AMX MAX-CSE User manual

Installation Guide
MAX-CSE Video Encoder
MAX-CSE Video Encoder
The MAX-CSE Video Encoder (FG2178-70) allows audio and video signals to be
delivered in real-time across any IP network for broadcast to a virtually limitless
number of destinations – classrooms, boardrooms, training facilities, retail store
branches, and other commercial settings.
The MAX-CSE provides real-time encoding of both analog audio or video content into
both MPEG-2 and MPEG-4 formats for delivery across these same IP networks
directly to a MAX-CSD10 Decoder, Modero VG-Series Touch Panel, or computer (for
immediate playback via a third-party streaming MPEG player).
The rear Ethernet port provides both 10/100 Ethernet connectivity and IEEE 802.3af
Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) which enables DC power to be supplied to this device over
the unused pairs of wires on the connected Ethernet cable. FIG. 1 shows the front and
rear views.
Note: This unit can be mounted onto either a flat surface or into an equipment rack by
first removing the front screws and then attaching it to an AC-RK.
Product Specifications
Wiring Installation Procedures
The wiring parameters for the PWR, Serial, and Ethernet ports are described in detail
within the following sections.
Wiring the power connector
Use an external power supply, described in the Specifications table, to provide power
to the MAX-CSE through the rear 2-pin 3.5mm mini-Phoenix connector (FIG. 1). The
incoming PWR and GND wires from the power supply must be connected to the
corresponding locations within the PWR connector.
Power-over-Ethernet connection
Caution: When using PoE, you must FIRST ground the unit to provide ESD
protection. Install a single wire into the (-) GND side of the rear green 2-pin PWR
connector, and then connect the terminal-end of this wire to a grounded source.
It is recommended that the length of this wire NOT exceed 6 ft. (1.83 m).
Any 802.3af-compliant PoE switch (such as the NXA-ENET24 PoE) can automatically
detect the 802.3af-compliant MAX device by its authenticated PoE signature and
sense its required load before applying power to the PoE Ethernet port.
Note: PoE connections work with all existing Category (CAT) 3, 4, 5, 5e or 6 network
cabling (including patch cables and patch-panels, outlets, and other connecting
hardware) without requiring modification.
Reading the Ethernet LEDs
The MAX-CSE uses a standard CAT5 Ethernet cable to provide 10/100 network
connectivity to the network (FIG. 2). LEDs indicate communication activity, connection
status, speeds, and mode information.
FIG. 1 MAX-CSE Video Encoder (front and rear views)
MAX-CSE Specifications
Dimensions (HWD): 1.58" x 5.54" x 6.95" (4.01 cm x 14.07 cm x 17.65 cm)
Power
Requirements:
• 500mA @ 12VDC (6W)
• Optional 12VDC power input overrides PoE when used.
• Power requirements are usage-dependent.
• Power Over Ethernet (PoE) is available.
This product is intended to be supplied by a Listed external
power supply rated from 10 to 18 VDC, minimum 500 mA or
equivalent.
Weight: • 2.02 lbs (0.92 kg)
Enclosure: • Metal with black matte finish
Certifications: • FCC Part 15 Class B, CE, and UL listed
Video Inputs: • Composite Video (via BNC).
• S-Video (via female S-Video connector)
Audio Inputs: • Analog Stereo RCA connectors
• Microphone (1/8” stereo)
Supported
Resolutions:
• NTSC (480i)
• PAL (576i)
Supported Video
Codecs:
• MPEG-2 (2 Mbps - 6 Mbps)
• MPEG-4 (500Kbps - 3 Mbps)
• Adjustable Bit Rate: up to 6 Mbps
Supported Audio
Codecs:
• MPEG Audio Level 2 (MP2)
• MPEG Audio Level 3 (MP3)
Front Panel
Components:
• ID Pushbutton: Used to set NetLinx ID (Device only)
assignment, and to reset the unit to factory defaults.
• Status LED: Green LED blinks to indicate both system and
communication status with the target Master.
• LCD Display: Provides system information such as the
currently used IP address.
• IR Receiver: Receives 38KHz AMX IR codes.
