Datapath x Series User manual

Engineering the world’s best visual solutions
Quick Start Guide
Fx4-HDR
Fx4
Fx4-SDI
Hx4

CONTENTS
1 x multi-display controller
1 x mains power cable
1 x USB 2.0 cable Type A to Type B
HDMI Locks (Fx4-HDR x8, Fx4 - x2 with
DisplayPort model, x6 with HDMI Model, Fx4-
SDI - x1, Hx4 - x5)
2 x rack mount attachments
6 x rack mount screws
Thank you for purchasing the Datapath
x-Series multi-display controller. The aim
of this document is to quickly guide you
through the process of initial setup.
For detailed information, the User Guide
can be downloaded from
www.datapath.co.uk.
Fx4-HDR
Fx4 Hx4
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If any of the items are missing, please contact
Datapath for further instructions.
The x-Series multi-display controllers are not
supplied with input and output cables. Please
ensure you have the relevant cables to hand to
complete your project.
The latest version of the Wall Designer
software for Mac OS and Windows is available to
download from our website
www.datapath.co.uk.
Fx4 SDI
Hx4
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HDMI 1 HDMI 2
INPUTS
SYNC
IN OUT
DISPLAYPORT 1 2
MONITOR OUTPUTS
LAN USB 100-240V 1AMAX 50\60Hz 1A FUSE
MODEL 175
MADE IN ENGLAND
3
4
LOOP
STEP 1 CONNECT INPUTS
Connect your input source to the input connector on the rear of the
controller. The input connectors are clearly marked on the rear panel of your
controller.
Ensure cables are inserted correctly. It is recommended that locking cable
connectors are used where possible.
STEP 2 CONNECT OUTPUTS
Connect your display cables to the display output connectors on the rear of
your multi-display controllers.
The output connectors are clearly marked on the rear panel of your controller.
You can connect up to four displays to a single controller.
Some models also have a DisplayPort Out Loop. This is used when connecting
multiple controllers.
Ensure cables are inserted securely it is recommended that locking cable
connectors are used where possible.
Multi-display
Controller
HDMI
Inputs
SDI
Inputs
DisplayPort
Inputs
Fx4-HDR 3 - -
Fx4 2 - 1
Fx4-SDI 1 1 1
Hx4 1 - -
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STEP 3 CONNECT MAINS CABLE
When the power is switched on the multi-display controller will boot and
the LEDs on the front panel will ash for up to 15 seconds. Should the LED’s
continue to ash see the troubleshooting section at the end of this guide.
STEP 4 CONNECTING TO A PC
To successfully congure your multi-display controller, rstly install the Wall
Designer application on your PC by downloading the latest version from the
Datapath website www.datapath.co.uk.
When the controller has booted, connect it to your PC using the USB cable
provided. The controller is a plug and play device. Wall Designer will detect it
when the layouts are congured.
The multi-display controller can also be congured via a Network, (see Step 5).
HDMI 1 HDMI 2
INPUTS
SYNC
IN OUT
DISPLAYPORT 1 2
MONITOR OUTPUTS LAN
USB 100-240V 1AMAX 50\60Hz 1A FUSE
MODEL 175
MADE IN ENGLAND
3 4
LOOP
HDMI 1 HDMI 2
INPUTS
SYNC
IN OUT
DISPLAYPORT 1 2
MONITOR OUTPUTS LAN USB
100-240V 1AMAX 50\60Hz 1A FUSE
MODEL 175
MADE IN ENGLAND
3 4
LOOP
HDMI 1 HDMI 2
INPUTS
SYNC
IN OUT
DISPLAYPORT 1 2
MONITOR OUTPUTS
LAN USB 100-240V 1AMAX 50\60Hz 1A FUSE
MODEL 175
MADE IN ENGLAND
3
4
LOOP
HDMI 1 HDMI 2
INPUTS
SYNC
IN OUT
DISPLAYPORT 1 2
MONITOR OUTPUTS
LAN USB 100-240V
1AMAX 50\60Hz 1A FUSE
MODEL 175
MADE IN ENGLAND
3 4
LOOP
USP Port
Connect
Mains Cable
Switch on
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STEP 5 CONFIGURE VIA A NETWORK
Datapath multi-display controllers have either single or dual Ethernet
ports to allow users to add the controller to their network.
Controllers with dual Ethernet ports only require one multi-display
controller in any chain to be connected to a network. Ethernet
loop-through is supported on the second LAN port meaning
multiple devices can be connected.
Connect the controller to a network using a LAN connector then open
Wall Designer and create your display layout, (see Step 6).
