Lightware UMX-OPT-TX150R User manual

UMX-OPT-TX150R
User’s Manual

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Class II apparatus construction.
The equipment should be operated only from the power source indicated on the product.
To disconnect the equipment safely from power, remove the power cord from the rear of the
equipment, or from the power source. The MAINS plug is used as the disconnect device,
the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
There are no user-serviceable parts inside of the unit. Removal of the cover will expose
dangerous voltages. To avoid personal injury, do not remove the cover. Do not operate the
unit without the cover installed.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects lled
with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus. No naked ame sources,
such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus. The appliance must be safely
connected to multimedia systems. Follow instructions described in this manual.
Ventilation
For the correct ventilation and to avoid overheating ensure enough free space around the
appliance. Do not cover the appliance, let the ventilation holes free and never block or
bypass the ventilators (if any).
WARNING
To prevent injury, the apparatus is recommended to securely attach to the oor/wall or
mount in accordance with the installation instructions.
WEEE ( Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment )
This marking shown on the product or its literature, indicates that it should
not be disposed with other household wastes at the end of its working life. To
prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled
waste disposal, please separate this from other types of wastes and recycle
it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources.
Household users should contact either the retailer where they purchased this
product, or their local government ofce, for details of where and how they
can take this item for environmentally safe recycling. Business users should
contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the purchase contract. This
product should not be mixed with other commercial wastes for disposal.
Caution: Laser product
INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION
AVOID DIRECT EYE EXPOSURE
CLASS 3R LASER PRODUCT
Radiated wavelengths:
778 nm, 800 nm, 825 nm, 850 nm, 911 nm, 980 nm
Output power <= 1 mW
Classified by EN 60825-1:2008
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Limited Warranty Statement
1. Lightware Visual engineering LLC (Lightware) warrants to all trade and end user
customers that any Lightware product purchased will be free from manufacturing defects in
both material and workmanship for three (3) years from purchase unless stated otherwise
below. The warranty period will begin on the latest possible date where proof of purchase/
delivery can be provided by the customer. In the event that no proof can be provided
(empty ‘Date of purchase’ eld or a copy of invoice), the warranty period will begin from the
point of delivery from Lightware.
1.1. 25G and MODEX product series will be subject to a seven (7) year warranty period
under the same terms as outlined in this document.
1.2. If during the rst three (3) months of purchase, the customer is unhappy with any
aspect of a Lightware product, Lightware will accept a return for full credit.
1.3. Any product that fails in the rst six (6) months of the warranty period will automatically
be eligible for replacement and advanced replacement where available. Any replacements
provided will be warranted for the remainder of the original unit’s warranty period.
1.4. Product failures from six (6) months to the end of the warranty period will either be
repaired or replaced at the discretion of Lightware. If Lightware chooses to replace the
product then the replacement will be warranted for the remainder of the original unit’s
warranty period.
2. The above-stated warranty and procedures will not apply to any product that has been:
2.1. Modied, repaired or altered by anyone other than a certied Lightware engineer
unless expressly agreed beforehand.
2.2. Used in any application other than that for which it was intended.
2.3. Subjected to any mechanical or electrical abuse or accidental damage.
2.4. Any costs incurred for repair/replacement of goods that fall into the above categories
(2.1., 2.2., 2.3.) will be borne by the customer at a pre-agreed gure.
3. All products to be returned to Lightware require a return material authorization number
(RMA) prior to shipment and this number must be clearly marked on the box. If an RMA
number is not obtained or is not clearly marked on the box, Lightware will refuse the
shipment.
3.1. The customer will be responsible for in-bound and Lightware will be responsible for
out-bound shipping costs.