Ethernet
12 VDC
(front)
(rear)
Composite IN
Ethernet Speed and
S-Video IN
IR/Serial port
Analog stereo audio
Microphone
ID button Status LED LCD Display IR Receiver
Power
Link Activity LEDs RS232/422/485
port
Input/Output
port
(BNC)
MAX-CSE Specifications (Cont.)
Rear Panel
Connectors:
• COMPOSITE IN: BNC connector (female) supports
Composite Video Input (NTSC/PAL).
• 12VDC PWR: 2-pin 3.5mm mini-Phoenix (male) captive-
wire connector from an optional 12 VDC power supply
(overrides PoE).
• S-VIDEO IN: Mini-Din4 port for composite S-Video input.
• ETHERNET 10/100: RJ-45 port provides 10/100 Mbps
network communication and PoE. LEDs show
communication activity, connection status, speeds, and
mode information (FIG. 2).
• AUDIO R/L: Two RCA connectors support line-level stereo
input for analog stereo signals.
• RS-232/422/485: 9-pin (DB9) port supports
RS-232/RS-422/RS-485 data output including:
- 300, 600, 1,200, 2,400, 4,800, 9,600, 19,200, 38,400,
and 115,200 Baud rates
- 7 or 8 Data bits
- 1 or 2 Stop bits
- Even, Odd, Mark, Space, and None parity settings
- CTS and RTS handshaking
- XON/XOFF handshaking
• MIC: 1/8” mini-stereo input jack.
• IR/Serial: 2-pin 3.5mm mini-Phoenix (male) captive-wire
connector provides IR/Serial control output by generating
IR with the use of an IR emitter (while in IR mode). This
port supports high-frequency carriers of up to 1.142 MHz
and can also generate IR with no carrier frequency.
• I/O: Two digital 4-channel binary I/O ports for contact
closure (accepts a 4-pin 3.5mm mini-Phoenix captive-wire
connector).
Each input is capable of voltage sensing. Input format is
software selectable with interactive power sensing for IR
ports.
Operating/Storage
Environment:
• Operating Temperature: 0° to 45° C (32° to 113° F)
• Storage Temperature: -30º to 70º C (-22º to 158° F)
• Operating Relative Humidity: 5% to 85% (non-condensing)
• Operation intended for indoor use only.
Included
Accessories:
• 2-pin 3.5mm mini-Phoenix female PWR connector (41-
5025)
• 4-pin 3.5mm mini-Phoenix female I/O connector (41-5047)
• BNC to RCA Adapter (41-1074)
• CC-NIRC IR Emitter cable
• MAX-CSE Quick Start Guide
Other AMX
Equipment:
• AC-RK Accessory Rack Kit (FG515)
• CSB Cable Support Bracket (FG517)
• PMB Pole Mount Bracket (FG531)
• STS, Serial To Screw Terminal (FG959)
• Surface Mount Bracket Accessory (FG525)

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Wiring the MAX-CSE for external video streaming
The rear connectors are used to input RGB video signals from an external video/
audio source. FIG. 3 shows a sample wiring configuration streaming video from a
MAX-CSE to either a MAX-CSD10 or VG-Series touch panel.
Configuring the Communication Parameters
The MAX-CSE is configured to be used as a standalone unit running on a network
capable of supporting the up to a 6Mbps data rate. It is recommended that you set up
the unit locally prior to installing it within an AC-RK rack unit.
Obtaining the unit’s initial DHCP Address
1. Connect an Ethernet cable to the unit’s rear Ethernet connector.
2. Connect the 2-pin 3.5mm mini-Phoenix PWR connector to the rear power
connector and then apply power.
Note: The MAX-CSE uses the active Ethernet connection to communicate with
the DHCP Server an obtain a valid DHCP Address.
• After the unit has successfully obtained an IP Address from the DHCP Server,
it then displays this obtained DHCP Address across the front LCD (FIG. 4).
3. Write down the new DHCP Address displayed on the front panel LCD.
Communicating with the unit via the browser-based UI
To communicate with the MAX-CSE, it is necessary for the unit to first obtain a DHCP
Address. Once that address is known, you can then use your web browser to access
the browser-based User Interface (UI) pages and then configure the project, video,
and IP connection parameters.
