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MCX G2
ENCODERS
AND DECODERS
MCXG2 SERIES
USER MANUAL

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.................................................................................................................................................................................. 3
1.1 INTRODUCTION.......................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
1.2 APPLICATIONS........................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
1.3 PACKAGE CONTENTS............................................................................................................................................................................... 4
1.4 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS ........................................................................................................................................................................ 5
1.5 FEATURES ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
1.6 OPERATION CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS........................................................................................................................................... 7
1.6.1FRONT PANEL...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................7
1.6.2 REAR PANEL................................................................................................................................................................................................................................8
1.6.3 IR CABLE PINOUTS.................................................................................................................................................................................................................10
1.6.4 RS-232 PINOUT AND DEFAULTS .......................................................................................................................................................................................10
1.6.5 OSD MENU..................................................................................................................................................................................................................................11
1.6.6 Basic AV Extension ................................................................................................................................................................................................19
1.6.7 Advanced AV Extension ........................................................................................................................................................................................21
1.7 CONNECTION DIAGRAMS ........................................................................................................................................................ 26
1.8 SPECIFICATIONS....................................................................................................................................................................... 28
2.1 INTRODUCTION......................................................................................................................................................................... 34
2.2 APPLICATIONS.......................................................................................................................................................................... 34
2.3 PACKAGE CONTENTS............................................................................................................................................................... 34
2.4 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS ........................................................................................................................................................ 35
2.5 FEATURES .................................................................................................................................................................................. 36
2.6 OPERATION CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS............................................................................................................................ 37
2.6.1Front Panel ................................................................................................................................................................................................................37
2.6.2 Rear Panel................................................................................................................................................................................................................38
2.6.3 IR Cable Pinouts.....................................................................................................................................................................................................40
2.6.4 RS-232 Pinout and Defaults.................................................................................................................................................................................40
2.6.5 OSD Menu................................................................................................................................................................................................................41
2.6.6 Basic AV Extension ................................................................................................................................................................................................50
2.6.7 Advanced AV Extension........................................................................................................................................................................................52
2.7 CONNECTION DIAGRAMS........................................................................................................................................................ 57
2.8. SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................................................................................................................................... 59
A.1 ACRONYMS ............................................................................................................................................................................... 65
B.1 FCC STATEMENT....................................................................................................................................................................... 67
B.2 CE STATEMENT......................................................................................................................................................................... 67
B.3 ROHS.......................................................................................................................................................................................... 67
B.4 NOM STATEMENT..................................................................................................................................................................... 68
C.1 DISCLAIMER.............................................................................................................................................................................. 69
C.2 TRADEMARKS USED IN THIS MANUAL ................................................................................................................................. 69

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Please read all instructions before attempting to unpack, install or operate this equipment and before connecting the power supply.
Please keep the following in mind as you unpack and install this equipment:
Always follow basic safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock and injury to persons.
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain, moisture or install this product near water.
Never spill liquid of any kind on or into this product.
Never push an object of any kind into this product through any openings or empty slots in the unit, as you may damage parts inside the
unit.
Do not attach the power supply cabling to building surfaces.
Use only the supplied power supply unit (PSU). Do not use the PSU if it is damaged.
Do not allow anything to rest on the power cabling or allow any weight to be placed upon it or any person walk on it.
To protect the unit from overheating, do not block any vents or openings in the unit housing that provide ventilation and allow for sufficient
space for air to circulate around the unit.
Please completely disconnect the power when the unit is not in use to avoid wasting electricity.

