AMX MXA-MPL Modero X Series User manual

Installation Guide
MXA-MPL Modero X Series®Multi Preview Live
Overview
The MXA-MPL Modero X Series®Multi Preview Live (FG5968-10) is a touch panel
accessory that displays an HD video stream on Modero X Series Touch Panels when used in
conjunction with a high-definition (HD) Enova DVX All-In-One Presentation Switcher or
Enova DGX Digital Media Switcher. The MXA-MPL accepts digital video inputs over a DVI
Multi-Format connector and converts them to a video stream. The MXP-MPL also supports
all of the features of the MXA-MP, displaying up to 10 JPEG preview images on a Modero X
Series touch panel. The MXA-MPL makes it easy for users to identify quickly what is
currently being displayed by up to 10 source devices.
NOTE: For full functionality, the MXA-MPL may be used with the Enova series media
switchers and Modero X Series touch panels. The MXA-MPL may not be used with
previously released AMX touch panels or switchers.
For more information on installation and configuration, please refer to the MXA-MP/MXA-
MPL Operation/Reference Guide, available at www.amx.com.
Common Applications
Use the MXA-MPL to preview a live video stream or snapshot of the content from a source
device before switching to that source.
Features
• Supports one (1) HD digital video stream or up to 10 preview images.
• Updates all 10 preview images sequentially or one image continuously.
• Streams digital video sources to a Modero X Series Touch Panel
• Seamlessly interconnects between a Modero X Series Touch Panel and an Enova
DGX or Enova DVX.
Product Specifications
Rebooting the MXA-MPL
To reboot the MXA-MPL, press and hold the Reset button on the front of the device (FIG. 1)
for one second.
FIG. 1 MXA-MPL Modero X Series Multi Preview Live
MXA-MPL (FG5968-10) Specifications
Power Requirements: Without Panel: 120VAC at 170ma, 20W
With Panel: 120VAC at 410ma, 50W
Start-Up Inrush Current: 17.2A at 116.8VAC
Video:
Max Number of Active
Video Streams: 1
Video Preview Image
Format: JPEG (accessed over HTTP)
Max Number of Video
Preview Images: 10
Min Refresh Time of
Preview Images: 2 sec per preview image
Video Input: HDMI, DVI
Video Input
Resolutions: Video Input Resolutions supported:
•HDMI/DVI: 640 x 480p @ 60 Hz, 800 x 600p @ 60 Hz,
1280 x 720p @ 60 Hz
Video Input Resolutions not supported:
• 1280 x 768p @ 60 Hz, 1920 x 1080p @ 60 Hz
Video
Input HDMI
Out Audio
In
2-pin
Connector
Output Ethernet
In Ethernet
Out (to
Touch Panel)
Ventilation
Fan Power
Input
Power
Status
Video Input
LAN
Panel
Video Output
Reset
Factory Reset
Front
Rear
MXA-MPL (FG5968-10) Specifications (Cont.)
Video (Cont.)
Video Input Resolutions
Supported By Firmware
Release Greater Than
2.1.28:
•HDMI/DVI: 1024 x 768p @ 60 Hz, 720 x 480i @ 60 Hz,
720 x 480p @ 60 Hz
•PAL: 576i, 576p @ 50 Hz
•NTSC: 480i, 480p @ 60 Hz
Video Output: Up to 720p@30 fps over IP (Matches input resolution).
Communications: 10/100 port, RJ-45 connector with Ethernet/IP pass-through.
Audio Input: Unbalanced 1/8th-inch mini-jack connector (for use with non-
HDMI audio only).
Front Components:
Power LED: Lights green when device is receiving power.
Status LED: Toggles on/off green every 5 seconds if communicating to the
panel.(i.e.: the panel is configured to use the MXA-MPL).
Video Input LED: Lights red when receiving video signals.
LAN LED: Lights green when the LAN connection is enabled.
Panel LED: Lights green when device is connected to a panel.
Video Output LED: Lights red when sending a video stream to a touch panel.
Reset button: Reboots the device when pressed.
Factory Reset button: Resets the unit to factory defaults when pressed for at least 5
seconds.
Rear Components:
Video Input: DVI-I multi-format video input.
HDMI Out: HDMI preview video output.
Audio In: 1/8th-inch mini-jack input (for use with non-HDMI audio only).
2-Pin Connector
Output: 2-pin 3.5 mm Phoenix-style connector output, 12 Volts, 3 Amps.
Ethernet In: 10/100 port, RJ-45 connector for Ethernet connection to
network.
Ethernet Out: 10/100 port, RJ-45 connector for Ethernet connection to touch
panel.