1. Launch your web browser.
2. Enter the IP Address of the target unit (ex: http://192.199.99.99) into the web
browser’s Address field.
3. Press the Enter key on your keyboard to initiate communication and launch the
initial on-screen Enter Network Password security dialog.
• The MAX unit is shipped in a secured configuration which requires the user to
enter a username and password into the on-screen security dialog before
gaining access to the UI pages.
4. Enter the words Admin and 1988 into their corresponding
User Name/Password fields (case-sensitive). This profile can later be changed.
5. Click OK to enter the information and proceed to the first UI page.
Assigning a Static IP Address to the unit via the browser-based UI
Although the initial communication to the unit is done via a DHCP connection and
since this is your stream source, it is recommended that for streaming and
programming purposes, you assign a Static IP Address to the unit via the browser-
based UI.
1. Access the IP Settings page by clicking the IP Settings link from within the
Navigation frame (FIG. 5).
• Note that both the default IP Configuration setting is DHCP and the
corresponding read-only fields display the MAX unit’s communication
parameters obtained from the DHCP Server during the initial setup.
2. Click on the Static radio box to begin entering the previously obtained Static IP
Address information (typically provided by your Network Administrator).
3. Enter the corresponding Static IP Address, Subnet Mask, Gateway, and DNS
parameters into their corresponding fields on this page.
4. Click the Apply button to save your changes.
5. Click the Reboot button to restart the unit and incorporate these changes.
6. Once the unit powers-up, the new Static IP Address is then displayed on the
LCD after the appearance of AMX logo (which can take several minutes).
7. Launch your browser and enter the MAX’s new Static IP Address into the
browser’s Address field.
8. Press the Enter key on your keyboard to begin the communication process
and launch the initial on-screen security dialog.
9. Re-enter the words Admin and 1988 into their corresponding
User Name/Password fields (case-sensitive).
10. Click OK to enter the information and proceed to the Administration page.
Troubleshooting
• If the LCD does not display any information (such as the AMX logo or an IP
Address) during the initial startup sequence, verify that the unit is receiving
power.
• If the L/A LED (FIG. 2) is not On or blinking, check your cables and connectors.
• If the web browser cannot establish a connection to the unit’s browser-based
UI, confirm you’ve entered the correct/new IP Address into the browser’s
Address field. If this does not correct the problem, cycle power to the unit,
confirm the displayed IP Address information, and re-enter it into your browser.
Notice: MAX Products are not designed or intended to, and may not be used to,
violate anyone’s copyright or other intellectual property rights. Each user of the MAX
Products may only use the products in connection with materials legally owned or
licensed by such user and only to the extent such ownership or license rights permit
such use.
This product includes the GoAhead Web Server.
Copyright (c) 2006 GoAhead Software, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
FIG. 2 Ethernet LEDs
FIG. 3 Sample wiring configuration using a CSE streaming to different devices
FIG. 4 Example of the initial DHCP display
SPD
L/A
ETHERNET 10/100
SPD - Speed LED lights (yellow) when
and turns Off when the speed
is 10 Mbps.
the connection speed is 100 Mbps
L/A - Link/Activity LED lights
(green) when the Ethernet
cables are connected and terminated
correctly. Blinks when receiving
Ethernet data packets.
VG-Series
(BNC)
Mic In
Audio In
(Stereo RCA)
via Ethernet
Line Level In
Touch Panels
Direct PWR
Connection
Indirect
Connect
Power
supply
MAX-CSD10
Video Decoder
Power
supply
Outbound Audio/Video/Data
Ethernet (RJ-45)
PoE
or
(S-Video)
(CAT5)
MAX-CSE
Video Encoder
WEB
Ethernet (RJ-45)
Audio Out
(Stereo RCA)
RGB Video Out
(BNC)
or
(S-Video)
PoE
or
via Ethernet
Inbound Audio/Video/Data
S-Video or COMP Video In
(DVD, VCR, etc.)
Power
supply
Network
FIG. 5 Sample IP Settings page (DHCP)
Navigation
frame Active page
frame
Browser
Address
field
Stream
Status
frame