3.2. Newly repaired or replaced products will be warranted to the end of the originally
purchased products warranty period
In case of defect please call your local representative or contact Lightware at
Lightware Sales:
[email protected]
[phone]
Lightware Support:
[email protected]
[phone]
Lightware Visual Engineering
Peterdy 15, Budapest H-1071, Hungary
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8. FIRMWARE UPGRADE .............................. 88
8.1. Install and Upgrade ................................... 88
9. TROUBLESHOOTING ................................ 94
10. APPENDIX ................................................ 96
10.1. specIfIcatIons .......................................... 96
10.2. MechanIcal drawIngs ............................... 99
10.3. factory defaUlt settIngs ...................... 100
10.4. factory edId lIst................................. 100
10.5. ascII table ........................................... 102
10.6. docUMent revIsIon hIstory.................... 103
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION ........................................... 7
1.1. box contents .............................................. 7
1.2. descrIptIon.................................................. 7
1.3. featUres ...................................................... 7
1.4. coMpatIble devIces ...................................... 9
1.5. typIcal applIcatIons ................................... 10
2. INSTALLATION........................................... 11
2.1. MoUntIng optIons ..................................... 11
2.2. connectIng steps ...................................... 12
2.3. connectIon of serIal devIces .................... 13
3. PRODUCT OVERVIEW............................... 15
3.1. UMx-opt-tx150r front vIew ................ 15
3.2. UMx-opt-tx150r rear vIew .................. 16
3.3. electrIcal connectors............................... 17
3.4. port dIagraM............................................. 18
4. TECHNOLOGIES........................................ 19
4.1. edId ManageMent ..................................... 19
4.2. hdcp ManageMent.................................... 20
4.3. pIxel accUrate reclockIng ....................... 22
5. OPERATION OF UMX-OPT-TX150R.......... 23
5.1. boot Up of UMx-opt-tx150r ................. 23
5.2. front panel leds..................................... 23
5.3. rear panel leds...................................... 24
5.4. InpUt selectIon .......................................... 25
5.5. vIdeo aUtoselect Mode ............................. 26
5.6. aUdIo aUtoselect Mode ............................. 28
5.7. edId ManageMent ..................................... 31
5.8. hdcp ManageMent.................................... 37
5.9. reload factory defaUlts .......................... 37
5.10. servIce MenU........................................... 38
5.11. reMote operatIon .................................... 40
6. SOFTWARE CONTROL – USING
LIGHTWARE DEVICE CONTROLLER ...... 44
6.1. Install and Upgrade ................................... 44
6.2. establIshIng the connectIon ...................... 45
6.3. crosspoInt MenU ....................................... 46
6.4. InpUt paraMeters settIngs wIndow ........... 47
6.5. oUtpUt paraMeters settIngs wIndow ........ 51
6.6. edId MenU ................................................ 52
6.7. settIngs MenU ........................................... 55
6.8. terMInal wIndow ....................................... 57
7. LW2 PROGRAMMERS’ REFERENCE ....... 58
7.1. serIal port settIngs ................................. 58
7.2. lw2 protocol descrIptIon ........................ 58
7.3. statUs and IdentIfIcatIon coMMands ........... 59
7.4. systeM coMMands ...................................... 60
7.5. edId roUter coMMands ............................ 67
7.6. control coMMands .................................... 70
7.7. error log related coMMands ................... 71
7.8. InpUt propertIes ........................................ 72
7.9. oUtpUt propertIes..................................... 82
7.10. error responses .................................... 85
7.11. lw2 coMMands - QUIck sUMMary.............. 86
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SYMBOL LEGEND
INFO
A notice which may contain useful information. Procedure can be successful without
reading it.
ATTENTION!
An attention which is recommended to read. Procedure can be unsuccessful without
reading it.
WARNING!
Important warning which is highly recommended to read and keep in every case.
TIPS AND TRICKS
Tips and tricks which you may have not known yet but can be useful.
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DOCUMENT INFORMATION
This User’s Manual applies to the following versions of the mentioned software, rmware, and
hardware:
Item Version
Lightware Device Controller (LDC) software 1.14.0b3
Lightware Device Updater (LDU) software 1.3.4b4
Controller rmware 1.0.4b1
Hardware 1.1
Document revision: 2.0
Release date: 16-06-2017
Editor: Judit Barsony
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1. Introduction
Dear Customer,
Thank You for choosing Lightware UMX-OPT-TX150R monitor extender.
