AMX Solecis AVS-SL-PR-0401-0601 User manual

Installation Guide
Solecis AVS-SL-PR-0401-0601
Overview
The Solecis AVS-SL-PR-0401-0601 Presentation Switcher (FG1330-2011-01) combines
switching of PC, computer, video and audio for presentation and conference rooms, home
cinema, AV Rental Companies and any environment where a number of mixed source types
need to be displayed.The AVS-SL-PR-0401-0601 features a total of ten inputs and a
programmable serial output for controlling projectors, plasma displays and other display
devices.
Product Specifications
Safety Instructions
Please read these instructions before using your AMX Solecis device. Failure to comply with
these instructions could result in fire, electrical shock, personal injury, death, or damage to
the equipment.
Power Source
Use only a 3-wire grounding type source. The power source should not exceed 264VAC. Do
not remove under any circumstances the ground wire.
Power Cord
Use only the cord shipped with the unit. Do not use the cord if it has become damaged or
frayed. Contact your AMX Solecis dealer if you need to replace the power cord.
Grounding
The interface is grounded through the grounding conductor on the power cord. To avoid
electric shock plug the power cord into a properly wired receptacle. Do not defeat the
purpose of the grounding-type plug.
Fuse
For protection against the risk of fire, use only a fuse of the same rating and type.
Liquid Spills
Do not set drinks on top of the unit or immerse the unit in liquid.
Do Not Disassemble
This device contains no user serviceable parts. All servicing must be performed by a qualified
service technician.
For Safety Reasons
• Do not place the unit on an unstable surface.
• Do not use near water or sources of heat.
• Use only recommended attachments.
• Use the type of power supply as specified.
Unplug the power to the unit and refer servicing to qualified personnel under the
following conditions:
• If liquid has been spilled or the unit has been exposed to rain or water.
• If it does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed or if it
exhibits a distinct change in performance indicating a need for service.
• If the unit has been dropped or the cabinet damaged.
Connections
Typical Installation for Use with a Projector
Connect the RGB, Video and Audio sources to the Input sockets on the rear panel of the unit.
The RGB/Video inputs are 75 ohm terminated and the audio inputs 47Kohm terminated. The
RGB/Video and audio outputs are fully 75 ohm and 600 ohm driven respectively for
connection to long cable runs. It is imperative that the input sources are fully compatible with
the display and sound devices.
FIG. 1 Solecis AVS-SL-PR-0401-0601 Presentation Switcher
AVS-SL-PR-0401-0601 Specifications
RGB Inputs
Number 4
Connector HD-15
Level: Analog
Max Level: 1V p-p
Impedance: 75 ohm
Bandwidth 250MHz -3dB
Return Loss -38dB@10MHz, -20dB@100MHz
Adjacent Input Crosstalk -80dB@10MHz, -70dB@100MHz
Sync Input
Type: Analog or TTL
Max Level: 5V p-p
Impedance: 75 ohm
Video Input
Number 6
Connectors Phono/RCA/Captive-wire 4Pin Din S-Video
Type YC or Composite
Level: Analog
Max Input: 1V P-P
Impedance: 75 Ohm
Bandwidth 50MHz -3dB
Return Loss: -30dB@1MHz, -22dB@5MHz
Differential Phase Error 0.05%
Differential Gain Error 0.03%
Crosstalk -60dB@1MHz
Audio Input
Number 10
Connectors Phono/RCA
Type Stereo Unbalanced Analog
Max Level 2V P-P
Impedance 47K
Audio Response 20-50 KHz
Microphone
Phantom Power
RGB Output
Number: 2
Connector: HD-15
Level: Analog
Gain: Unity
Sync
Impedance: 75 ohm
Sync Level: TTL
(front)
(rear)
AVS-SL-PR-0401-0601 Specifications (Cont.)
Sync Impedance: 75 ohm
Video Output
Number 2
Type YC or Composite
Connectors Phono/RCA/Captive-wire 4Pin Din S-Video
Level: Analog
Gain: Unity
Audio Output
Number 2
Connector Captive-wire
Type Stereo Unbalanced and Balanced Analog
Attenuation: 0 to -78dB
Impedance 600 Ohm
Control
Type: RS232 Send and Receive, Front Panel
Connector: Captive-Wire
Protocol: Baud Rate-9600, Data Bits-8, No Parity, Stop Bits-1
Address: 00 – FF software programmable
Input: RS232
Serial Output: Programmable Protocol
Type: Power On/Off, RGB Input, Composite Input and YC Input
Audio Breakaway: Available through RS232 command
Power: • 110 to 240V auto-switching
• Power Connector: IEC
Dimensions: 2U Rack Mounting x 160mm
Included Accessories: • IEC Mains Lead
• Programming Software (available from amx.com)
Certifications: • CE
• UL60950
• FCC class B, part 15
• RoHS/WEEE compliant

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Video
There are 4 PC inputs and 6 video. Two outputs are available for PC and 2 outputs for
Composite Video and S-video. The Video Inputs maybe either Composite Video, S-Video,
or a combination of both.
Note: Since the switcher now auto-senses between the Composite and S-Video inputs, the
dip switches have no effect unless you are using the Device Serial Output. If you are using
the Device Serial Output, dip switches 1 to 6 must be set to match the incoming source type
on their corresponding inputs. The projector or display device should be switched to match
the Source type output. If you are using the serial output, it is also necessary to configure
the unit with Solecis DCS. Consult the Solecis DCS Quick Start Guide for more information.