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1.1 INTRODUCTION
This Encoder is designed for high-quality, IP routable, AV extension with virtually zero latency. The unit is capable of transmitting AV
and other data for long extension, enhancing the flexibility of any installation. By using a sophisticated ultra-light compression scheme
(lossless for most content) it is a great solution for extending 4K audio/video streams (HDMI or DisplayPort) and data. Advanced HDMI
content, such as HDR (High Dynamic Range), 10-bit color and multi-channel HD Bitstream audio, can be transmitted in pass-through
mode.
For the copper encoder, the use of high-quality, 10-Gbps Ethernet ports and Cat.6A or better cable allows for point-to-point transmission
of the video signal up to 100m.
For the fiber encoder, the use of interchangeable, field replaceable, SFP+ modules allows for transmission distances of up to 30km.
(Maximum transmission distance depends on the SFP+ modules used.)
Multiple control and data signals may also be transmitted along with the audio and video, including IR, RS-232, and Ethernet.
When combined with the optional MCX Gen2 Controller,or control software, the functionality of the Transceiver expands exponentially.
Multiple encoders/decoders may be combined with one or more 10-Gigabit fiber Ethernet switches. The units can be used together to
form a distributed video matrix, a multi-viewer system, or a video wall system. This AV network capability provides flexibility in large event
installations.
The integrated USB hub of each decoder can be congured to be in USB Host or Device Mode. It can function as a simple point-to-
point KVM extension, freely routed between any two endpoints, or it can be congured into a special “Simultaneous” mode, allowing
up to 7 Host Mode units to extend their USB ports to a single Device Mode unit. This type of USB KVM routing exibility enables a
wide range of multi-user, control room, or on-demand installation scenarios.
The built-in EDID and HDCP management functionality enables the unit to fit into every video distribution situation. Basic configuration
of the unit can be achieved via front panel buttons with an OSD (On-Screen Display). Advanced control requires the optional MCX Gen2
controller, or control software, and a LAN connection.
1.2 APPLICATIONS
Video, Audio, LAN, IR, and USB over copper cable or fiber extension
Long distance data and video transmission immune to RF interference
Point-to-point secure video conferencing
Hotel or convention center display
Multi-monitor broadcast
Distributed video matrix system
Distributed video wall system
Remote KVM system control
1.3 PACKAGE CONTENTS
(1) UHD+ copper or fiber transmitter
(1) 12V/3A DC power adapter
(1) Power cord
(1) IR emitter

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1.4 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
HDMI or DisplayPort source equipment, such as a media player, video game console, PC, or set-top box
HDMI receiving equipment, such as an HDTV, monitor, or audio amplifier
Analog audio receiving equipment, such as headphones, an audio amplifier, or powered speakers
A 10-Gbps Ethernet network switch with jumbo frame and IGMP snooping support is required for distributed video systems. (Optional,
required for multi-encoder/decoder copper systems)
A 10-Gbps fiber Ethernet network switch with jumbo frame and IGMP snooping support is required for distributed video systems.
(Optional, required for multi-encoder/decoder fiber systems)
IEEE 802.3ae compatible SFP+ fiber module supporting a dual-optical fiber connection style, such as LC, or a pre-terminated crossover
dual-optical fiber cable (required for fiber encoder)
Note: Single-mode and multi-mode support is dependent on the SFP+ modules used
MCX Gen2 Controller or control software to configure distributed matrix, video wall or multi-view systems (Optional)

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1.5 FEATURES
HDMI 2.0 and DVI 1.0 compatible
HDCP 2.2 and HDCP 1.x compliant
(1) HDMI and (1) Type C input, (1) HDMI output, (1) analog stereo
IP switchable with minimum latency (requires optional MCX Gen2 controller or control software)
Ultra-light compression, lossless for most content
Extension up to 100m in point-to-point mode (with CAT.6A cable for copper encoder)
Extension up to 30km (maximum distance depends on the SFP+ module and type of fiber used for fiber encoder)
Supports independent breakaway A/V matrix switching with minimum latency, video wall generation, and multi-view compositing
(requires optional MCX Gen2 controller/control software)
Supports pass-through of 10/12-bit HDR sources (point-to-point and bypass modes only)
Supports pass-through of audio formats including LPCM (up to eight channels), Bitstream and HD Bitstream from HDMI or DP sources
AV, IR, RS-232, USB 2.0, and ethernet extension
Unit can be powered directly by PoE when connected to a 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) switch that provides PoE (802.3at) (for copper
encoder)
Signal transmission interfaces with 10-Gigabit Ethernet switches via XFI (IEEE 802.3ae) compatible SFP+ fiber modules (for fiber encoder)
Basic configuration via front panel buttons with an OSD
Supports the use of an external control center (MCX Gen2 Controller) or control software to provide expanded functionality (Contact Black
Box for more information.)

