AMX Epica DG User manual

Quick Start Guide
AutoPatch Epica DG Distribution Matrix
Overview
The Epica DG Distribution Matrix is available in various configurations; therefore, the
illustrations in this guide may differ from the model(s) purchased. The Epica DG
Instruction Manual contains complete documentation (including board specifications
and supported resolutions); see the AMX AutoPatch CD or visit www.amx.com.
General Specifications
Installation
ESD Warning: Avoid ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) damage to sensitive
components; be sure you and the enclosure are properly grounded before
touching any internal materials.
Rack Mounting
Caution: To prevent overheating, avoid placing high heat-producing equipment directly
above or below the enclosure. The system requires a minimum of one empty rack unit
above and below (three empty rack units are recommended). Verify that the openings on
the sides of the enclosure are not blocked and do not have restricted airflow.
To rack mount an Epica DG enclosure (requires a minimum of 3 people):
1. While the enclosure is still on the pallet, cut loose and remove the outer straps.
2. Remove the tray (contains cables, etc.) from the top of the cardboard sleeve.
3. Remove the cardboard sleeve.
4. Cut loose & remove inner straps. Carefully remove shrink-wrap & corner cushions.
5. Use a pallet jack to move the enclosure into position.
Important: Do not use board extractor handles to lift enclosure; use inset hand-holds.
6. Lift and push the enclosure into rack. Screw in top 3 rack ear screws on each side.
7. Move jack out of way. Support enclosure; screw in remaining rack ear screws.
Attaching Input & Output Cables
Generally, any Epica DG input board can route signals to any type of Epica DG output
board; the signal format is automatically converted to match the output board.
For testing purposes, attach just the first two sources and destinations accordingto the
AutoPatch Connector Guide that shipped with your order. Follow the guide exactly;
each system is custom-built and programmed to operate based on the guide.
Some of the Epica DG boards can be used in conjunction with converter modules; see
the specific module’s Quick Start Guide for details.
Caution: To avoid damage (and for service) to connectors and boards from cable weight,
we recommend using lacer bars or some other type of cable management system.
Epica DG DVI Boards – DVI-I & DMS-59 Connectors
DG DVI boards have 8 DVI-I and 4 DMS-59 connectors each. DMS-59 connectors
break out to allow 2 DVI connections each for a total of 16 inputs or outputs per board.
Important: DVI connectors on DMS-59 cable are labeled 1 (bottom) and 2 (top).
Connect 1 to the DMS-59 receptacle numbered with a lower numerical value; connect 2
to receptacle with the higher value (e.g., connect DVI connector 1 to 11 and 2 to 12).
DVI (Board) Connector Pinout
Note: On the input connector, pin 14 is a +5 V sink. On the output connector, pin 14 is
a +5 V source with a maximum current limitation of 55 mA.
Epica DG MTP®Fiber Boards – MTP®/MPO Fiber (& 1 DVI-I) Connectors
Warning: Laser Radiation. Do not view directly with optical instruments. Class 1M
laser product.
Each board has 5 MTP/MPO fiber connectors and 1 DVI-I connector (DVI-D format);
see FIG. 3. The fiber connectors each support three I/O channels.
Caution: Do not severely bend or kink the fiber cable. Irreversible damage can occur.
Refer to the physical limitations specified for the cable.
Epica DG RGBHV/HD-15 Boards – HD-15 Connectors
Each board has 16 HD-15 connectors (FIG. 4). EDID Programmer software is provided
to assist with in-field programming. For information, see the instruction manual. Board
configuration software, the “DG-HD15 Wizard,” is also provided and is used to adjust
the source signal. For directions and tips, see the Wizard and its Help file.
HD-15 (Board) Connector Pinout
Note: 55 mA supplied on output pin 9; power draw not to exceed 50 mA per port.
Epica DG SDI Boards – BNC Connectors
Each board has 16 BNC connectors (FIG. 4). EDID Programmer software is provided
to assist with in-field programming (see the Epica DG Instruction Manual).
Specifications
Approvals Pending
AC Power 100 to 240 VAC single phase, 50 to 60 Hz
Power Consumption Max: 2000 Watts
Typical: 850 Watts, fully loaded enclosure
Thermal Dissipation Max: 6824 BTU/hr.
Typical: 2900 BTU/hr., fully loaded enclosure
Operational Temperature 32° to 95° F (0° to 35° C), continuous
32° to 110° F (0° to 43° C), peak (up to 48 hours)
Humidity 0 to 90% non-condensing
Depth 21.1 in. (53.6 cm)
Width 19.0 in. (48.26 cm) with mounting ears
17.6 in. (44.70 cm) without mounting ears
Height 28.0 in. (71.1 cm) 16 RU
Weight Approx. 160 lbs. (72.6 kg) per loaded enclosure
FIG. 1 Fasten cables onto input & output receptacles
FIG. 2 DVI (board) connector pinout
FIG. 3 Fasten cables onto input & output receptacles (see above for DVI-I pinout)
FIG. 4 Fasten cables onto input & output receptacles
FIG. 5 HD-15 (board) connector pinout
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910 11 12 13 14 15 16
17 18 19 20 22 23 24
21
C1 C2
C3 C4
C5
MTP/MPO fiber connector
DVI-I connector
normally a click is heard)
(ensure it seats firmly;
LASER RADIATION
Do not view directly
with optical instruments
Class 1M laser product
HD-15 connector
BNC (SDI) connector
DMS-59 connector
DVI-I connector
(see “Important” note
of next column)at top

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Linking to Other Types of Enclosures (if applicable)
Link according to the “AutoPatch Distribution Matrix Linking Quick Start Guide.”