Power Input: • IEC power cord connector
• 100-240V AC
• 47-63Hz
Operating Environment: • Temperature (Operating): 32° F to 104° F (0° C to 40° C)
• Temperature (Storage): 4° F to 140° F (-20° C to 60° C)
• Humidity (Operating): 20% to 85% RH
• Humidity (Storage): 5% to 85% RH
• Power (“Heat”) Dissipation: 232 BTU/hr
Dimensions: 1 9/16” x 8 1/4” x 7 3/16” (4 cm x 21 cm x 18.2 cm)
Weight: 2.80 lbs (1.27 kg)
Certifications: • FCC Part 15 Class A
• CE EN 55022 Class A and EN 55024
• CB Scheme IEC 60950-1
•IC
• IEC/EN-60950
•UL
•RoHS
Included Accessories: • MXA-MPL Installation Guide (93-5968-10)
• MIC AC Universal Power Cord (CA1090-131)
Other AMX Equipment: • MPA-VRK, Rack Shelf 1RU 7.3" Depth (FG5968-30)
• AC-SMB, Surface Mount Bracket Accessory (FG525)
• CC-DVI-5BNCM, DVI to 5 BNC Male Cable 6'
(FG10-2170-08)
• CC-DVI-RCA3M, DVI to 3 RCA Male Cable 6'
(FG10-2170-09)
• CC-DVIM-VGAF, DVI to HD-15 Female Adapter
(FG10-2170-13)
• CC-DVI-SVID, DVI to S-Video Cable (FG10-2170-10)
• CC-3.5ST5-RCA2F, 5-pin 3.5mm Phoenix-style to 2 RCA
Female Cable (FG10-003-20)

For full warranty information, refer to the AMX Instruction Manual(s) associated with your Product(s).
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93-5968-10 REV: C
Resetting the MXA-MPL to Factory Defaults
To reset the MXA-MPL to its factory defaults, press and hold the Factory Reset button
(FIG. 1) on the front of the device for five seconds.
Configuring the MXA-MPL
Configuring the MXA-MPL into a network requires modification of the device’s corresponding
NetLinx files via NetLinx Studio and the associated touch panel pages via TPDesign 4.
Documentation of the available commands may be found in the Modero X Series
Programming Guide, available at www.amx.com.
Connecting the MXA-MPL to a Network
Since the MXA-MPL works to transmit HD video and images from an Enova switcher to a
Modero X touch panel, it needs to be connected between the switcher and the touch panel.
To connect the touch panel to the MXA-MPL:
1. Insert the incoming network connection cable from the Enova switcher to the upper
Ethernet In RJ-45 connector (FIG. 1).
2. If the touch panel is not panoramic (MXD/T-1000, MXD/T-700, MXD-430), connect an
outgoing Ethernet cable from the MXA-MPL’s Ethernet Out RJ-45 connector to an
AMX-certified high-power Power over Ethernet injector. Do not apply power until the
installation is complete.
3. If the touch panel is a panoramic model (MXD/T-1900L-PAN or MXD/T-2000XL-PAN),
outgoing power to the touch panel may be supplied via the MXA-MPL’s 2-pin
connector output (FIG. 1) or through another source. Do not apply power until the
installation is complete.
WARNING: If using the MXA-MPL’s 2-pin connector for power for a touch panel, please refer
to the MXA-MP/MPL Operation Reference Guide for maximum cable lengths between the
MXA-MPL and the touch panel, based on cable gauge. Using a separate power source for
panoramic panel installations that require long cable runs is highly recommended.
4. When the installation is complete, apply power to the MXA-MPL and to the touch
panel. Verify via the LEDs on the front of the device that it is receiving power and is
connected to the network.
5. If the touch panel has not been configured to receive video signals fromthe MXA-MPL,
do so now.
NOTE: For PoE-powered Modero X touch panels, the AMX-certified PoE injector must be
connected between the MXA-MPL and the touch panel. Use of a PoE switch in place of an
AMX-certified PoE injector is NOT recommended.
Configuring the MXA-MPL to Receive Video
NOTE: For more information on configuring a Modero X touch panel, please refer to the
Modero X Series Programming Guide, available at www.amx.com.
After the MXA-MPL is connected to the network, the touch panel to which it is
connected needs to be configured to receive its signals. To configure the touch panel:
1. From the Settings page, select Connections & Networks.
2. From the Connections & Networks page, select Breakout Box to open the Breakout
Box page (FIG. 2).
3. Press the Breakout Box button to enable the panel to receive information from
the MXA-MPL.
4. If the MXA-MPL is connected, the remaining information on the Breakout Box page will
self-populate.
NOTE: If the MXA-MPL is not connected to the touch panel, any attempts at enabling the
panel will fail, and the Breakout Box page will be blank other than the Breakout Box button.
Rack Mounting the MXA-MPL
The MXA-MPL may be put in a freestanding location, but the device may also be installed in
a standard rack. Installation in a rack requires the use of an MPA-VRK Rack Mounting Tray
(FG5968-30) (FIG. 3), available from www.amx.com.
To install MXA-MPL devices in a MPA-VRK Rack Mounting Tray:
1. Select a position on the Rack Mounting Tray for the installation. The Rack Mounting
Tray contains screw holes to allow single or double MXA-MPL
installations.
2. Using the screws included with the MPA-VRK, install the screws to the bottom of the
MXA-MPL through the Rack Mounting Tray (FIG. 4). Use four screws for each device,
at each corner.
3. Connect the Rack Mounting Tray to the rack with the provided bolts.
4. Connect the MXA-MPL to the network and apply power.
FIG. 2 Breakout Box Settings page
FIG. 3 MPA-VRK Rack Mounting Tray
FIG. 4 Installing two MXA-MPL devices in a Rack Mounting Tray
MXA-MPL
MXA-MPL
Mounting screws
MXA-MPL MXA-MPL
Mounting screws
AMX-certified
PoEinjector
(if needed)
MXA-MPL Modero X Touch Panel
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Enova DVX or DGX
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