ELPRO TZM883V Quick start guide

TZM883V 8x8 GRAPHIC MATRIX
●Variable time switching on the vertical
●Preview on output 8, programmable
●Control via RS232, Ethernet and IR
●8 recallable presets
●Saving of last configuration
●IR remote control (optional)
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INSTALLATION AND USE OF THE TZM883V
SUMMARY
1.0 OVERVIEW…………….………………………………………………………………………4
2.0 POWER SUPPLY ..........................................................................................................5
3.0 PRESETS ......................................................................................................................7
4.0 INSTALLATION .............................................................................................................7
4.1 Restart ...........................................................................................................................7
5.0 LOCAL CONTROL.........................................................................................................8
5.1 Signal switching .............................................................................................................9
5.2 How to save and recall a PRESET ................................................................................9
6.0 CONFIGURATION.......................................................................................................10
7.0 REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS .............................................................................13
8.0 CONNECTION TO REMOTE HOST............................................................................14
8.1 RS232 serial connection ..............................................................................................14
8.2 Ethernet connection.....................................................................................................14
9.0 COMMANDS FROM REMOTE HOST.........................................................................15
9.1 Video switching command ...........................................................................................16
9.2 Video switching on preview command .........................................................................16
9.3 Mute on preview output command...............................................................................17
9.4 Create preset command ..............................................................................................17
9.5 Preset recall command ................................................................................................18
9.6 Default configuration set/clear command.....................................................................19
9.7 Set/clear preview output command..............................................................................19
9.8 Set Seamless Times command ...................................................................................20
9.9 Connection status request........................................................................................21
9.10 Gobal status request..................................................................................................22
9.11 Seamless times request.............................................................................................23
9.12 Matrix identifier request..............................................................................................24
10.0 FIRMWARE UPGRADE ....................................................................................25
11.0 TECHNICAL DATA ....................................................................................................26
12.0 NOTES ......................................................................................................................27
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When installing the TZM883V unit, please read this handbook carefully.
The manufacturer shall not be held responsible for damage due to use, even
correct, of its products.
The data and characteristics of the product may be modified without prior
notice.
All updates and news regarding this products are published in our site
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1.0 OVERVIEW
Thank you for purchasing this product. Check the contents of the packaging
carefully. It contains:
- The TZM883V unit
- The power cord The IR remote control
(To be ordered separately)
- The instructions handbook
and certificate of conformity
The TZM883V is an 8X8 matrix for GRAPHIC signals from PC. It is possible
to also connect YCbCr/YPbPr component video signals on the three RGB
color components of the receptacle connector. The possibility of programming
output 8 as preview promotes extremely versatile use of the matrix in certain
multi-media applications. The possibility of saving and recalling 8
configurations via the keypad, serial line, Ethernet or IR remote control makes
the TZM883V highly versatile in presentation environments.
The TZM883V performs through blank switching. The switching time is user-
selectable to adapt more precisely to the characteristics of the destination.
This solution makes it possible to avoid the typical annoying effects of LCD
devices when a signal is switched at their input.
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2.0 POWER SUPPLY
The TZM883V unit must be powered at 90÷240 Vac 50/60Hz using the cable
provided. The socket of the cable must be inserted in the related panel plug
to the left on the back of the unit.
The panel plug is equipped with a fuse holder for 5X20 fuses. If the fuse
blows, replace it with one of the same rating as specified on the back of the
unit.
All operations must be carried out by qualified personnel only
who must be informed of the risks of electric shock.
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In some countries, the plug of the cable must be adapted to local standards.
The wires are coded as follows:
- Brown PHASE (Identified with the letter L, may be red)
- Blue NEUTRAL (Identified with the letter N, may be black)
- Yellow/Green GROUND (Identified with the letter E, may be green)
WARNING
Connection of the conductor to ground is compulsory!
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3.0 PRESETS
The unit does not feature user presets.
Presets for functioning of the unit can be made directly from the keypad
4.0 INSTALLATION
a) Make sure that all the units to be installed are off.
b) Connect the sources and the destinations according to the screen-printed
instructions on the rear panel.
4.1 Restart
At power-on of the machine, the firmware version installed is displayed and
the input/output connections are set according to the mode configured:
• Last status before power-off, or
• Default status (if configured as active).
At initial power-on, the unit switches to the factory configuration which
connects inputs and outputs with the same number (Input 1 with output 1,
input 2 with output 2, etc.).
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5.0 LOCAL CONTROL
Local control permits video switching and setting of the configuration
parameters for matrix functioning.
The double function buttons (TAKE, FUNCT, CANC and CHANGE) are used
in the matrix configuration phase.