The product is an all-round, universal video and audio transmitter for ever-changing
environments such as small board and conference rooms. The extender was designed to
handle digital and analog video and audio signals e.g. VGA, YPbPr, DVI and HDMI 1.3 with
analog stereo, 5.1 S/PDIF and even 7.1 HDMI embedded audio.
1.1. Box Contents
1.2. Description
Lightware’s UMX-OPT-TX150R is a universal video and audio transmitter. It was designed
to handle digital and analog signals for both video and audio e.g. VGA, DVI and HDMI 1.3
with analog stereo, 5.1 S/PDIF and even 7.1 HDMI embedded audio.
Analog signals are converted to digital formats with digital or digitized analog audio becoming
embedded in the video stream. The UMX-OPT-TX150R handles HDCP encryption and has
an HDCP enable/disable function.
Using factory, custom or transparent EDID emulation (separate rotary switches for VGA,
DVI-A, DVI-D and HDMI inputs), the user can x and lock EDID data on the transmitter’s
input connector. Advanced EDID Management forces the required resolution from any VGA
or HDMI laptop and xes the output format conforming to the system requirement.
Control options available through RS-232: The UMX-OPT-TX150R can be controlled from
either a touch controller or a control system. The transmitter has an RS-232 pass-through
option which allows direct bidirectional communication between the touch controller and
control system. For advanced users RS-232 baud rate can be manually congured by a
rotary switch as well as by the control software.
1.3. Features
DVI/HDMI Conversion
The transmitter is able to convert from HDMI to DVI signals so that you can watch HDMI
videos on your computer display without audio.
Advanced EDID Management
The user can emulate any EDID at the extender's inputs independently, read out and store
the attached monitor's EDID in the internal memory locations, upload and download EDID
les using Lightware Device Controller.
2.25 Gb/s Channel Transmission
Extend any VGA, DVI or HDMI signal between 25 and 225 MHz pixel clock frequency
conforming to DVI 1.0 and HDMI 1.3 standards.
Supports all HDTV Resolutions
720p, 1080i, 1080p 2K etc. HDTV signals up to 225 MHz pixel clock frequency are passed
through regardless of the resolution.
Transmitter unit 5V DC power adaptor with
interchangeable plugs
Safety and
Warranty
Info
Quick
Start
Guide
Safety and Warranty Info
Quick Start Guide
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Pixel Accurate Reclocking
It removes the jitter caused by long cables. The output has a clean, jitter free signal,
eliminating signal instability and distortion caused by long cables or connector reections.
20 meters Input Cable Compensation
Using 22AWG high quality DVI or HDMI cable, the digital inputs are automatically
compensated for up to 20 meters cable length at 24bpp, which extends installation
possibilities even at the highest HDTV or computer resolutions.
Frame Detector and Signal Analysis
Using the Lightware Device Controller software the exact video and audio signal format
can be determined such as timing, frequencies, scan mode, HDCP encryption, color range,
color space and audio sample rate.
Deep Color Support and Conversion
It is possible to transmit the highest quality 36-bit video streams for perfect color reproduction.
HDCP Compliant
UMX-OPT-TX150R complies with HDCP standard. Lightware is a legal HDCP adopter. Both
HDCP-encrypted and non-HDCP components can be installed in the same system.The included
advanced HDCP management eliminates the need for re authentication upon switching.
Galvanic Isolation Between Source and Display
Lightware ber optical extenders are isolated between transmitter and receiver to eliminate
ground loop noise or HUM effects.
Zero Frame Delay
Even on Analog Inputs - Lightware’s UMX-OPT-TX150R add no frame noticeable delay to
the switched signal. There is no frame or line period delays to the signals when passing a
Lightware device.
