AMX CAT-5 RGBHV RX User manual

Quick Start Guide
AutoPatch CatPro RGBHV+Stereo Modules
Overview
CatPro RGBHV+Stereo Transmitter (TX) and Receiver (RX) Modules work together or
work in conjunction with CatPro RGBHV+Stereo boards on an AMX AutoPatch
Distribution Matrix. This guide contains complete information for stand-alone use.
For use with a distribution matrix, see the distribution matrix’s instruction manual on
the AMX AutoPatch CD or visit www.amx.com.
Specifications
*When used with an AutoPatch Distribution Matrix, overall cable length cannot exceed 1,000 ft. (305 m).
Module Installation
Note: The modules shown have audio connectors. They are also available without audio.
Important: Always use a UL approved power source. Check the power source’s
documentation for information specific to that power source.
To attach source device connectors & power to the TX Module:
1. Insert the audio mini-jack (3.5 mm) and the HD-15 connector into the Audio In
and the Video In connectors.
2. Insert the RJ-45 connector into the UTP/STP Out receptacle.
3. Plug the power cord* into the power jack and into the power source.
4. Optional – To use the Local Out option, insert the audio mini-jack and the HD-15
connector into the Local Out connectors.
* If you use the (optional) AutoPatch wall transformer, the side of the wire with the
white stripe is positive and the other side is ground.
To attach destination device connectors & power to the RX Module:
1. Insert the HD-15 connector and wire the audio connector (unbalanced).
2. Insert the RJ-45 connector into the UTP/STP In receptacle.
3. Plug the power cord* into the power jack and into the power source.
4. If the destination display needs adjusting, see the “Adjusting the Picture” topic.
TX & RX HD-15 Pinouts
HD-15 connectors on TX and RX Modules use the pinouts in FIG. 3.
Note: 55 mA supplied on output pin 9; power draw not to exceed 50 mA per port.
System Setup
A typical setup using CatPro RGBHV+Stereo TX and RX Modules is illustrated in
FIG. 4. The signals are sent to a monitor with speakers at a distance, as well as to a
local monitor with speakers.
General Specifications – TX (FG1010-45) & RX (FG1010-48)
Approvals CE, UL, cUL
Signal Types RGBHV & stereo audio, unbalanced
Maximum Resolution 1600x1200 (4:3) and 1920x1080p (16:9) @ 60 Hz up to 1000 ft.
(305 m)*
Supported Cable Types CAT-5, CAT-5e, CAT-6, CAT-6e, STP (skew-free STP not recommended)
Power Consumption
(max.) & Connector
12 V to 24 V DC @ 6 Watts
2.1 mm DC power jack
Humidity 0 to 90% non-condensing
Operational Temperature 32° to 110° F (0° to 43° C)
Dimensions 5.22 in. (13.26 cm) depth
5.82 in. (14.78 cm) width
1.42 in. (3.61 cm) height w/out feet
Weight Approximately 1.5 lb. (0.68 kg)
Specifications – TX (FG1010-45)
RGB In
Signal Level Range:
Impedance:
Return Loss:
+0.75 V to -0.3 V (terminated)
75 ohms
<-35 dB @ 5 MHz
RGB Local Out
Signal Level Range:
Impedance:
SNR:
+0.75 V to -0.3 V (terminated)
75 ohms
>65 dB.
Sync In
Impedance:
Polarity:
510 ohms
Active high or low
Sync Local Out
Signal Level:
Polarity:
Low = 0 V, High = +5 V (unterminated)
Active high or low (follows input polarity)
Audio In
Signal Levels (max.):
Impedance:
+8 dBu
2 kohms
Audio Local Out
Signal Levels (max.):
Frequency Response:
THD+N:
SNR:
Impedance:
+8 dBu (unity gain)
<+/-0.35 dB, 20 Hz to 20 kHz
<0.04%, 1 kHz, -10 dBu to +4 dBu
>105 dB, 20 Hz to 20 kHz, Vin = +4 dBu
<5 ohms
Connectors
RGBHV In:
RGBHV Local Out:
Stereo Audio In:
Stereo Audio Local Out:
RGBHV+Stereo Out:
1 Female HD-15
1 Female HD-15
1 Female 3.5 mm mini-stereo jack
1 Female 3.5 mm mini-stereo jack
1 Female RJ-45
Specifications – RX (FG1010-48)
RGB Out (at 1000 ft.)
Signal Level Range:
Impedance:
SNR:
Skew Adjustment:
+0.75 V to -0.3 V typical (terminated, user adjustable with gain & peak)
75 ohms
>50 dB
0 to 62 ns in 2 ns increments on R, G, & B channels (user adjustable)
Sync Out
Signal Levels:
Polarity:
Low = 0 V, High = +5 V (unterminated)
Active high or low (follows input polarity)
Audio Out (at 1000 ft.)
Signal Levels (max.):
Volume Control Range:
Frequency Response:
THD+N:
SNR:
Impedance:
+8 dBu
Mute to +6 dB (user adjustable)
<+/-0.2 dB, 20 Hz to 20 kHz
<0.04%, 1 kHz, -10 dBu to +4 dBu
>105 dB, 20 Hz to 20 kHz, Vin = +4 dBu
<5 ohms
Connectors
RGBHV+Stereo In:
RGBHV Out:
Stereo Audio Out:
1 Female RJ-45
1 Female HD-15
1 Pluggable 3.5 mm terminal block
FIG. 1 Attach source device connectors & power to TX
FIG. 2 Attach destination device connectors & power to RX
FIG. 3 HD-15 TX In and TX & RX Out connector pinouts
FIG. 4 Typical system setup using CatPro Modules
Power RJ-45
Audio HD-15
Power Audio HD-15
Audio Wiring
RJ-45
Gain Peak Adjust (Skew & Volume)
Source PC
TX #FG1010-45
RX #FG1010-48
Local Monitor
with Speakers
Up to 1000 ft. (305 m)
Destination Monitor
with Speakers

For full warranty information, refer to www.amx.com.
