Extron electronics IN1804 Series User manual

User Guide
IN1804 Series
Scalers
Seamless Scaling Switchers
68-3274-01 Rev. C
01 20
Preliminary

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.
Sicherheitsanweisungen • Deutsch
WARNUNG: Dieses Symbol auf dem Produkt soll den Benutzer darauf
aufmerksam machen, dass im Inneren des Gehäuses dieses Produktes
gefährliche Spannungen herrschen, die nicht isoliert sind und die einen
elektrischen Schlag verursachen können.
VORSICHT: Dieses Symbol auf dem Produkt soll dem Benutzer in
der im Lieferumfang enthaltenen Dokumentation besonders wichtige
Hinweise zur Bedienung und Wartung (Instandhaltung) geben.
Weitere Informationen über die Sicherheitsrichtlinien, Produkthandhabung,
EMI/EMF-Kompatibilität, Zugänglichkeit und verwandte Themen finden Sie in
den Extron-Richtlinien für Sicherheit und Handhabung (Artikelnummer
68-290-01) auf der Extron-Website, www.extron.com.
Instrucciones de seguridad • Español
ADVERTENCIA: Este símbolo, , cuando se utiliza en el producto,
avisa al usuario de la presencia de voltaje peligroso sin aislar dentro del
producto, lo que puede representar un riesgo de descarga eléctrica.
ATENCIÓN: Este símbolo, , cuando se utiliza en el producto, avisa
al usuario de la presencia de importantes instrucciones de uso y
mantenimiento recogidas en la documentación proporcionada con el
equipo.
Para obtener información sobre directrices de seguridad, cumplimiento
de normativas, compatibilidad electromagnética, accesibilidad y temas
relacionados, consulte la Guía de cumplimiento de normativas y seguridad
de Extron, referencia 68-290-01, en el sitio Web de Extron, www.extron.com.
Instructions de sécurité • Français
AVERTISSEMENT : Ce pictogramme, , lorsqu’il est utilisé sur le
produit, signale à l’utilisateur la présence à l’intérieur du boîtier du
produit d’une tension électrique dangereuse susceptible de provoquer
un choc électrique.
ATTENTION : Ce pictogramme, , lorsqu’il est utilisé sur le produit,
signale à l’utilisateur des instructions d’utilisation ou de maintenance
importantes qui se trouvent dans la documentation fournie avec le
matériel.
Pour en savoir plus sur les règles de sécurité, la conformité à la
réglementation, la compatibilité EMI/EMF, l’accessibilité, et autres sujets
connexes, lisez les informations de sécurité et de conformité Extron, réf.
68-290-01, sur le site Extron, www.extron.com.
Istruzioni di sicurezza • Italiano
AVVERTENZA: Il simbolo, , se usato sul prodotto, serve ad
avvertire l’utente della presenza di tensione non isolata pericolosa
all’interno del contenitore del prodotto che può costituire un rischio di
scosse elettriche.
ATTENTZIONE: Il simbolo, , se usato sul prodotto, serve ad avvertire
l’utente della presenza di importanti istruzioni di funzionamento e
manutenzione nella documentazione fornita con l’apparecchio.
Per informazioni su parametri di sicurezza, conformità alle normative,
compatibilità EMI/EMF, accessibilità e argomenti simili, fare riferimento
alla Guida alla conformità normativa e di sicurezza di Extron, cod. articolo
68-290-01, sul sito web di Extron, www.extron.com.
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Copyright
© 2018-2020 Extron Electronics. All rights reserved. www.extron.com
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Electronics (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, Flat Field, FlexOS, Glitch Free. Global
Configurator, GlobalScripter, GlobalViewer, Hideaway, HyperLane, IPIntercom, IPLink, KeyMinder, LinkLicense, LockIt, MediaLink,
MediaPort, NetPA, PlenumVault, PoleVault, PowerCage, PURE3, Quantum, ShareLink, Show Me, SoundField, SpeedMount, SpeedSwitch,
StudioStation, SystemINTEGRATOR, TeamWork, TouchLink, V-Lock, VideoLounge, 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), Auto-Image, 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), eLink, 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: 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
この装置は、クラスＡ情報技術装置です。 この装置を家庭環境で使用すると、電波妨害を引き
起こすことがあります。 その場合には使用者が適切な対策を講ずるよう要求されることがあります。
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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.
TIP: A tip provides a suggestion to make working with the application easier.
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]
E X! *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 slanted form 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 http://www.extron.com/technology/glossary.aspx.