Separate Audio and Video Switching
Video and audio signals are separated and can be switched independently. Even if the
HDMI stream contains embedded audio.
Analog Audio and Video A/D Conversion
UMX-OPT-TX150R converts uncompressed analog audio and video signal to digital and
places it to the output.
Accepts Analog and Digital Audio Signals
Accepts analog stereo; 5.1 S/PDIF and even 7.1 HDMI embedded audio signals. Analog
signals are converted to digital formats and digital or digitized analog audio can be
embedded in the video stream.
Autoswitch Function for Video and Audio Inputs
Autoselect mode with or without priority can toggles between inputs. It helps the handling
of the transmitter and installation of new devices.
Single Fiber Technology
All of the high-speed TMDS data lanes are transmitted using only one multimode 50/125
(or 62.5/125) ber optical cable.
USB Control
Input status, Advanced EDID Management, Terminal Window and hardware information
can be accessed with Lightware Device Controller software via USB connection.
RS-232 Control
Input status, Advanced EDID Management, Terminal Window and hardware information can be
accessed with Lightware Device Controller software via simple ASCII-based RS-232 protocol.
Bidirectional RS-232 Pass-Through
AV systems can contain serial port controllers and controlled devices. Serial port pass-
through supports any unit that works with standard RS-232.
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Universal Power Adaptor
UMX-OPT-TX150R transmitter is equipped with a universal +5V DC power adaptor, which
accepts AC voltages from 100 to 240 Volts with 50 or 60 Hz line frequency.
Locking DC Connector
Special plug of wall adaptor ensures safe power supply. This type of connector prevents
acccidental disconnections.
Rack Mounting Options
Several mounting methods ensure universal usage. Units can be placed into standard
racks or under at surfaces.
1.4. Compatible Devices
Cross compatibility between all the devices in the product series is ensured thanks to
Lightware’s attentive design. The transmitter can be paired with any receiver without
restriction. With Lightware’s Hybrid Modular Matrix concept, it is even possible to connect
the UMX-OPT-TX150R directly to the matrix router using an MX-HDMI-OPT or MX-DVI-OPT
series input board. You can see the list of compatible devices below:
Product name Product group
DVIDL-OPT-RX100 DVIDL-OPT series
DVI-OPT-RX110 DVI-OPT-110 series
DVI-OPT-RX220-Pro DVI-OPT-220 series
HDMI-3D-OPT-RX150RA HDMI-3D-OPT series
HDMI-OPT-RX100 HDMI-OPT series
HDMI-OPT-RX100R HDMI-OPT series
HDMI-OPT-RX200R HDMI-OPT series
MX-DVI-OPT-IB MX Boards
MX-HDMI-OPT-IB MX Boards
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1.5. Typical Applications
The typical application of the UMX-OPT-TX150R transmitter:
▪Executive boardrooms
▪Small classrooms
▪Conference rooms, collaborative telepresence
▪Multiroom video and audio control
▪Home theatre systems
Some typical connection variations with the signal extender are shown in the next gures:
Standalone Application
Integrated System Application
INFO
For the compatible Lightware products please see the compatibility table in section 1.4 on page 9.
PC
Laptop
5V DC
Power
adaptor
UMX-OPT-
TX150R
HDMI-3D-OPT-
RX150RA
TV
AV Receiver 5.1 Channel
Surround
Touch
panel
VGA
Analog
audio
RS-232
HDMI
Single fiber
multimode
optical cable
up to 2500m
HDMI
5V DC
Power
adaptor Analog
audio
HDMI
HDMI
HDMI
HDMI
HDMI
5V DC
Power
adaptor
Single fiber
multimode
optical cable
up to 2500m
Single fiber
multimode
optical cable
up to 2500m
RS-232
TV
Monitor
Laptop
Blu-Ray or
DVD Player
Laptop 5V DC
Power
adaptor
VGA
AV Receiver
Touch
panel 5.1 Channel
Surround
Analog
audio
MX-FR33R
UMX-OPT
-TX150R
PC or
MAC
Analog
audio
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2. Installation
2.1. Mounting Options
To mount the extender Lightware supplies optional accessories for different usage. There
are two kinds of mounting kits with similar xing method. The device has two mounting
holes with inner thread on the bottom side; see the bottom view in section 10.2 on page