The status of the matrix is shown on the display, indicating the video sources
switched on the destinations, whose number is screen-printed directly on the
front panel. For output 8, preview active information is also displayed.
Normal display is as follows:
1 2 3 4 5 • 7 8
P
Indicates that output 8
is used as preview
output
Inputs connected
to the VIDEO
outputs
Indicates that output 6 is not
connected to any input
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5.1 Signal switching
a) Press one of the 8 "INPUTS" buttons with built-in led to select a source.
The led lights up and the number of the source selected is shown on the
display. If output 8 has been configured as preview output, the signal of the
input selected is switched to this output
b) Press one of the 8 "OUTPUTS" buttons with built-in led switch the input
selected previously to the output.
The new status of the matrix is shown on the display.
5.2 How to save and recall a PRESET
The current status of the connections can be saved on one of the 8 presets
available. To save a preset, hold down one of the "INPUTS" keys
corresponding to the number of the preset to be saved for 2 seconds. The
following message is shown on the display:
Saving preset n
TAKE=yes CANC=abort
with which confirmation of the preset save operation is requested. Pressing
the TAKE key, this operation is performed; with CANC or another key, the
command is ignored.
To recall one of the 8 presets saved, hold down one of the "OUTPUTS" keys
corresponding to the number of the preset to be recalled for 2 seconds. The
following message is shown on the display:
Loading preset n
TAKE=yes CANC=abort
with which confirmation of the preset recall operation is requested. Pressing
the TAKE key, this operation is performed; with CANC or another key, the
command is ignored.
In this case, switching is not performed "through blank"
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6.0 CONFIGURATION
Certain TZM883V functioning parameters can be configured via the keypad
and with the aid of the LCD display. To activate the configuration phase,
press the buttons indicated in the screen-printing with MENU at the same
time, i.e. buttons INPUT 8 + OUTPUT 1.
Possible options are shown on the display and the second function of the
keys is activated:
TAKE Confirms the value set and moves to the next
FUNCT Moves to the next item
CANC Abort, or if pressed for 2 seconds terminates the configuration
phase without making any modification
CHANGE Modifies the value of the item selected
Options of the main menu:
• Setup, enters functioning parameter configuration.
• Default config., activates the default configuration with the current
status of the connections. The next time the matrix is switched on, the
currently set connections are applied.
• Exit, exits from this menu.
Move from one item to the next using the FUNCT key, confirming with the
TAKE key. Pressing of the CANC key in this phase causes exit from the
menu.
The Setup men comprises the following options:
Default configur.: Activates or de-activates the default configuration.
Select ENABLED or DISABLED with the CHANGE key and confirm with
the TAKE key.
(default value = DISABLED)
IR receiver: Enables or disables the IR receiver for the remote control.
Select ENABLED or DISABLED with the CHANGE key and confirm with
the TAKE key.
(default value = ENABLED)
Out preview: Enables or disables output 8 as preview output.
Select ENABLED or DISABLED with the CHANGE key and confirm with
the TAKE key.
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(default value = DISABLED, i.e. output 8 as normal output)
Seamless time: Out n Sets the "through blank" switching time for each single output. The
CHANGE key modifies the value for the output indicated, 300 msec,
500 msec, 1 sec, 2 sec.
Move to setting of the time for the next output with the FUNCT. key
The values set are confirmed with the TAKE key.
(default value = 300 msec. for all the outputs)
Backlight: Sets the value for backlighting of the display.
Select a value between 1 (minimum) and 5 (maximum) with the INPUT1
... INPUT5 keys.
Confirm with the TAKE key.
(default value = 4)
TAKE=save
CANC=abort Requests confirmation of the settings made. If confirmed with the
TAKE key, the parameters are saved in the non-volatile memory. The
CANC key cancels the settings made and restores the previous
settings.
In any case, moves to the next selection which makes it possible to
display (but NOT to modify) the parameters relating to Ethernet
communication
TAKE=exit
FUNC=view ethernet With the TAKE key, exits from setup and returns to normal functioning
mode of the matrix, while with the FUNC key, the main network
parameters set are displayed.
NOTE:
The network parameters displayed below are only some (the main) parameters set using
DST software, necessary to configure the network interface installed on the matrix. For a
more detailed description and for use of this program, refer to the document "LAN202 –
User Manual ".
The software and related documentation can be downloaded from the Elpro site
http://www.elprovideolabs.com/
IP address:
xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx Network IP address.
FUNC key to display the next parameter.
IP port:
xxxxx Number of the port used.
FUNC key to display the next parameter.
Subnet mask:
xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx Subnetwork address mask.
FUNC key to display the next parameter.
Gateway:
xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx Address for communications outside the local network
FUNC key to display the next parameter.
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IP protocol:
xxx Type of protocol used: TCp or UDP.
