Extron electronics MGP 641 xi Series User manual

User Guide
MGP 641 xi Series
Signal Processors
Multi-Graphic Processor
68-2396-03 Rev. A
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Safety Instructions
Safety Instructions • English
WARNING: This symbol, , when used on the product, is intended to
alert the user of the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within
the product’s enclosure that may present a risk of electric shock.
ATTENTION: This symbol, , when used on the product, is intended
to alert the user of important operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature provided with the equipment.
For information on safety guidelines, regulatory compliances, EMI/EMF
compatibility, accessibility, and related topics, see the Extron Safety and
Regulatory Compliance Guide, part number 68-290-01, on the Extron website,
www.extron.com.
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Trademarks
All trademarks mentioned in this guide are the properties of their respective owners.
The following registered trademarks (®), registered service marks (SM), and trademarks (TM) are the property of RGBSystems, Inc. or Extron (see the
current list of trademarks on the Terms of Use page at www.extron.com):
Registered Trademarks (®)
Extron, Cable Cubby, ControlScript, CrossPoint, DTP, eBUS, EDID Manager, EDID Minder, eLink, Flat Field, FlexOS, Glitch Free, GlobalConfigurator,
GlobalScripter, GlobalViewer, Hideaway, HyperLane, IPIntercom, IPLink, KeyMinder, LinkLicense, LockIt, MediaLink, MediaPort, NAV,
NetPA, PlenumVault, PoleVault, PowerCage, PURE3, Quantum, ShareLink, Show Me, SoundField, SpeedMount, SpeedSwitch, StudioStation,
SystemINTEGRATOR, TeamWork, TouchLink, V-Lock, VN-Matrix, VoiceLift, WallVault, WindoWall, XPA, XTP, XTPSystems, and ZipClip
Registered Service Mark(SM) : S3 Service Support Solutions
Trademarks (™)
AAP, AFL (Accu-RATEFrameLock), ADSP(Advanced Digital Sync Processing), AVEdge, CableCover, CDRS(ClassD Ripple Suppression),
CodecConnect, DDSP(Digital Display Sync Processing), DMI (DynamicMotionInterpolation), DriverConfigurator, DSPConfigurator, DSVP(Digital
Sync Validation Processing), EQIP, Everlast, FastBite, Flex55, FOX, FOXBOX, IP Intercom HelpDesk, MAAP, MicroDigital, Opti-Torque,
PendantConnect, ProDSP, QS-FPC(QuickSwitch Front Panel Controller), RoomAgent, Scope-Trigger, SIS, SimpleInstructionSet, Skew-Free,
SpeedNav, Triple-Action Switching, True4K, True8K, Vector™ 4K, WebShare, XTRA, and ZipCaddy

FCC Class A Notice
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to part15 of the FCC rules. The ClassA limits provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and,
if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is
likely to cause interference. This interference must be corrected at the expense of the user.
ATTENTION:
• The Twisted Pair Extension technology works with unshielded twisted pair (UTP)
or shielded twisted pair (STP) cables; but to ensure FCC Class A and CE
compliance, STP cables and STP Connectors are required.
• La technologie extension paires torsadées fonctionne avec les câbles paires
torsadées blindées(UTP) ou non blindées(STP). Afin de s’assurer de la
compatibilité entre FCC ClasseA et CE, les câbles STP et les connecteurs STP
sont nécessaires.
NOTES:
• This unit was tested with shielded I/O cables on the peripheral devices. Shielded
cables must be used to ensure compliance with FCC emissions limits.
• For more information on safety guidelines, regulatory compliances, EMI/EMF
compatibility, accessibility, and related topics, see the Extron Safety and
Regulatory Compliance Guide on the Extron website.
VCCI-A Notice
Battery Notice
This product contains a battery. Do not open the unit to replace the battery. If the
battery needs replacing, return the entire unit to Extron (for the correct address, see the
Extron Warranty section on the last page of this guide).
CAUTION: Risk of explosion. Do not replace the battery with an incorrect type.
Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.
ATTENTION : Risque d’explosion. Ne pas remplacer la pile par le mauvais type de
pile. Débarrassez-vous des piles usagées selon le mode d’emploi.