99. Fasten the device by the screws enclosed to the accessory.
Under-desk double
mounting kit
1U high rack shelf
The Under-desk double mounting kit makes easy to mount a single device on any at
surface, e.g. furniture. 1U high rack shelf provides mounting holes for fastening two half-
rack or four quarter-rack sized units. Pocket-sized devices can also be fastened on the
shelf. To order mounting accessories please contact [email protected].
Installing the extender under the desk using Under-desk double mounting kit
INFO
The chipboard screws are not supplied with the mounting kit.
Mounting of two extenders to a 1U high rack shelf
WARNING!
Always use the supplied screws. Using different (e.g. longer) ones may cause dam-
age to the device.
INFO
The extender is half-rack sized.
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2.2. Connecting Steps
HDMI
DVI
VGA
Connect the transmitter and the sources using the proper VGA / DVI-I /
HDMI cables.
Audio
Optionally connect an audio device (e.g. the VGA laptop) to the audio input port.
S/PDIF Audio
Optionally connect a digital audio device (e.g. the Media player) to the
S/PDIF audio input port.
USB
Optionally connect a USB A – Mini USB B cable between the transmitter unit
and the computer in order to control the device.
RS-232
Optionally for RS-232 control: connect a controller/controlled device (e.g.
Touch panel) to the RS-232 port.
OPTM
Connect a multimode (OPTM) ber cable to the SC ber output port
of the transmitter to the SC ber input port of the compatible receiver.
See the list of the compatible devices in section 1.4 on page 9.
Power
Firstly connect the power adaptor to the DC input of the transmitter, then to
the AC power socket.
WARNING!
Please do not look directly into the SC ber optical connector if the cable is
connected to the transmitter only and the laser is active.
INFO
Powering the devices on is recommended to do as the nal step during the installation.
PC
UMX-OPT-TX150R
Power adaptor Touch panel
Power
VGA
OPTM
Media player
Compatible
receiver
RS-232
  

Laptop
Laptop
HDMI
USB
DVI-I
Audio S/PDIF Audio
Audio
HDMI INVGA IN S/PDIF IN INPUT STATUS
VIDEO AUDIO
SELECT SELECT
VIDEO AUDIO
DVI-I IN AUDIO 1 AUDIO 2
LINK
Autoselect
HDCP
S/PDIF
DVI-D
HDMI
Audio1
Audio2
DVI-D
HDMI
DVI-A
VGA
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2.3. Connection of Serial Devices
2.3.1. General Information
There are two types of devices in general serial communication:
▪Data Terminal Equipment: Data Terminal Equipment (DTE) is an end instrument that
converts user information into signals or reconverts received signals. Typical DTE
devices: computers, LCD touch panels and control systems.
▪Data Circuit-terminating Equipment: Data Circuit-terminating Equipment (DCE) is a
device that sits between the DTE and a data transmission circuit. It is also called
data communication equipment and data carrier equipment. Typical DCE devices:
projectors, industrial monitors and ampliers.
Among others the pin assignment is different between DTE and DCE.
DTE DCE
Pin 2: RD TD
Pin 3: TD RD
RD: Received Data (digital input)
TD: Transmitted Data (digital output)
INFO
UMX-OPT-TX150R is DCE unit according to their pin-out.
Different type of serial cables must be used between different serial devices.
DTE DCE
DTE Null-modem TD
DCE Straight Null-modem*
* In general contact DCE with DCE by tail-circuit serial cable.
2.3.2. Types of Serial Cables
Straight Serial Cable
Straight pin-outs both ends.