01/08
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AMX reserves the right to alter specifications without notice at any time.
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Adjusting the Picture
This section includes information for adjusting the gain, peak, and skew to obtain a
sharp picture on the destination display. Volume can also be adjusted during the
procedure for adjusting skew.
Tip for Flat Panel LCDs: For optimal results, press the auto-adjust button on the flat
panel LCD after using the adjustment options on the RX Module.
Test Image File
Test image files are provided on the AMX AutoPatch CD. File names begin with the
resolution (800x600, 1024x768, 1280x768, etc.) and end with “SkewPattern.”
• Turn the peak and gain potentiometers (watch the black & white pattern
and text) before and after skew adjustment for brightness and sharpness.
• Turn the Adjust knob for each color until the corresponding color bars
align with the color bars directly below them.
Gain & Peak
Gain and peak potentiometers on the RX can compensate for overall cable length.
Important: Do not push or over-tighten the potentiometer when turning it.
To adjust the gain & peak:
1. Optional – On the PC, open the test image file for the resolution of the source
signal.
2. If the picture’s brightness needs to be increased or decreased, turn the Gain
potentiometer.
3. If the picture is not sharp enough, turn the Peak potentiometer. (Increasing the
peak removes graininess.)
4. Repeat Steps 2 and 3 after adjusting the skew according to steps below.
Skew & Volume
The adjust knob on the RX Module can be used to compensate for skew inherent in
UTP cable by adjusting the skew of the video signals. The knob also adjusts the
volume. A small screwdriver works well for turning and pressing the knob. The knob
does not have a mechanical start or stop point. If the LED blinks when the knob is
turned, the setting has reached its minimum or maximum.
The RX Module ships with factory-defined default settings of “no-skew delay” for the
skew on R, G, and B and to “unity gain” on the volume. Once the adjustment process
has been successfully completed and saved, the new settings replace the factory-
defined settings. The system will restore the new settings whenever power is cycled.
To abort the adjustment procedure at any time, hold the Adjust knob down until the
LED blinks 3 times and the RX Module reverts to its previous settings. Cycling power
on the module during the adjustment procedure will have the same effect. The
individual settings are not stored in memory until all adjustments (Steps 2-10 below)
have been made.
To adjust the skew & volume:
1. Optional – Open the test image file on the PC.
2. Press the Adjust knob.
The LED turns red, and the module is placed in Red Skew Adjust mode.
3. Turn the Adjust knob clockwise or counter-clockwise.
The red color component shifts right or left.
4. Press the Adjust knob.
The LED turns green, and the module is placed in Green Skew Adjust mode.
5. Turn the Adjust knob clockwise or counter-clockwise.
The green color component shifts right or left.
6. Press the Adjust knob.
The LED turns blue, and the module is placed in Blue Skew Adjust mode.
7. Turn the Adjust knob clockwise or counter-clockwise.
The blue color component shifts right or left.
8. Press the Adjust knob.
The LED turns white, and the module is placed in Volume Adjust mode.
9. Turn the Adjust knob clockwise to increase volume or counter-clockwise to
decrease volume.
10. Press the Adjust knob.
The LED turns off, and the module saves all of the settings.
If the LED alternately blinks red and green, see “Troubleshooting” above right.
Tip: To adjust the volume without changing the skew settings, press the Adjust knob
until the LED turns white and then complete Steps 9 and 10 above.
Troubleshooting
LED Blinks Red & Green
• If the LED alternately blinks red and green, a configuration failure has
occurred.
• If the blinking happens when the Adjust knob is pressed to save (see
Step 10 in the skew adjustment procedure to the left), the system failed to
save the settings. Any adjustments just made are still in effect, but will be
lost the next time power is cycled.
To save the adjustments, repeat Steps 2, 4, 6, 8, and 10 (i.e., cycle the
colors until the LED turns off).
If the blinking happens when power is cycled, the system could not find valid settings
and reverted to the factory-defined default settings. Complete Steps 2 through 10
again.
FIG. 5 Test Image file
Test Pattern for Cable Length
and Skew Compensation
NOTE: This TestPattern must be viewed in Full Screen mode at 100%. Be sure the display
resolution matches the resolution shown in the box above in order to get accurate results when
making adjustments. Ifthe Test Pattern has been resized since opening it, press Esc, then Ctrl+L
(full screen) followed by Ctrl+1 (100%).
1. Adjust the GAIN until the display is reasonably bright.
2. Adjust the PEAK until the black and white pattern is fairly balanced.
3. Press the Adjust knob to cycle through the Red, Green, and Blue color components. At each
color, the knob can be turned to adjust the skew delay if needed. When skew adjustments are
completed, the Red, Green and Blue color bars on this page should be perfectly aligned.
4. Press the Adjust knob (the LED turns WHITE) and turn to adjust the volume if needed.
5. Press the Adjust knob again to turn off the LED and save the settings.
6. Readjust the GAIN and PEAK to sharpen the Sample Text image below.
7. (Optional) If the destination is a flat panel LCD with an auto-adjust feature:
a. Use the up/down arrows or mouse wheel to scroll to page 2 of this Test Pattern.
b. Press the auto-adjust button on the display.
C. Once the auto-adjust is complete, scroll back to page 1 to make any final adjustments.
Ctrl+Q
to Exit
1280 x 768
Black & White Pattern
Sample Text
Color Bars