Audio
One unbalanced output is available on Phono (RCA) connectors and one balanced output
is available on phoenix connectors.
Power Up
Connect a Mains Source (110 to 240V) to the AVS-SL-PR-0401-0601.
• The Blank Button will illuminate.
• If any Source is connected to Inputs 1 of the PC and Video groups then Sync only will
be present on the output.
Operation (Front Panel)
Source Selection
To select a Source press the Button corresponding to the numbered Input.
The button will illuminate. A PC input will be routed to the PC output sockets.
A selected Video Input will also be routed to its respective Composite or S-Video output.
If a PC input is selected then the last selected video input will remain on its respective
output and vice versa.
The Audio Channel will switch to the highlighted Input (unless the Unit is controlled by
RS232, then the Audio can be switched independently. The front panel will always display
the status of the PC / Video Inputs).
Blank / Mute
To Blank and Mute the outputs press the Blank button. The Button will illuminate and the
Input buttons will extinguish.
• The Sync only of the last selected PC and Video Inputs will be present on the
outputs.
• Blank and Mute will disable as soon as a source is selected.
Volume
This is a master volume control and will adjust the level of all inputs.
• To increase volume press the arrow Up button.
• To decrease volume press the arrow Down button.
The newly set volume level for the selected audio input will be permanently stored even
after switch off.
Attenuation
The initial attenuation level of all the Inputs is set to 0dB. If some sources are louder than
others then they can be adjusted to match.
• To change the attenuation level of an input, press and hold the input select button.
Use the arrow up/down buttons to set the level.
• When set release the buttons and the level will be stored
Display Device Serial Output
This can be used for direct control of a projector or any device with RS232 control.
The AVS-SL-PR-0401-0601 can be programmed to transmit Power On/Off and RGB,
Composite and S-Video mode commands to a display device using Solecis Device
Configuration Software. Dip switches 1 to 6 must be set to match the incoming source type
on their corresponding inputs. The projector or display device should be switched to match
the Source type output.The commands are transmitted from the Display Serial terminal.
Input Mode Only
When the AVS-SL-PR-0401-0601 is powered up a mode command will be sent to a display
on the first press of any Input select button. The command will either be RGB, Composite or
S-Video depending on the button pressed. This will ensure a display device is set to the
correct mode to display the input selected. Each time a different source type is selected
then a mode command will be sent to the display device. For this function to work the
Display must be ON
Power On/Off Mode
When the AVS-SL-PR-0401-0601 is powered a Power On command will be sent to a
display on the first press of any input button. The button will flash for a programmed set
time and the unit will disable. This allows a projector to warm up.
At the end of the warm up period an RGB, Composite or S-Video command is sent to the
display, the AVS-SL-PR-0401-0601 enables and the system is ready for use.
To turn the controlled display (projector) off, press and hold the “Blank ON/OFF” button
(front panel) for 5 seconds.
The Programming cable connections are as follows:
Display Connections
RS232 Control
The unit may be controlled using an RS232 outputting system as follows.
Connection
Set the Protocol as follows: Baud Rate 9600, Data Bits 8, No Parity, Stop Bit 1.
The default address of the 2011 is 0.
Note: All commands are hexadecimal. For a complete listing of all supported GET and SET
commands, refer to the AVS-SL-PR-0401-0601 Operation/Reference Guide (available
online at www.amx.com).
Solecis Device Configuration Software
This software can be used for configuring the AVS-SL-PR-0401-0601 to control external
display devices. It is downloadable from www.amx.com.
Connection
Connect the serial port of the PC as follows:
Run Solecis Device Configuration Software. If the connection is correct the software will
automatically detect the AVS-SL-PR-0401-0601.
Click on the AVS-SL-PR-0401-0601 and a virtual panel will appear (FIG. 2):
Operation
Inputs can be selected and there respective attenuation levels can be set.
Master volume level can be adjusted and the front panel can be enabled/disabled.
If several units are to be externally controlled from one serial port then the address of each
unit can be changed.
To program the AVS-SL-PR-0401-0601 to control external display devices click on Setup
Display. .
Click on Change and select the required manufacturer, display type and model.
The protocol and command strings will appear in the relevant boxes:
If the required device is not in the library then this can be added to by clicking on library
from the menu bar and following the instructions (FIG. 4).
Note: The manufacturer's data sheet will be required.
1. If the string needs to be transmitted more than once then select the number of times
from the count drop-down list and set a suitable interval period.
2. If the power on/off function is to be enabled then set a warm up/cool down time and
click on Set/Enable.
3. Finally click on Program Device to download the information.
Note: For operation see the Display Device Serial Output section.
Additional Documentation
Refer to the Solecis AVS-SL-PR-0401-0601 Presentation Switcher Operation/Reference
Guide (available online at www.amx.com) for details on installing and configuring the unit
as well as supported Commands and Troubleshooting info.
PC Serial Port (D9) AVS-SL-PR-0401-0601
Pin2 TX
Pin3 RX
Pin5 GND
Display device AVS-SL-PR-0401-0601
RX Display serial o/p
GND GND
Controller AVS-SL-PR-0401-0601
GND GND
TX RX
RX TX (if feedback information required)
PC (D9) AVS-SL-PR-0401-0601
Pin 5 gnd
Pin 2 tx
Pin 3 rx
FIG. 2 Device Manager - Virtual Panel
FIG. 3 Device Manager - Setup Display
FIG. 4 Device Manager - Adding a Device to the Library