Null-modem Serial Cable
Straight pin-out at the one end and cross pin-out at the other end (interchange lines of TX
and RX). For the detailed RS-232 connector pinout see section 3.3.7 on page 18.
Serial cables between devices may have male or female plugs and their type may be
straight or null-modem in usual.
ATTENTION!
The cable type does not depend on the plug type.
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2.3.3. Connection Diagram - Examples
The following cases are examples. Devices may have different receptacles and pinouts.
Extending RS-232 between Controller System (DTE) and Projector (DCE)
Connect straight serial cable between controller system (DTE) and the transmitter (DCE)
and straight serial cable between receiver (DTE) and projector (DCE).
RS-232 connection example between a controller system and a projector
Extending RS-232 between Computer (DTE) and Computer (DTE)
Connect straight serial cable between controller system (DTE) and the transmitter (DCE)
and null-modem serial cable between receiver (DTE) and computer (DTE).
RS-232 connection example between two computers
2.3.4. Connecting Serial Devices
Extender units can be UMX-OPT-TX150R and any compatible Lightware ber optical
receiver device, see the compatibility table on the 1.4 on page 9.
If cable’s plug and device’s receptacle do not match get a suitable cable or use a gender
changer.
TX RX
RS-232
DTE
Pin 2: RD
Pin 3: TD
RS-232
DCE
Pin 2: TD
Pin 3: RD
Pin 2: RD
Pin 3: TD
Pin 2: TD
Pin 3: RD
Controller
system Projector
Female - Male Female - Male
OPT cable
Straight serial cable Straight serial cable
TX RX
RS-232
DTE
Pin 2: RD
Pin 3: TD
RS-232
DTE
Pin 2: RD
Pin 3: TD
Pin 2: RD
Pin 3: TD
Pin 2: TD
Pin 3: RD
Computer Computer
Female - Male Female - Male
OPT cable
Straight serial cable Null-modem
serial cable
Serial device A
Serial cable
Serial device B
Serial device A
Serial cable
Bidirectional
RS-232 pass-through
Serial cable
Optical extension
Serial device B
Control from UMX side
LW device LW device
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3. Product Overview
3.1. UMX-OPT-TX150R Front View
1DVI-I IN DVI-I connector for connecting the video source to the
transmitter via DVI cable (DVI-DVI or DVI-HDMI) or VGA cable
(with VGA-to-DVI adapter). For more information see section
3.3.1 on page 17.
2VGA IN D-sub connector for analog video signal. For more details see
chapter 3.3.2 on page 17.
3AUDIO 1 -2 IN 3.5 mm jack connector for unbalanced analog stereo audio
input signal with right and left channel. For more information
see section 3.3.5 on page 17.
4HDMI IN HDMI connector for DVI video or HDMI video and audio. For more
details see chapter 3.3.3 on page 17.
5S/PDIF Input RCA jack connector with S/PDIF digital audio signal. For more
information see chapter 3.3.6 on page 17.
6Status LEDs The LEDs give feedback about state of the unit and the video
and audio signals. For more information about names and
meanings of the Status LEDs see chapter 5.2 on page 23.
7VIDEO SELECT Button for switching between video inputs (DVI-D / DVI-A /
VGA / HDMI / Autoselect) is available with the VIDEO select
button. For more information see section 5.4.1 on page 25.
8AUDIO SELECT Button for switching between audio inputs (DVI-D / Audio 1 /
Audio 2 / HDMI / S/PDIF) is available with the AUDIO select
button. For more information see 5.4.2 on page 25.
1 2 43 5 8
7
6
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3.2. UMX-OPT-TX150R Rear View
1SC Fiber Output Connect a 50/125 multimode ber optical cable (OM4
is recommended) between the SC MM OUT of the
transmitter unit and the SC MM IN of the receiver unit.
(e.g. HDMI-3D-OPT-RX100RA or a Lightware Hybrid
Matrix equipped with ber optical input cards). For more
information see chapter 3.3.4 on page 17.