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1.6 OPERATION CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS
1.6.1FRONT PANEL
TABLE 1-1. FRONT-PANEL COMPONENTS
NUMBER IN FIGURE 1-1 COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
1 (1) Power LED indicator Lights ON or OFF for Power
2(1) Status LED block
GbE LED: This LED will illuminate and blink to indicate a live and active connection
on the local gigabit Ethernet port.
VIDEO LED: This LED will illuminate Green when a video signal is live on the optical
fiber streaming port or illuminate Amber when streaming a detected input stream.
When no video is active, the LED will remain off, even if the streaming connection is
valid.
LINK LED: These LEDs will illuminate and blink to indicate data transmission and
reception activity across the optical fiber streaming connection.
USB LED: This LED will illuminate when the unit’s USB ports have successfully
paired with the USB ports on another unit. This LED will blink if the unit’s USB ports
are not currently paired and are in stand-by mode.
3 (1) Menu button Press to enter the OSD menu or to back out from menu items.
4(1) Menu button: - Minus button Press to move up or adjust selections within OSD menus. When not in a menu,
press to manually switch between encoder source inputs.
5 (1) Menu button: + button Press to move up or adjust selections within OSD menus. When not in a menu,
press to manually switch between decoder source inputs.
6(1) Enter/Info button When inside an OSD menu, press to confirm a selection or to go deeper into a menu
item. When not in a menu, press to activate the Information OSD.
FIGURE 1-1: FRONT PANEL

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FIGURE 1-2: REAR PANEL (COPPER)
FIGURE 1-3: REAR PANEL (FIBER)
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1.6.2 REAR PANEL

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TABLE 1-2. REAR-PANEL COMPONENTS
NUMBER IN FIGURE
1-2/1-3 COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
1 (1) HDMI Out Port Connect to an HDMI TV, monitor, or amplifier for digital video and audio output.
2 (1) HDMI In Port Connect to HDMI source equipment, such as a media player, game console, or set-top
box.
3 (1) Type C In Port Connect to Type C or DisplayPort-to-Type C source equipment, such as a PC or laptop.
4
(1) Cat5E/6/7 port
OR
(1) SFP+ port
Connect directly to a compatible encoder/decoder for point-to-point extension, or to a
10 Gigabit Ethernet switch for distributed matrixing (requires MCX Gen2 Controller or
control software) with a single Cat.5e/6/7 cable for extension of all data signals (for
copper encoder).
NOTE: If the connected network switch supports the IEEE 802.3at-2009 PoE
(Power over Ethernet) standard, this unit can optionally be powered directly via this
Ethernet port.
Insert a standard SFP+ module and connect the appropriate optical cable to allow
data transmission to a compatible transceiver or to a 10-gigabit optical fiber network
switch (for fiber encoder).
NOTE: The SFP+ module must support a dual-optical fiber connection style, such
as LC, or be pre-terminated dual-optical fiber cables. Single-mode and multi-mode
support is dependent on the SFP+ modules used.
5(1) Audio port
As OUT: Connect to powered speakers or an amplifier for stereo analog audio output.
As IN: Connect to the stereo analog output of a device, such as a CD player or PC.
NOTE: When the encoder and decoder are connected directly in a point-to-point
configuration, audio is routed directly to the opposite end’s Ports. Free routing can
only be configured by use of the optional MCX Gen2 Master Controller or control
software.
6(2) IR ports
OUT Port: Connect to an IR Blaster to broadcast IR signals from a connected
transceiver to devices within direct line-of sight of the IR Blaster.
IN Port: Connect to an IR Extender to receive IR control signals and extend them to
devices connected to a connected transceiver. Ensure that the remote being used is
within direct line-of-sight of the IR Extender.
NOTE: Currently, only 38KHz IR signal extension is supported.
7(1) RS-232 Terminal Block Connect directly to a PC, laptop or serial controllable device with a 3-pin adapter cable
to extend the RS-232 signal between transceivers.
8LAN Port Connect to an Ethernet supporting device or to your local network as appropriate to
extend the network between transceivers.
9DC 12V Port Plug the 12V DC power adapter into this port and connect it to an AC wall outlet for
power.

