Extron electronics System 4xi User manual

Extron • System 4 xi Switcher Series • User’s Manual • P/N 68-408-02 Rev. A
Configuration and ConnectionsSony Installation
SYSTEM 4xi
PROJECTOR COMMUNICATIONS KIT
ATTENTION!
PLEASE READ THIS DOCUMENT FOR IMPORTANT
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
THIS KIT HAS BEEN SHIPPED WITH THE FOLLOWING COMPONENTS:
Kit Type: SONY
Included Communications Adapter(s):
Quantity Part Number Description
1 26-312-01 ADP, SONY CCQ ADAPTER
THE TABLE BELOW LISTS THE POSSIBLE CONFIGURATION(S) AND CORRESPONDING
COMMUNICATIONS ADAPTER(S) FOR YOUR PROJECTOR MANUFACTURER’S VARIOUS
MODELS. PLEASE NOTE THAT YOUR SWITCHER HAS BEEN CONFIGURED AS
INDICATED BY THE “✔”IN THE “CONFIG AS” COLUMN. IF YOUR PROJECTOR MODEL
DIFFERS FROM THIS CONFIGURATION, YOU MUST RECONFIGURE YOUR SWITCHER
WITH THE CORRECT SETTINGS.
PLEASE REFER TO THE FOLLOWING PAGES FOR COMPLETE CONFIGURATION AND
SIGNAL CONNECTION INSTRUCTIONS.
THIS SWITCHER HAS BEEN CONFIGURED FOR: SONY
CONFIG MODEL SW1 SW2 SW3 SW4 SW5 SW6 PROJ COMM
AS 1 2 3 4 CABLE ADAPTER
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Extron • System 4 xi Switcher Series • User’s Manual • P/N 68-408-02 Rev. A
Sony Installation Configuration and Connections
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Connecting System 4xi to Sony
If the System 4xi is already configured for a Sony projector, go to step 4. If it is
not set up correctly, it will be necessary to change switch settings on the
System 4xi ’s Main Controller Board. Begin at Step 1 to verify the correct
configuration.
1. Use the Front Panel to display the Information Menu to verify that the System 4xi
is already set up for the Sony projector. Apply power to the System 4xi and do
the following:
a. Press to display the MENU SELECT on the LCD screen.
b. Press or to step to Menu 8.
c. Press to select this menu.
d. Press or to display the configuration. The example to the left is general,
yours will show the System 4xi model name, the software version and the
following information:
PRJ = SONY
PRJ BAUD = 9600
UNIT No. = 000
HST BAUD = 9600 (value depends upon setup Menu 3)
2. Go to the procedure on page 2-3 of the System 4 xi User’s Manual to remove the
System 4xi cover. Then go to page 2-4 and refer to the configuration below to
set up the Main Controller board. Continue with Step 3 (below) when the
configuration is correct.
Config Projector SW1: 1-2-3-4 SW2 SW3 SW4 SW5 SW6 Prj Cable Comm
as Adapter
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3. Double-check your work and be sure the System 4xi cover is on securely.
4. Install the System 4xi in its place of operation (i.e. rack), but not powered on.
__________ Changes in some switch configurations are not detected until the power is
removed at the AC cord, and then restored.
Refer to the following connection diagram and continue.
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5. The Sony Comm Adapter (SY COM) has a 9-pin male connector that
accommodates the Comm Extension cable. It also has eight BNC connectors for
all video signals. Both control and video signals are combined in a cable with a
single, 14-pin connector. This plugs into the projector’s “Remote 1” connector.
6. Plug the 15-pin HD connector of the Projector Communications Extension cable
into the PJ Comm port on the System 4xi.
______ Secure all of the connector screws.
7. Plug the (4 or 5) BNC connectors from one end of the (user-supplied) RGBS/HV
cable onto the System 4xi output and those on the other end onto the matching
BNCs on the Sony connector panel.
System 4xi Series – Sony Projector Connections
Use the illustration below as a guide when connecting the System 4xi to a Sony
projector. Refer to Sony documentation to continue the installation.
____________ In a rack mount, do NOT allow the weight of the cables to be supported by the
System 4 xi . See page 2-5 for cabling guidelines.
____________ See the following pages for stacking Sony projectors.
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__________ For either of the following procedures, the projector(s) must be set up to use the
BNC input. This means the video signals will NOT go through the Comm Adapter.
Use the Sony Manual that came with the projector for the procedure for
removing the circuit board and resetting the switch. A simple illustration is also
included in the figure on the previous page.
Frequencies above 48 kHz (see previous illustration)
For a better quality picture at higher frequencies, don’t use the 14-pin cable for
the RGB signals; use the BNC connectors on the projector instead.
See note at the top of this page and use the diagram on the previous page for
the following steps.
7a. The Sony Adapter (SY COM) has one 9-pin male connector that
accommodates the Comm Extension cable. Do NOT use the eight BNC
connectors on the adapter. Only the control signals will go through the Comm
Adapter. Plug the single 14-pin connector from the adapter into the connector
marked “Remote 1” on the Sony connector panel.
8a. Plug the 15-pin HD connector of the Projector Communications Extension cable
(shown as CC 50') into the PJ Comm port on the System 4xi. The other end has
a 9-pin female connector. Plug this end into the 9-pin male D connector on the
SY COM adapter and secure the screws.
9a. Plug the BNC connectors on one end of the RGBS cable onto the System 4xi
output and those on the other end onto the matching BNCs on the Sony
projector.
Stacking Sony Projectors (see following illustration)
Sony projectors are sometimes “stacked” to provide increased brightness. This
technique uses two projectors which display the same image at the same time
on the same screen. To supply RGBS signals to two projectors, an Analog
Distribution Amplifier is required, as well as three, Hi-Res 5-BNC cables.
If the System 4xi is not already setup for Sony, follow steps 1 through 6 on the
previous pages. To parallel-connect the projectors, choose which projector will
be #1 and which will be #2, and continue.
See note at the top of this page and use the following illustration for the following
steps.
7b. Connect the Communications Extension cable from the System 4xi to the
adapter.
8b. Connect the SY COM adapter as shown on the following page. Do NOT use the
eight BNC connectors for the video signals; only the control signals will go
through the adapter. Plug the round, 14-pin connector into the projector
designated as “Projector #1” and turn the collar to secure it in place.
9b. Connect the color-coded, Hi-Res RGBS cable from the BNC outputs of the
System 4 to the input of the ADA.
10b.Connect the first output of the ADA to the BNC input of Projector #1.
Connect the second output of the ADA to the BNC input of Projector #2.
11b.Connect a “mini-phone” control cable from the “Controls Out” jack on
Projector #1 to the “Controls In” jack on Projector #2.
__________ This setup allows any commands, such as remote control, etc., received by
Projector #1 to be passed to Projector #2.

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System 4xi - Cable Diagram for Stacking Sony Projectors
Use the following diagram as a guide when connecting the System 4xi to two
Sony projectors. Refer to Sony documentation for further information.
Connecting the System 4 xi to Two Stacked Sony Projectors
Comm Adapter
SY COM
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