Conventions Used in this Guide
Notifications
The following notifications are used in this guide:
CAUTION: Risk of minor personal injury.
ATTENTION : Risque de blessuremineure.
ATTENTION:
• Risk of property damage.
• Risque de dommages matériels.
NOTE: A note draws attention to important information.
Software Commands
Commands are written in the fonts shown here:
^AR Merge Scene,,0p1 scene 1,1 ^B 51 ^W^C.0
[01] R 0004 00300 00400 00800 00600 [02] 35 [17] [03]
EX!*X1&*X2)*X2#*X2!CE}
NOTE: For commands and examples of computer or device responses used in this
guide, the character “0” is the number zero and “O” is the capital letter “o.”
Computer responses and directory paths that do not have variables are written in the font
shown here:
Reply from 208.132.180.48: bytes=32 times=2ms TTL=32
C:\Program Files\Extron
Variables are written in italics as shown here:
ping xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx —t
SOH R Data STX Command ETB ETX
Selectable items, such as menu names, menu options, buttons, tabs, and field names are
written in the font shown here:
From the File menu, select New.
Click the OK button.
Specifications Availability
Product specifications are available on the Extron website, www.extron.com.
Extron Glossary of Terms
A glossary of terms is available at https://www.extron.com/technology/glossary.aspx.

viiMGP 641 xi Series • Contents
Contents
Introduction............................................................ 1
About this Guide................................................. 1
About the MGP 641 xi Series Multi-Graphic
Processors ........................................................ 1
Models ........................................................... 1
Features ............................................................. 2
Application Diagrams.......................................... 5
MGP 641 xi Application Diagram .................... 5
MGP 641 xi SDI Application Diagrams............ 6
Ultra-high Resolution Support............................. 7
DTP Support ...................................................... 7
Audio.................................................................. 7
SDI Embedded Audio (xi SDI Model Only)....... 8
Installation.............................................................. 9
Installation Overview ........................................... 9
Rear Panel Features and Connections.............. 10
Installing the LockIt HDMI Cable Lacing
Brackets.......................................................... 13
Twisted Pair Recommendations for DTP, XTP,
and HDBT Communication.............................. 14
RS-232 Signal Insertion .................................... 14
Connecting for Ethernet to RS-232
Insertion ...................................................... 15
Operation.............................................................. 16
Front Panel Features......................................... 16
Power-up and Default Cycle ............................. 17
Selecting a Window and Input .......................... 18
Window Select Buttons ................................ 18
Muting and Freezing a Window......................... 19
Mute............................................................. 19
Freeze .......................................................... 19
Presets............................................................. 19
Window Presets ........................................... 19
Input Presets ................................................ 21
Picture Controls................................................ 22
Adjusting the Picture Controls....................... 22
Picture Controls Summary ............................ 23
Menus, Configuration, and Adjustments ........... 24
Menu System Overview ................................ 24
Input Configuration Menu ............................. 26
Output Configuration Menu........................... 27
Window Configuration Menu......................... 30
Image/Logo Configuration Menu................... 32
Advanced Configuration Menu...................... 34
Comm Settings Menu................................... 38
Additional Functions ......................................... 39
HDCP Authorization...................................... 39
Locking the Front Panel (Executive Mode)..... 40
Resetting ...................................................... 40
On-screen Annotation....................................... 42
LinkLicense .................................................. 42
On-screen Annotation Functions................... 42
Remote Configuration and Control................ 43
Host and Processor Communication ................ 43
Connecting the MGP to the host .................. 43
Initial Power Up Messages............................ 44
Password Messages .................................... 44
Processor-initiated Messages ....................... 45
Error Responses........................................... 45
SIS Overview .................................................... 45
Using the Command and Response
Tables.......................................................... 45
Symbol Definitions ........................................ 46
Command and Response Table for
MGP 641 xi Series SIS Commands ................. 52
Command and Response Table for IP SIS
Commands ..................................................... 74
Videowall Configuration Software (VCS)
Program .......................................................... 82
Downloading VCS from the Website ............. 82
Starting the Configuration Program .............. 84

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HTML Configuration and Control................... 88
Accessing the Web Page.................................. 88
Web Page Components ................................... 89
Ports and Settings Panel .............................. 90
Device Utilities Panel..................................... 90
I/O Ports....................................................... 99
Outputs Panel............................................. 100
Reference Information .................................... 101
Best Practices for Cleaning Your Extron Products.
101
Mounting the MGP 641 xi Series Processor.... 102
Tabletop Use .............................................. 102
Rack Mounting ........................................... 102
Updating the Firmware ................................... 103
Determining the Firmware Version............... 103
Downloading the Firmware ......................... 105
Uploading the Firmware to the MGP 641 xi
Series ........................................................ 107