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1
2
3
FIGURE 1-4: IR EXTENDER CABLE PINOUTS
IR Extender Cable
Infrared
Power
Ground
FIGURE 1-6: 3-PIN TERMINAL BLOCK
1.6.3 IR CABLE PINOUTS
1.6.4 RS-232 PINOUT AND DEFAULTS
SERIAL PORT DEFAULT SETTINGSSERIAL PORT DEFAULT SETTINGS
BAUD RATE 57600
DATA BITS 8
PARITY BITS NONE
STOP BITS 1
FLOW CONTROL NONE
FIGURE 1-5: SERIAL PORT DEFAULT SETTINGS
NOTE: The default Serial Port baud rate can only be changed by use of the optional MCX Gen2 Controller or control software.
1
2
3
3-PIN TERMINAL BLOCK
GND
RxD
TxD

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1.6.5 OSD MENU
All functions of this unit can be controlled by using the OSD (On Screen Display) which is activated by pressing the [MENU] button on
the front of the unit. Use the [+] (PLUS), [−] (MINUS), and [ENTER] buttons to navigate the OSD menu. Press the [MENU] button to back
out from any menu item and then press it again to close the menu.
MAIN MENU
OSD
EDID
HDCP
DEVICE SETTING
INFORMATION
USB INFORMATION
FACTORY SETTING
FIGURE 1-7: MAIN MENU
The individual functions of the OSD will be introduced in the following section. Items marked in BOLD are the factory default settings.

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OSD
2ND LEVEL 3RD LEVEL
DISPLAY INFORMA-
TION
ON
OFF
INFORMATION TIM-
EOUT
OFF
10~40 SEC [10 SEC]
MENU TIMEOUT OFF
10~40 SEC [10 SEC]
MENU H POSITION 0~100 [10]
MENU V POSITION 0~100 [10]
FIGURE 1-8: OSD MENU
TABLE 1-3. OSD
SECOND LEVEL IN FIGURE 1-8 SELECTION DESCRIPTION
Display Information On/Off Enable or disable the Information OSD.
Information Timeout Multiple Set the display timeout for the Information OSD.
Menu Timeout Multiple Set the display timeout for the OSD Menu.
Menu H position Multiple Set the horizontal position of the OSD Menu.
Menu V Position Multiple Set the horizontal position of the OSD Menu.

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EDID
2ND LEVEL 3RD LEVEL
HDMI EDID INTERNAL 1 (FHD 2CH)
INTERNAL 2 (FHD MCH)
INTERNAL 3 (UHD 2CH)
INTERNAL 4 (UHD MCH)
INTERNAL 5 (UHD+ 2CH)
INTERNAL 6 (UHD+ MCH)
EXTERNAL A [HDMI OUTPUT]
EXTERNAL B [VOIP OUTPUT]
USER 1
USER 2
TYPE-C EDID INTERNAL 1 (FHD 2CH)
INTERNAL 2 (FHD MCH)
INTERNAL 3 (UHD 2CH)
INTERNAL 4 (UHD MCH)
INTERNAL 5 (UHD+ 2CH)
INTERNAL 6 (UHD+ MCH)
EXTERNAL A [HDMI OUT]
EXTERNAL B [VOIP OUT]
USER 1
USER 2
VOIP EDID EXTERNAL A
FIGURE 1-9: EDID MENU
TABLE 1-4. EDID
SECOND LEVEL IN FIGURE 1-9 SELECTION DESCRIPTION
HDMI EDID Multiple Select the EDID to send to the unit’s HDMI input.
Type C EDID Multiple Select the EDID to send to the unit’s DisplayPort input.
VOIP EDIC Multiple The EDID provided to Video over IP connections is always set to use the
EDID from the unit’s local HDMI output.

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This unit provides the following six default EDIDs:
UNIT’S DEFAULT EDIDS
FHD 2CH 1920×1080P@60HZ (4.95GBPS), 8-BIT COLOR,
LPCM 2.0
FHD MCH 1920×1080P@60HZ (4.95GBPS), 8-BIT COLOR,
LPCM 7.1 & BITSTREAM
UHD 2CH 3840×2160P@30HZ (10.2GBPS), 12-BIT DEEP COLOR,
LPCM 2.0
UHD MCH 3840×2160P@30HZ (10.2GBPS), 12-BIT DEEP COLOR,
LPCM 7.1 & BITSTREAM
UHD+ 2CH 3840×2160P@60HZ (18GBPS), 12-BIT DEEP COLOR,
LPCM 2.0
UHD+ MCH 3840×2160P@60HZ (18GBPS), 12-BIT DEEP COLOR,
LPCM 7.1 & BITSTREAM
FIGURE 1-10: DEFAULT EDIDS
NOTE: In some rare cases it is possible for custom or external EDIDs to cause compatibility issues with certain sources. If this
happens, it is recommended to switch to one of the six default EDIDs for maximum compatibility.