viiIN1804 Seamless Scaling Switchers • Contents
Contents
Introduction ................................................... 1
About this Guide................................................. 1
Product Description............................................ 1
Models ........................................................... 1
Integrated Digital Twisted Pair Extension......... 2
Features ............................................................. 2
Control Methods................................................. 6
Application Diagrams.......................................... 7
Installation ..................................................... 9
Installation Overview ........................................... 9
Rear Panel Connections ................................... 10
Connection Details ........................................... 16
Analog Audio Connections ........................... 16
HDMI Connections ....................................... 17
Twisted Pair Recommendations for DTP2,
XTP, and HDBaseT Communication............. 18
Wiring the Contact/Tally Connectors............. 19
Connecting Using an SM Cable.................... 20
Operation ..................................................... 21
Front Panel Overview........................................ 21
Powering Up .................................................... 22
Selecting an Input............................................. 22
Using the On-Screen Menu System.................. 22
Menu Selection Buttons................................ 22
Menu Overview............................................. 23
Using the Menu Screens............................... 24
Device Info Screen........................................ 25
Quick Setup Submenu.................................. 26
Picture Controls Submenu............................ 27
Input Submenu............................................. 29
Output Submenu.......................................... 32
Audio Submenu............................................ 35
Advanced Submenu ..................................... 37
Communication Submenu ............................ 40
Front Panel Lockout (Executive Modes) ............ 41
Input Presets .................................................... 42
Reset Modes.................................................... 42
RS-232 and IR Signal Insertion......................... 43
Ethernet to RS-232 Insertion ........................ 44
Captive Screw IR Signal Insertion ................. 46
Unidirectional RS-232 Insertion via SIS
Commands ................................................. 47
SIS Configuration and Control........................ 48
Host and Switcher Communication .................. 48
Copyright Information ................................... 48
Password Messages .................................... 49
Switcher-Initiated Messages ......................... 50
Error Responses........................................... 50
SIS Overview.................................................... 51
Using the Command and Response Tables .. 51
Symbol Definitions ........................................ 51
Command and Response Tables for IN1804
SIS Commands............................................... 60
Configuration Software..................................... 82
Software Installation.......................................... 82
Software Download Center Page.................. 82
Software Connection........................................ 84
Device Discovery Panel................................. 84
TCP/IP Panel................................................ 85
Offline Device Preview................................... 86
Software Overview............................................ 87
Software Menu ............................................. 87
Device Menu................................................. 90

IN1804 Seamless Scaling Switchers • Contents viii
Internal Web Page.............................................. 92
Accessing the Web Page.................................. 92
Disabling Compatibility Mode........................ 93
Web Page Components ................................... 94
Device Info Panel.......................................... 95
Inputs Panel.................................................. 95
Roles and Permissions Panel........................ 96
Device Status Panel...................................... 97
Outputs Panel............................................... 99
Firmware Panel............................................. 99
Network Settings Panel .............................. 100
RS-232 Panel............................................. 101
Reference Information ............................. 102
Mounting........................................................ 102
Tabletop Mounting...................................... 102
Rack Mounting ........................................... 102
Furniture Mounting...................................... 103
Downloading Updated Firmware..................... 103
Licensed Third-Party Software Used in the
Switchers ...................................................... 104