MGP 641 xi Series • Introduction 1
Introduction
This section provides an overview of the MGP 641 xi Series Multi-Graphic Processors,
including information about the following:
• About this Guide
• About the MGP 641 xi Series Multi-Graphic Processors
• Features
• Application Diagrams
About this Guide
This guide discusses how to install, configure, and operate the Extron
MGP 641 xi Series processors.
Throughout the guide, the terms “MGP,” and “processor” are used interchangeably to refer
to either of the products.
About the MGP 641 xi Series Multi-Graphic Processors
The Extron MGP 641 xi Series are multi-window processors that scale and present up to
four 4K @ 60 Hz source signals on a single screen. They feature advanced Extron Vector 4K
scaling technology for high image quality. The HDCP 2.3-compliant processors include four
HDMI 2.0 inputs and an additional HDMI background input for presenting live, non-scaled
content behind source windows. The MGP 641 xi SDI model additionally has four SDI
inputs. HDMI and DTP 4K @ 60 Hz outputs deliver duplicate signals to local and remote
displays. Fully customizable window layouts, logo and video keying, and window transition
effects enhance presentation of the source content. Source and output rotation enable use
with portrait displays, and audio de-embedding simplifies integration. Configurations can be
saved as presets and recalled as needed.
The MGP 641 xi Series processors can be controlled and configured remotely using the
Extron Simple Instruction Set (SIS) commands via the RS-232, USB, or Ethernet LAN
connections, the Videowall Configuration Software (VCS) via an Ethernet LAN or USB, the
MGP 641 xi Series embedded web pages, and the front panel buttons and knobs.
Models
The MGP 641 xi Series consists of two models: MGP 641 xi and MGP 641 xi SDI. Both
models have four HDMI inputs and one live HDMI background input. The MGP 641 xi SDI
model has, in addition, four SDI inputs.
Both models have two outputs: one HDMI and one DTP3. On the front panel, both models
have one USB-C configuration port.

MGP 641 xi Series • Introduction 2
Features
• Displays up to four source windows on a single screen with a live or static
background — Simplifies system design by reducing the need for multiple displays.
• Four HDMI 2.0 inputs
• Four SDI inputs (MGP xi SDI model only)
• HDMI 2.0 background input — A dedicated, non-scaled input accepts live
background content from an HDMI source.
• HDMI 2.0 and DTP3 outputs — Both models feature one HDMI output and a
duplicate buffered DTP3 output.
• Supports resolutions up to 4K/60 @ 4:4:4 — Supports HDMI 2.0 input and output
signals up to 4096 x 2160 at 60 Hz with 4:4:4 color sampling.
• Supported HDMI 2.0 specification features include data rates up to 18 Gbps,
Deep Color, and HD lossless audio formats
• Advanced Extron Vector 4K scaling engine — The Vector 4K scaling engine
is specifically designed for critical-quality 4K imagery, with image upscaling and
downscaling.
• Multiple window transition effects — Windows can be transitioned into and out of
the window preset using dissolve and cut effects.
• Integrated DTP3 extension supports transmission of 4K @ 60 Hz video up to
330' (100 m) over a shielded CATx cable
• Compatible with all DTP-enabled products, plus XTP CrossPoint matrix
switchers — Enables mixing and matching with desktop and wallplate endpoints, as
well as other DTP3-enabled products to meet application requirements. The MGP 641
xi Series processor can be integrated with XTP and XTP II CrossPoint matrix switchers
to provide connectivity between presentation spaces and a larger, facility-wide system.
• DTP output is compatible with HDBaseT-enabled devices — The DTP output can
be configured to send video and embedded audio, plus bidirectional RS-232 signals to
an HDBaseT-enabled display.
• HDCP 2.3 compliant — Ensures display of content-protected media and
interoperability with other HDCP-compliant devices.
• User-selectable HDCP authorization — Allows individual inputs to appear HDCP
compliant or non-HDCP compliant to the connected source, which is beneficial if the
source automatically encrypts all content when connected to an HDCP-compliant
device. Protected material is not passed in non-HDCP mode.
• HDCP Visual Confirmation — When HDCP-encrypted content is transmitted to a
non-HDCP compliant display, green video is sent to the display for immediate visual
confirmation that protected content cannot be viewed on that display.
• Key Minder continuously verifies HDCP compliance for quick, reliable
switching — Key Minder authenticates and maintains continuous HDCP encryption
between input and output devices to ensure quick and reliable switching in professional
AV environments, while enabling simultaneous distribution of a single source signal to
two or more displays.
• EDID Minder automatically manages EDID communication between connected
devices — EDID Minder ensures that all sources reliably output content at power up.
• Supports custom EDID and output resolutions — User-defined output resolutions
up to 600 MHz pixel clock can be supported by uploading custom EDID files or
capturing EDID from a display or other destination device.