 1000M Matrix Control Panel  
MCP 1000S Secondary  
MKP 2000 Matrix Switcher X-Y Remote Control Panel (black)  
MKP 3000 X-Y Remote Control Panel with LCD Display (black)  
3.5 mm captive screw connectors, qty. 10  
100-229-01, -03,  
-04  
RCAF-BNCM RCA-to-BNC adapter, qty. 10, 50, 100  
SVHSM-BNCF 8" S-video-to-BNC adapter, qty. 10  
26-353-01  
10-076-10  
Pin programming jumper, qty. 1  
Cables  
When using signals with a scanning frequency of 15-125 kHz and running distances  
of 100 feet (30 m) or more, use high resolution BNC cables to achieve maximum  
performance.  
Bulk cable and terꢁination toolꢀ  
RG6 ꢀuper high reꢀolution cable  
Part nuꢁber  
22-098-02  
RG6/500 non-plenum 1-conductor, 500' (150 m)  
RG6/1000 non-plenum 1-conductor, 1000' (300 m)  
RG6P/500 plenum 1-conductor, 500' (150 m)  
RG6P/1000 plenum 1-conductor, 1000' (300 m)  
22-098-03  
22-164-02  
22-164-03  
MHR ꢁini high reꢀolution cable  
Part nuꢁber  
22-024-03  
MHRVGA/1000 non-plenum 5-conductor, 1000' (300 m)  
MHR-2/500 non-plenum 2-conductor, 500' (150 m)  
MHR-2P/500 plenum 2-conductor, 500' (150 m)  
22-123-03  
22-129-03  
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Terꢁination toolꢀ and connectorꢀ  
Part nuꢁber  
100-241-02  
100-339-01  
100-335-01  
100-181-01  
100-188-01  
100-186-01  
100-212-01  
CTU 300 universal crimp tool  
BNC Male RG6 Crimp Connectors (qty. 100)  
BNC Male MHR Cable Crimp Connectors (qty. 100)  
CTU 100 universal compression tool (BNC, F, RCA)  
BNC Male RG6 Compression Connectors - Nickel/50 (qty. 50)  
BNC Male MHR Compression Connectors - Nickel/50 (qty. 50)  
BNC Male RG59P Compression Connectors - Nickel/50 (qty. 50)  
Terꢁinated cable aꢀꢀeꢁblieꢀ  
S-video cableꢀ  
Part nuꢁber  
26-316-nn  
MHR-2 SVM-M, 6' to 100' (1.8 m to 30.4 m)  
MHR-2P SVM-M, Plenum, 6' to 100' (0.9 m to 30.4 m))  
26-522-nn  
Coꢁpoꢀite video ꢁale-to-ꢁale cableꢀ  
RG6 BNC, 3' to 100' (0.9 m to 30.4 m)  
26-383-nn  
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Extron Warranty  
Extron Electronics warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three years  
from the date of purchase. In the event of malfunction during the warranty period attributable directly to faulty  
workmanship and/or materials, Extron Electronics will, at its option, repair or replace said products or components,  
to whatever extent it shall deem necessary to restore said product to proper operating condition, provided that it is  
returned within the warranty period, with proof of purchase and description of malfunction to:  
USA, Canada, South America,  
Japan:  
and Central America:  
Extron Electronics  
1001 East Ball Road  
Anaheim, CA 92805  
U.S.A.  
Extron Electronics, Japan  
Kyodo Building, 16 Ichibancho  
Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-0082  
Japan  
Europe, Africa, and the Middle  
East:  
Extron Europe  
Hanzeboulevard 10  
3825 PH Amersfoort  
The Netherlands  
China:  
Extron China  
686 Ronghua Road  
Songjiang District  
Shanghai 201611  
China  
Asia:  
Extron Asia  
Middle East:  
Extron Middle East  
135 Joo Seng Road, #04-01  
PM Industrial Bldg.  
Singapore 368363  
Singapore  
Dubai Airport Free Zone  
F12, PO Box 293666  
United Arab Emirates, Dubai  
This Limited Warranty does not apply if the fault has been caused by misuse, improper handling care, electrical or  
mechanical abuse, abnormal operating conditions, or if modifications were made to the product that were not  
authorized by Extron.  
NOTE: If a product is defective, please call Extron and ask for an Application Engineer to receive an RA (Return  
Authorization) number. This will begin the repair process.  
USA: (714) 491-1500  
Asia: +65.6383.4400  
Europe: +31.33.453.4040  
Japan: +81.3.3511.7655  
Units must be returned insured, with shipping charges prepaid. If not insured, you assume the risk of loss or damage  
during shipment. Returned units must include the serial number and a description of the problem, as well as the  
name of the person to contact in case there are any questions.  
Extron Electronics makes no further warranties either expressed or implied with respect to the product and its quality,  
performance, merchantability, or fitness for any particular use. In no event will Extron Electronics be liable for direct,  
indirect, or consequential damages resulting from any defect in this product even if Extron Electronics has been  
advised of such damage.  
Please note that laws vary from state to state and country to country, and that some provisions of this warranty may  
not apply to you.  
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FAX:  
+971.4.2991880  
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+800.633.9876  
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Inside USA/Canada  
Only  
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FAX:  
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