FUNC key to display the next parameter.
Connection timeout:
xx Connection timeout expressed in minutes
FUNC key to display the next parameter.
Routing mode:
xxxxxx Connection mode (master/slave) for network communication.
With the key FUNC, the option of exit from this display is redisplayed.
If the CANC key is pressed at any time for at least 2 seconds, the configuration phase is
exited with return of the matrix to normal functioning. Any modifications made are
cancelled.
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7.0 REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS
The unit is equipped with a receiver for the IR remote control. This must be
ordered separately (Cod. IRTZM883) .
WARNING
The remote control is of the self-teaching type. After inserting the
batteries and each time these are replaced, press
the "Set" key followed by key IN8 with white edge
The unit is shipped with reception from remote control enabled.
The following functions can be carried out with the IR remote control:
Keys Functions
V
A
A+V
Lock
Keys not active
INPUTS1...8 Selection inputs as from keypad
OUTPUTS1...8 Selection outputs as from keypad
preview Video
mute ON
De-activates video on the preview output
preview Video
mute OFF
Re-activates video on preview output
preview Audio
mute ON
Key not active
preview Audio
mute OFF
Key not active
SAVE/RECALL
+ key
INPUTS1..8
Saves status on preset 1…8
SAVE/RECALL
+ key
OUTPUTS1..8
Recalls preset 1…8
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8.0 CONNECTION TO REMOTE HOST
A remote host can be connected to the TZM883V on an RS232 serial line and
also via an Ethernet 10/100 base T network.
8.1 RS232 serial connection
The serial connection must be made with an RS232 cable crossed wired as
follows:
- TZM883V side sub-D9p.f. pin 2 RX, pin 3 TX, pin 5 GND
- Host (PC) side sub-D9p.f. pin 2 RX, pin 3 TX, pin 5 GND
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Data exchange via RS232 envisages:
speed 9600 baud, 8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop bit.
8.2 Ethernet connection
The TZM883V can be controlled from a LAN if suitably configured (IP address
IP, protocol, etc.).
The matrix does NOT permit direct configuration of network connection
parameters and the Ethernet module installed on the matrix must be
configured using appropriate software.
To do this, download from the Elpro site www.elprovideolabs.com both the
DST configuration software and the user annual of the network interface
LAN202 – User Manual
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In the Windows © environment, it is possible, for those applications that do
not directly interface IP protocols, to manage ELPRO appliances connected
via LAN, by creating virtual serial ports.
A virtual serial port is created associating a COM port, in addition to those
physically existing on the PC, to an IP address of the Ethernet/Internet
network.
This always possible via DST software.
9.0 COMMANDS FROM REMOTE HOST
Regardless of the type of connection used, all matrix functions can be
controlled through sending by a host of strings of hexadecimal and ASCII
characters.
The protocol requires:
- command strings, sent by the host to the matrix. These consist of ASCII
characters closed with the CR character (hexadecimal 0D). The matrix can
reply with the ACK confirmation character (hexadecimal 06) or with NAK
(hexadecimal 15) in the case of an error.
- status requests, sent by the host to the matrix. The matrix replies with a
string of ASCII characters closed with the CR character (hexadecimal 0D).
NOTE:
A command or status string is closed with a single CR character and not with
the pair of characters CR+LF that is normally sent when the ENTER key of
the keyboard of a PC is pressed.
The commands accepted by the matrix and related parameters are described
below; in the description of the commands, the control characters are
indicated as follows:
<CR> closing character of an ASCII command or status string
hexadecimal 0D
<ACK> positive response character to a command
hexadecimal 06
<NAK> negative response character to a command
hexadecimal 15
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9.1 Video switching command
To switch a video input towards an output, the host must send the following
sequence:
V 1 control character (Hex 56)
uu 2 characters that indicate the number of the output (from “01” to
“08”)
vv 2 characters that indicate the video input (from “01” to “08")
if vv = “00”, the video output will be set to high impedance
<CR> 1 end of string character(Hex 0D)
The matrix replies with:
<ACK>
<NAK>
if the command has been performed successfully
if transmission errors or invalid control parameters have been
detected
Example: to switch video input No. 1 on output No. 4, the following hexadecimal
characters must be sent on line:
56 30 34 30 31 0D
The matrix replies:
ACK (Hex 06) if the command has been performed successfully
NACK (Hex 15) if transmission errors have been detected
9.2 Switch video on preview command
A video input can be switched on the preview output if this has been
configured; the host must send the following sequence:
v 1 control character(Hex 76)
vv 2 characters that indicate the video input (from “01” to “08")
if vv = “00”, the video output will be set to high impedance
<CR> 1 end of string character(Hex 0D)
The matrix replies with:
<ACK>
<NAK>
if the command has been performed successfully
if transmission errors or invalid control parameters have been
detected
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Example: to switch video input No. 5 onto the preview output, the following hexadecimal
characters must be sent on line:
76 30 35 0D
The matrix replies:
ACK (Hex 06) if the command has been performed successfully
NACK (Hex 15) if transmission errors have been detected
9.3 Mute on preview output command
The mute condition can be set on the preview output, if configured. The host
must send the sequence:
M 1 control character(Hex 6D)
X 1 character that indicates the type of mute for the preview output:
"0" : mute off
"2" : mute video
<CR> 1 end of string character(Hex 0D)
The matrix replies with:
<ACK>
<NAK>
if the command has been performed successfully
if transmission errors or invalid control parameters have been
detected
Example: To set mute on the preview output, the following hexadecimal characters must
be sent on line:
6D 32 0D
The matrix replies:
ACK (Hex 06) if the command has been performed successfully
NACK (Hex 15) if transmission errors have been detected
9.4 Create preset command
Via a command from host, the matrix can create and perform up to 8 internal
presets. The presets are created by the current status of the matrix and are
maintained in the case of a blackout.
