Leightronix MINI-T-NX User guide

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Rack mount your MINI-T-NX, ensuring the ventilation holes on the side of the unit are
not covered.
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Do not remove power to the MINI-T-NX before turning the controller off in the same manner.
NOTE
Connect your system wiring to your MINI-T-NX according to the rear panel illustrations
below.
DEVICE: any resource controlled by PRO-BUS or integrated IR
IR PORTS: infrared transmitters integrated into the MINI-T-NX allow users to submit basic control
commands (PLAY, STOP, REWIND, RECORD) to two VCRs/DVD players
PRO-BUS: external, optional LEIGHTRONIX control interface scheme that allows users to submit basic
control commands (PLAY, STOP, REWIND, RECORD) to up to eight VCRs/DVD players
DEFINITIONS
Refer to the MINI-T-NX Manual for more detailed instructions.
For additional information on VCRs/DVD players compatible with the
integrated IR ports, contact LEIGHTRONIX.
NOTES
Turn on the MINI-T-NX by simultaneously pressing the right and left arrow keys on the
front panel for one second.
“PRO-BUS”Port: attach up to eight PRO-BUS device
interfaces in a daisy chain to the PRO-BUS port and
connect each interface to the corresponding VCRs and/or
DVD players. Perform the following steps (see PRO-BUS
manuals for more information):
1. Set each PRO-BUS interface’s dip switches to assign
each interface an address #. Number the interfaces
consecutively, starting with “01” at the interface
connected to the MINI-T-NX.
2. Set control mode dip switches on each interface.
3. If possible, ensure each device’s switcher input number
corresponds to its PRO-BUS address #.
4. Document your PRO-BUS/device setup.
Reserved for
future use
Ethernet Port: connect a straight-through or
cross-over cable (see page 2 of this quick guide
for instructions on configuring your MINI-T-NX
for Ethernet network access)
“IR Device Control” Ports:
connect the supplied IR transmitter
cables between the IR ports and
two LEIGHTRONIX-approved
VCRs and/or DVD players
Factory testing only
Power Cord Connector: attach the
included power cord to the power
connecter on the rear panel of the
MINI-T-NX, and then plug it into an
AC power source.
LEIGHTRONIX strongly recommends
the use of an Uninterruptable Power
Supply (UPS) with the MINI-T-NX and
all associated USB drives. Damage
from power loss or spikes is not covered
under warranty.
CAUTION
Video/Audio Inputs: connect your
VCRs, DVD players, studio/satellite
feeds, character generator, etc. to the
switcher input connectors.
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Users with the internal MPEG recorder option: any input switched to the
“Preview” Output is routed to the MPEG recorder as well as the preview monitor.
Output 1 Video/Audio Ports:
connect a destination, such as a
modulator, to the switcher Output 1
video/audio ports.
Preview Video/Audio Ports:
connect a television monitor to the
“Preview” video/audio ports to
conveniently view programming.
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To access a remote MINI-T-NX through the Internet, contact your ISP
service provider and network administrator for more information.
ENTERING TCP/IP ADDRESSES INTO MINI-T-NX FRONT PANEL
2. Enter each address into its corresponding entry screen:
IP address: “Edit unit IP Address” screen
Subnet mask address: “Edit unit Subnet Mask” screen
Gateway address: “Edit unit Gateway Addr” screen
3. The MINI-T-NX must be powered down and then powered back up to apply address changes (simultaneously
press and for one second to turn off and repeat to turn back on).
1. Enter front panel password according to the following steps:
a. Press the key to display the password entry screen.
b. Press the key 5 times to enter the factory-default password and display the “CONFIG MENU” screen.
NOTE
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TCP/IP Network
Scheduling &
Management
Software
10/100 Ethernet
Schedule Files
System Status & Log Files
NETWORK ETHERNET CONNECTION
Connect MINI-T-NX to an existing Ethernet TCP/IP Network per the following steps:
1. Obtain the following from your technical support personnel or network administrator and enter into the front
panel of your MINI-T-NX (refer to “Entering TCP/IP Addresses into MINI-T-NX Front Panel” below):
IP address
Subnet mask
Gateway address
2. Using a straight through RJ-45 Ethernet cable, connect the MINI-T-NX’s Ethernet port to a 10/100 BASE-T
hub or switch on the TCP/IP network.
3. Ensure the MINI-T-NX and PC have been properly configured for Ethernet network access by checking to see
that the yellow LED above the Ethernet port is on. If the yellow LED does not turn on, check the following:
Proper addresses have been entered into the MINI-T-NX front panel
A straight-through cable was used to attach the MINI-T-NX to the network
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Scheduling &
Management
Software
10/100 Ethernet
Schedule Files
System Status & Log Files
DIRECT ETHERNET CONNECTION
Connect MINI-T-NX directly to a PC per the following steps:
1. If necessary, install and configure a 10/100 BASE-T Ethernet Network Interface Card (NIC) on the PC. Refer
to the NIC documentation and technical support for further instructions.
2. PC NETWORKING ADDRESSES: obtain your PC’s TCP/IP networking IP address and subnet mask from
Windows (see the MINI-T-NX Manual or your computer manual for more detailed instructions).
3. MINI-T-NX NETWORKING ADDRESSES: Enter the following IP and subnet mask addresses into the front
panel of your MINI-T-NX (refer to “Entering TCP/IP Addresses into MINI-T-NX Front Panel” at right):
IP address: one number above your PC’s IP address (for ex., if your PC’s IP address is 10.255.9.15, set
your Controller to 10.255.9.16)
Subnet mask: your PC’s subnet mask address
4. Using a cross-over RJ-45 Ethernet cable, connect the MINI-T-NX Ethernet port to the PC’s NIC.
5. Ensure the MINI-T-NX and PC have been properly configured for Ethernet network access by checking to see
that the yellow LED above the Ethernet port is on. If the yellow LED does not turn on, check the following:
Proper addresses have been entered into the MINI-T-NX front panel
A crossover cable was used to attach the MINI-T-NX to your PC
Configure MINI-T-NX for Ethernet network access.
Two of the most common Ethernet connection
scenarios are described on this page.
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