Establishing Serial Control
The Epica DG can be controlled by attaching an external control device / system to
the serial port (DB-9 connector) or to the USB port (USB Mini-B connector).
PC Requirements for APControl:
• Windows XP Professional®or Windows 2000®
• Java Runtime Environment (JRE) – v1.4.2 or latest version
• Hardware (minimum) – 166 MHz, 128 MB RAM, 20 MB free disk space,
600x800 display
• Hardware (recommended) – 2.0 GHz, 512 MB RAM, 20 MB free disk space,
1280x1024 display
• Serial port or USB port
PC Requirements for BCS (terminal emulation program):
• Windows XP Professional®or Windows 2000®
• Serial port or USB port
Serial Port – Serial Control (PCs, NetLinx®, & third-party controllers)
To establish external serial control from serial port for RS-232:
1. Apply power to the Epica DG (see the top of the column to the right).
2. Plug the null modem cable into the serial port on the enclosure (FIG. 6 and 7).
3. Plug the other end of the cable into the serial port on the serial controller/device.
4. Open the serial communication software and set port settings to match the
Epica DG default settings (baud rate = 9600, data bits = 8, stop bit = 1, parity
and flow control = none).
USB Port – Serial Control (Control Application on PC)
Controlling the Epica DG using a USB connection requires the creation of a virtual
COM port, which acts as a serial port.
Important: You must have adequate rights for the PC to install a USB driver.
Check with your System Administrator to be sure you have the required access.
To establish external serial control from USB (Mini-B) port:
1. Apply power to the Epica DG (see the top of the column to the right).
2. Plug one end of the USB cable into the USB (Mini-B) port on Epica DG and the
other to the USB port on the PC.
3. Follow the instructions in the Found New Hardware Wizard.
Be sure to select: “Search for a suitable driver” and “CD-ROM drives.” Locate
the XnBridge.inf on the AMX AutoPatch CD (Configuration\APConfig\USB).
When prompted, select “Continue Anyway” to install the software.
Important: You must identify the virtual COM port assigned to the USB connector to
enable communication between the control application on the PC and the Epica DG.
To identify the virtual COM port:
1. Open the Windows Device Manager (Start/Settings/Control Panel/System/
System Properties/Hardware tab/Device Manager button)and expand Ports by
clicking the “+”.
2. Make note of the port assigned to AutoPatch USB Bridge.
Note: The Device Manager may have a different location depending on the
operating system and theme selected.
When establishing communication between the control application on the PC and the
Epica DG, be sure to check the application’s serial port settings and select the
correct virtual COM port for the AutoPatch USB Bridge. Epica DG default settings
are: baud rate = 9600, data bits = 8, stop bit = 1, parity and flow control = none.
Applying Power & Control Startup
Caution: To avoid system damage, use the power-up sequence below, using a
surge protector and/or an AC line conditioner.
Important: For fully loaded enclosures, we recommend using a 30 A circuit breaker
on a 110 circuit.
To apply power to all power supplies simultaneously:
1. Attach power cords to all power receptacles and plug all cords into a
power strip (we recommend using a 30 A power strip) that is turned off.
2. Turn on the power strip. Check Indicator LEDs on front and rear of enclosure
(see table below). The indicator LEDs may take some time before they
illuminate while the system runs its self-diagnosis.
3. Apply power to any external devices and then to the source and destination
devices.
Important: Each power receptacle has a small toggle switch that controls internal
power and must remain flipped to the right for the system to operate. Do not flip this
switch to the left.
If the indicator lights do not respond with a normal display as stated in the table
below, contact technical support.
Completing the Installation
We recommend completing the installation by executing a test switch routing Input 1
to Output 2. The method of executing the switch will depend on the control option
used. Control options and switching information are provided below.
•NetLinx®Compatible – for specific control programming information, contact
your AMX NetLinx representative.
•APControl 3.0 (PC based) – install and open the program. Follow the setup
wizard, which will discover the system’s configuration information and open the
APControl Launchbar. From the Launchbar menu, select Views / CrossBar and
click on the crosspoint for Input 1 / Output 2.
•APWeb – connectthe APWeb Server Module (see the “APWeb Server Module
Quick Start Guide”). For instructions on executing switches, see the “APWeb”
(Interface) documentation on the AMX AutoPatch CD.
•BCS Commands (HyperTerminal) – when power is applied, a short splash
screen appears. Enter CI1O2T into the terminal emulation program (routes
Input 1 to Output 2). When CI1O2T appears, the switch is successful.
The system is now ready to attach the remaining source and destination devices.
Additional Information Covered in the “Epica DG Instruction Manual”
See the instruction manual on the AMX AutoPatch CD or at www.amx.com for
information on the following:
• APDiagnostics software (monitors / displays advanced diagnostic data)
• EDID Programmer software
• BoardConfig software (DG-HD15 Wizard)
• Managing configuration files
• Redundant power supplies
• Adding or replacing boards
Note: For information on BCS (Basic Control Structure) commands, see the “BCS
Protocol Instruction Manual” on the “AMX AutoPatch CD” or at www.amx.com.
FIG. 6 RS-232 null modem cable pin diagram
FIG. 7 Attach null modem serial cable to DB-9 serial port
FIG. 8 Attach USB cable to USB (Mini-B) port
PC DB-9 AutoPatch DB-9
Null modem serial cable
USB cable
Indicator LEDs –Normal Display
Front Panel
POWER –power status Green
RPS –redundant power supplies Green
COMM –Ethernet communication link status Blinking green –
indicates activity
Power Supplies
AC Power Green
DC Power Green
Temperature Not illuminated
CPU
COMM –Ethernet communication link status Blinking green –
indicates activity
STATUS Green during boot up
(approx. 10 to 30 seconds,
depending on load)
Blinking green when ready