Remember that presets can be created and recalled also from the keypad of
the matrix. The presets are overwritten; therefore, the settings applied by the
host can cancel and replace those of the keypad and vice versa.
The host must send the following sequence:
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S 1 control character(Hex 53)
pp 2 characters that indicate the number of the preset to be saved
(from “01” to “08”)
<CR> 1 end of string character(Hex 0D)
The matrix replies with:
<ACK>
<NAK>
if the command has been performed successfully
if transmission errors or invalid control parameters have been
detected
Example: To save the current status of the connections on preset number 08, the host will
send on line the following hexadecimal characters:
53 30 38 0D
The matrix replies:
ACK (Hex 06) if the command has been performed successfully
NACK (Hex 15) if transmission errors have been detected
9.5 Recall preset command
Via a command from host, the matrix can activate one of the presets saved
previously.
The host must send the following sequence:
R 1 control character(Hex 52)
pp 2 characters that indicate the number of the preset to be recalled
(from “01” to “08”)
<CR> 1 end of string character(Hex 0D)
The matrix replies with:
<ACK>
<NAK>
if the command has been performed successfully
if transmission errors or invalid control parameters have been
detected
Example: To recall preset 5, the host will send on line the following hexadecimal
characters:
52 30 35 0D
The matrix replies:
ACK (Hex 06) if the command has been performed successfully
NACK (Hex 15) if transmission errors have been detected
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9.6 Set/clear default configuration command
When the default configuration is activated, the current status of the video
connections is set as default. At subsequent power-on, the matrix is set to
this configuration regardless of its status at power-off.
The host must send the following sequence:
C 1 control character(Hex 43)
X 1 character that indicates the enable status of the default
configuration:
"0" : de-activates the default configuration
"1" : activates the default configuration and sets the current
status of the connections as default
<CR> 1 end of string character(Hex 0D)
The matrix replies with:
<ACK>
<NAK>
if the command has been performed successfully
if transmission errors or invalid control parameters have been
detected
Example: To activate the default configuration, the host sends on line the following
hexadecimal characters:
43 31 0D
The matrix replies:
ACK (Hex 06) if the command has been performed successfully
NACK (Hex 15) if transmission errors have been detected
9.7 Set/clear preview output command
The host must send the following sequence:
p 1 control character(Hex 70)
x 1 character that indicates the enable status of the last output as
preview:
"0" : last output used normally
"1" : last output used as preview output
<CR> 1 end of string character(Hex 0D)
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The matrix replies with:
<ACK>
<NAK>
if the command has been performed successfully
if transmission errors or invalid control parameters have been
detected
Example: To program the last output as preview output, the following hexadecimal
characters must be sent on line:
70 31 0D
The matrix replies:
ACK (Hex 06) if the command has been performed successfully
NACK (Hex 15) if transmission errors have been detected
9.8 Set Seamless Times command
The seamless switching times can be set for each single output or for all the
outputs.
The host must send the following sequence:
W 1 control character(Hex 57)
uu 2 characters that indicate the number of the output for which to
set the time (from "01” to “08")
If uu = "00" the time is set for all the outputs.
t 1 character that indicates the wait time:
"0" : 300 msec.
"1" : 500 msec.
"2" : 1 second
"3" : 2 seconds
<CR> 1 end of string character(Hex 0D)
The matrix replies with:
<ACK>
<NAK>
if the command has been performed successfully
if transmission errors or invalid control parameters have been
detected
Example: To set a seamless time of 1 second for output 4, the following hexadecimal
characters must be sent on line:
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