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HDCP
2ND LEVEL 3RD LEVEL
HDMI HDCP DISABLE
FOLLOW OUT
FOLLOW IN
FOLLOW API
TYPE C HDCP DISABLE
FOLLOW OUT
FOLLOW IN
FOLLOW API
VOIP HDCP FOLLOW IN
FIGURE 1-11: HDCP MENU
TABLE 1-5. HDCP
SECOND LEVEL IN FIGURE 1-11 SELECTION DESCRIPTION
HDMI HDCP Multiple
Selects the HDCP logic to use with the HDMI input.
Follow In: The input supports up to the HDCP version required by
the connected source.
Follow Out: The input supports up to the HDCP version supported
by the connected display.
Disable: HDCP support is completely disabled.
Follow API: Uses the HDCP setting dened by the MCX Gen2
Controller or control software.
NOTE: In a point-to-point conguration, “Follow API” will behave
the same as “Follow Out”, if the API hasn’t been manually
redened.
Type C HDCP Multiple
Selects the HDCP logic to use with the DisplayPort input.
Follow In: The input supports up to the HDCP version required by
the connected source.
Follow Out: The input supports up to the HDCP version supported
by the connected display.
Disable: HDCP support is completely disabled.
Follow API: Uses the HDCP setting dened by the MCX Gen2
Controller or control software.
NOTE: In a point-to-point conguration, “Follow API” will behave
the same as “Follow Out”, if the API hasn’t been manually
redened.
VOIP EDID Standard The Video-over-IP HDCP behavior is always “Follow In.”

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DEVICE SETTING
2ND LEVEL 3RD LEVEL
STATUS TRANSCEIVER
USB CONTROL
MODE
HOST
DEVICE
USB VIRTUAL HUB OFF
ON
HDMI OUT SOURCE INPUT 1 (HDMI)
INPUT 2 (DP)
INPUT 3 (VOIP)
VOIP OUT SOURCE INPUT 1 (HDMI)
INPUT 2 (DP)
INPUT 3 (VOIP)
HDMI OUT AUTO
MODE
OFF
AUTO SWITCH
VOIP OUT AUTO
MODE
OFF
AUTO SWITCH
FIGURE 1-12: DEVICE SETTING MENU
TABLE 1-6. DEVICE SETTINGS
SECOND LEVEL IN FIGURE 1-12 SELECTION DESCRIPTION
STATUS Transceiver
Displays the unit’s current operational mode.
NOTE: Due to this unit’s support of bi-directional transmission, the status
will always be set to “Transceiver.”
USB Control Mode Multiple
Enable or disable the USB 2.0 (Mini-B) port for connection to USB host devices,
such as a PC or laptop. Selecting [Device] enables the USB 2.0 (Mini-B) port.
Selecting [Host]disables the USB 2.0 (Mini-B) port.
NOTE: In a point-to-point extension conguration, only one of the two
transceivers should be set as a USB Device to avoid conicts.
USB Virtual hub Off/On
Enables or disables the “simultaneous connection” USB mode which allows
the PC/Laptop connected to this unit to be paired with the USB devices on up
to seven “Host” mode transceivers.
NOTE: Only available when USB Control Mode is set to “Device”. USB routing
can only be congured by use of the optional MCX Gen2 Controller or
control software and is not valid in point-to-point congurations.
HDMI Out Source Multiple Select the input source to display on the HDMI output.
VOIP Out Source Multiple Select the input source to transmit as an AV over IP stream.
HDMI Out Auto Mode Off/Auto Switch
Enable or disable the HDMI output’s automatic source selection mode. When
enabled, the unit will automatically switch the input routed to the local HDMI
output whenever a new source is detected or if the current source is lost.
VOIP Out Auto Mode Off/Auto Switch
Enable or disable the AVoIP streaming output’s automatic source selection
mode. When enabled, the unit will switch the input routed to the AVoIP output
whenever a new source is detected or if the current source is lost.