IN1804 Seamless Scaling Switchers • Introduction 1
Introduction
This section provides general information about this guide and the Extron IN1804. Topics in
this section include:
• About this Guide
• Product Description
• Features
• Application Diagrams
• Control Methods
About this Guide
This guide describes how to install, configure, and operate the unit.
In this guide, the terms “switcher” and “IN1804” are used interchangeably to refer to all
IN1804 models. The term “standard model” refers to the basic IN1804 containing no
twisted pair input or output. “Twisted pair models” refers to the IN1804 DI, IN1804 DO, and
IN1804 DI/DO.
Product Description
The Extron IN1804 is a compact, four input seamless scaling switcher that supports signal
resolutions up to 4K @ 60 Hz, with 4:4:4 chroma sampling. It incorporates Extron-patented
Vector 4K scaling technology specifically engineered for 4K signal processing applications.
It features DisplayPort and HDMI inputs with DI, DO, and DI/DO models that provide Extron
DTP2 extension of video, audio, and control signals up to 330 feet (100 meters) over a
shielded CATx twisted pair cable.
The IN1804 Series also provide automatic switching, audio embedding and de-embedding,
seamless transition effects, and logo keying. Designed for professional AV integration, the
IN1804 can be controlled and configured via Ethernet, RS-232, USB, and contact closure
with tally outputs.
Models
The IN1804 is available in the following models:
Model Description
IN1804 Standard model Inputs: 1 DisplayPort, 3 HDMI
Outputs: 2 HDMI
IN1804 DI DTP2 input Inputs: 1 DisplayPort, 2 HDMI, 1 DTP2/XTP
Outputs: 2 HDMI
IN1804 DO DTP2 output Inputs: 1 DisplayPort, 3 HDMI
Outputs: 1 DTP2/XTP/HDBT, 1 HDMI
IN1804 DI/DO DTP2 input and output Inputs: 1 DisplayPort, 2 HDMI, 1 DTP2/XTP
Outputs: 1 DTP2/XTP/HDBT, 1 HDMI

IN1804 Seamless Scaling Switchers • Introduction 2
Integrated Digital Twisted Pair Extension
The DTP2 inputs and outputs are proprietary signals that are created within any of
the Extron DTP Extender systems and transmitted over a single shielded twisted pair
(STP) cable. The IN1804 accepts DTP inputs from transmitting devices such as the
DTP T USW 333.
NOTE: Extron XTP DTP 24 shielded twisted pair cable is strongly recommended for
optimal performance.
• The IN1804 DI and IN1804 DI/DO can receive signals from remote DTP or DTP2
transmitters at a conference table, lectern, or wall.
• The IN1804 DO and IN1804 DI/DO can transmit to a DTP or DTP2 receiver or directly to
an HDBaseT enabled display device.
All twisted pair models can be integrated into an XTP II matrix switcher system. Additionally,
they can send power to selected DTP or DTP2 endpoints over the same shielded CATx
cable, streamlining system design and installation.
DTP transmitters and receivers are available in compact, low-profile enclosures, plus
decorator-style wallplate and floorbox versions to suit the installation requirements of a
specific application.
RS-232 and IR signal insertion
Bidirectional RS-232 and IR signals can be inserted from a control system and transmitted
over the single shielded CATx cable together with the video and audio, enabling control of
a source or display. The DTP2/XTP/HDBT output on IN1804 DO and IN1804 DI/DO can
be configured for compatibility with HDBaseT-enabled displays to send digital video and
embedded audio, plus bidirectional RS-232 and IR signals up to 330 feet (100 meters) over
a shielded CATx cable.
Matrix switcher integration
In addition to supporting DTP endpoints, the IN1804 twisted pair models can be integrated
into an XTP CrossPoint matrix switcher system. This enables facility-wide AV system
applications with a centralized AV signal distribution infrastructure, as well as several
presentation spaces with local AV switching and processing.
Features
• Integration of DisplayPort, HDMI, and audio sources into presentation
systems — All IN1804 models provide centralized switching for a wide range of AV
sources.
• DisplayPort, HDMI, and optional DTP2 inputs —
• IN1804 standard and IN1804 DO models feature one DisplayPort and three HDMI
inputs.
• The IN1804 DI and IN1804 DI/DO feature two HDMI, one DisplayPort, and one
DTP2 input.
• HDMI and optional DTP2 outputs —
• The IN1804 and IN1804 DI models feature dual mirrored HDMI outputs.
• The IN1804 DO and IN1804 DI/DO feature one DTP2 output and one mirrored
HDMI output.