HDMI 1 HDMI 2
INPUTS
SYNC
IN OUT
DISPLAYPORT 1 2
MONITOR OUTPUTS
LAN USB 100-240V 1AMAX 50\60Hz 1A FUSE
MODEL 216
MADE IN ENGLAND
3 4
LOOP
HDMI 1 HDMI 2
INPUTS
SYNC
IN OUT
DISPLAYPORT 1 2
MONITOR OUTPUTS
LAN USB 100-240V 1AMAX 50\60Hz 1A FUSE
MODEL 175
MADE IN ENGLAND
3 4
LOOP
HDMI 1 HDMI 2
INPUTS
SYNC
IN OUT
DISPLAYPORT 1 2
MONITOR OUTPUTS
LAN USB
100-240V 1AMAX 50\60Hz 1A FUSE
MODEL 216
MADE IN ENGLAND
3
4
LOOP
HDMI 1 HDMI 2
INPUTS
SYNC
IN OUT
DISPLAYPORT 1 2
MONITOR OUTPUTS
LAN USB
100-240V 1AMAX 50\60Hz 1A FUSE
MODEL 175
MADE IN ENGLAND
3
4
LOOP
Single Ethernet Ports
Dual Ethernet Ports
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STEP 6 WALL DESIGNER
Start | All Programs | Wall Designer |
When Wall Designer is opened, the following dialogue is displayed:
123 4
It is highly recommended that when using Wall Designer for the rst time, all users take the Quick Start Tour.
1Operation Modes: Select outputs, inputs, congure devices and check
the status of your multi-display controller.
2Quick Tour Dialogue.
3 Virtual Canvas.
4 Toolbar.
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WALL DESIGNER  SELECTING MONITORS
Click on the Monitors tab:
5 6 7 8
5Select your output manufacturer from the drop-down Output Selection list on the left.
Then select the model.
6 Choose the number of outputs by highlighting cells in the Add Outputs grid.
7 Select a Background Image to enhance the Virtual Canvas.
8Click Add Outputs and the selected outputs will populate the Virtual Canvas.
Open the Inputs tab.
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WALL DESIGNER  DEFINING INPUTS
Click on the Inputs tabs:
910
11
9Use the dropdown Inputs list to set up the input sources that are to be displayed
on your monitors.
10 Click on the Create button.
11 Use the drop-down list to select a Sample Source. This will oer a preview of what
the display wall will look like on the Virtual Canvas.
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WALL DESIGNER  CONFIGURING HARDWARE DEVICES
Click on the Devices tab:
12
14
13
12 Click on your model of multi-display controller to Auto-congure the device.
This will indicate how the displays are connected to the controller.
13
Right click of the virtual device and associate it with the physical device connected to
your PC or on the network. This will populate the Device Properties.
The Device Properties can be edited.
14 Click on Apply Settings to complete the conguration.
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16
11
WALL DESIGNER  VIEWING DEVICE STATUS
The Status Panel gives a summary of each associated device.
15 List of x-Series multi-display devices connected to your computer or LAN. Click on a device to
display its status information.
16
The status information panel displays a summary of the selected device. This includes details of the
Flash and Firmware versions, IP Address, serial number and the average running temperature of the
controller. Scroll down to view the status of each output.
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STEP 7 CONNECTING MULTIPLE DEVICES
Where more than four outputs are required, the Auto Congure function
in the Devices tab (12) will determine the most logical way to connect
all devices.
DisplayPort Out Loop
DisplayPort In
STEP 10 RACK MOUNTING OPTIONAL
Remove the stud screws on
the side of your controller.
Secure the rack mounts
using the screws provided.
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IP CONTROL PANEL
Your multi-display controller has a control panel that can be accessed via an
IP connection, simply type in the IP address of the controller into an Internet
browser and a control panel is displayed.
The control panel allows you to change properties and settings, manually
dene cropping regions or open the Wall Designer application.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Display Screens Turns Red
If all the display screens turn red, this indicates that there is an issue with HDCP
compliance. Check both the input source and the monitors are HDCP compliant.
Front Panel LED Lights Flashing Continuously
On start-up all three lights will ash. After a few seconds the ashing should stop
and the power light stays on permanently. If the light continues to ash this
indicates that the multi-display controller requires upgrading.
See the User Guide for details on how to upgrade your controller. This can be
found on the Datapath website www.datapath.co.uk.
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COPYRIGHT STATEMENT
© Datapath Ltd., England, 2019
Datapath Limited claims copyright on this documentation. No part of this
documentation may be reproduced, released, disclosed, stored in any
electronic format, or used in whole or in part for any purpose other than
stated herein without the express permission of Datapath Limited.
Whilst every eort is made to ensure that the information contained in this
Quick Start Guide is correct, Datapath Limited make no representations or
warranties with respect to the contents thereof, and do not accept liability for
any errors or omissions.
Datapath reserves the right to change specication without prior notice and
cannot assume responsibility for the use made of the information supplied.
All registered trademarks used within this documentation are acknowledged
by Datapath Limited.
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Datapath Ltd declares that the x-Series Display Controllers comply with the
essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directives 2014/30/EU,
2014/35/EU and 2011/65/EU.
A copy of our Declaration of conformity is available on request.
Datapath Limited
Bemrose House
Bemrose Park
Wayzgoose Drive
Derby, DE21 6XQ
UK
A full list of product compliance certications can be found
in the product User Guide.
CERTIFICATION
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
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Corporate Headquarters
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Wayzgoose Drive, Derby,
DE21 6XQ, United Kingdom
[phone]
[email protected].uk
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Suite 320, Norristown,
PA 19403, USA
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