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INFORMATION
2ND LEVEL 3RD LEVEL
RESOLUTION [CURRENT SOURCE RESOLUTION]
STATUS [CURRENT TRANSCEIVER MODE]
FW VERSION [CURRENT FIRMWARE VERSION]
IP [CURRENT IP ADDRESS]
MAC [UNIT’S MAC ADDRESS]
SN [UNIT’S SERIAL NUMBER]
FIGURE 1-13: INFORMATION MENU
TABLE 1-7. INFORMATION
SECOND LEVEL IN FIGURE 1-13 SELECTION DESCRIPTION
Resolution Default Displays the unit’s detected source resolution
Status Default Displays the unit’s transceiver mode
FW Version Default Displays the unit’s rmware version
IP Default Displays the unit’s IP address
MAC Default Displays the unit’s MAC address
SN Default Displays the unit’s serial number

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USB INFORMATION
2ND LEVEL 3RD LEVEL
IP MODE [UNIT’S USB IP MODE]
IP [UNIT’S USB IP ADDRESS]
MAC [UNIT’S USB MAC ADDRESS]
PAIR MAC 1
[USB MAC ADDRESSES OF
CONNECTED USB SOURCES]
PAIR MAC 2
PAIR MAC 3
PAIR MAC 4
PAIR MAC 5
PAIR MAC 6
PAIR MAC 7
FIGURE 1-14: USB INFORMATION MENU
TABLE 1-8. USB INFORMATION
SECOND LEVEL IN FIGURE 1-14 SELECTION DESCRIPTION
IP Mode Default Displays the unit’s USB IP mode
IP Default Displays the unit’s USB IP address
MAC Default Displays the unit’s USB MAC address
PAIR MAC 1-7 Default Displays the unit’s USB addresses of connected USB sources
FACTORY SETTING
2ND LEVEL 3RD LEVEL
ARE YOU SURE? NO
YES
FIGURE 1-15: FACTORY SETTING MENU
TABLE 1-9. FACTORY INFORMATION
SECOND LEVEL IN FIGURE 1-15 SELECTION DESCRIPTION
Are you sure? No/Yes
Selecting [Yes] will reset the unit’s settings back to their factory defaults.
Selecting [No] will keep the current settings.

1.6.6 BASIC AV EXTENSION
1.6.6.1 POINT-TO-POINT (ONE WAY)
The most basic extension conguration available is a point-to-point system with a single transceiver unit acting as an encoder
connected directly to a single transceiver unit acting as a decoder. In this conguration the HDMI/DP input on the encoder side
is transmitted to the connected decoder side without modication to the audio or video format. The analog stereo audio input on
the encoder transfers audio directly to the analog stereo audio output on the decoder. The LAN, RS-232 and IR ports form direct
connections between the encoder and decoder as well. This conguration is ideal for basic video extension as well as remote KVM
applications.
NOTE: These congurations do not use or require an external control center, such as the MCX Gen2 Controller, to function. No audio
insertion/extraction is performed in these congurations.
Fiber Cable
FIGURE 1-16: COPPER POINT-TO-POINT (ONE WAY)
Fiber Cable
FIGURE 1-17: FIBER POINT-TO-POINT (ONE WAY)
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1.6.6.2 POINT-TO-POINT (BI-DIRECTIONAL)
Another basic extension conguration is a bi-directional point-to-point system with the transceiver units at each end acting as both an
encoder and a decoder. In this conguration the HDMI/DP input on each side is transmitted to the opposite end of the connection for
output without modication to the audio or video format. The analog audio, LAN, RS-232 and IR ports form direct connections between
both ends as well. This conguration is ideal for long distance, secure, xed-point video conferencing applications.
FIGURE 1-18: COPPER POINT-TO-POINT (BI-DIRECTIONAL)
FIGURE 1-19: FIBER POINT-TO-POINT (BI-DIRECTIONAL)
NOTE: These congurations do not use or require an external control center, such as the MCX Gen2 Controller, to function. No audio
insertion/extraction is performed in these congurations.
Fiber cable
Fiber cable