2RS-232 Port 9-pole D-sub female connector for standard RS-232 port.
Connect a serial cable between the transmitter unit and the
serial device. RS-232 pass-through, third party control and
Advanced EDID management are available via the RS-232
interface. For more information see chapters 3.3.7 on page
18 and 5.11.3 on page 41.
3BAUD RATE
Rotary Switch
The rotary switch selects one of 5 speeds of the serial
communication (#1 .. #4) or the Software Control mode
(#0). The #8 and #9 states are used for special functions.
For more information see chapter 5.11.3 on page 41.
4USB Port USB mini B-type connector for standard USB port. Connect a
USB A – Mini USB B cable between the transmitter unit and
the computer. Advanced EDID Management, control and
rmware upgrades are available via the USB interface. For
more information see chapter 3.3.8 on page 18.
5LEARN Button Stores the EDID of the display device attached to receiver
device’s video output in the selected memory address
between #6 .. #9 on the selected input port. To learn the
EDID, select the desired input and an appropriate address
with the rotary switches and press and hold the Learn
button for two seconds. For more information see chapter
5.7.4 on page 36.
6Status LEDs The LEDs give feedback about state of the unit and the video
and audio signals. For more information about names and
meanings of the Status LEDs see chapter 5.3 on page 24.
7EDID MEMORY
Rotary Switch
The rotary switch selects one of 10 addresses on every
input port. EDID memories #1 .. #5 contain factory presets
and #6 .. #9 are user programmable. Address #0 enable
dynamic EDID emulation which copies EDID from receiver
device’s video output. For more information see chapter
5.7.1 on page 31.
8RESET Button Hardware reset button. It resets the whole device, however
saved settings and EDIDs will be preserved. This is the same
as disconnecting from power source, and reconnect again.
9DC 5V In Connect the output of the supplied 5V DC power adaptor.
INFO
Use a at head screwdriver to the rotary switches that ts into the actuator. Avoid the use of
keys, coins, knives and other sharp objects because they might cause permanent damage
to the rotary switches.
1 2 3 4 5 7 8
69
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3.3. Electrical Connectors
3.3.1. DVI-I Input
The transmitter unit provides standard 29-pole DVI-I
connectors for DVI-D (digital) or DVI-A (analog) inputs. This
way, users can plug in any DVI connector, but keep in mind
that the transmitter unit accepts single link DVI, HDMI or
analog (such as VGA or RGBHV) signals on the DVI input.
INFO
Always use high quality DVI cable for connecting DVI devices.
3.3.2. VGA Input
The switcher provides a standard 15-pole D-SUB female connector
for connecting VGA devices. Always use high-quality VGA cable for
connect the source; using a VGA cable where all the pins are wired
(including the DDC channel's wires) is highly recommended.
3.3.3. HDMI Input
UMX-OPT-TX150R provides standard 19 pole HDMI connectors for
input. Always use high quality HDMI cable for connecting sources.
3.3.4. Fiber Optical Output
The transmitter has multimode SC ber optical input connector.
INFO
Fiber optic cables can be easily damaged if they are improperly
handled or installed. Handle the optical cables with care to avoid
damage.
WARNING!
Avoid exposure to beam! Direct intrabeam viewing normally hazardous.
3.3.5. Analog Audio Input
Unbalanced analog audio 1 and audio 2 can be connected to the device with TRS (Tip,
Ring, and Sleeve) connectors. They are also known as (3,5 mm or approx. 1/8”) audio jack,
phone jack, phone plug, and mini-jack plug.
TRS connector pin assignment
Pin nr. Signal
1 Tip Right channel
2 Ring Left channel
3 Sleeve Ground
3.3.6. S/PDIF Input
UMX-OPT-TX150R has standard RCA receptacles for digital coaxial audio input.
ATTENTION!
Plugs and sockets on consumer equipment are conventionally color-coded by CEA/CEDIA-
863-B (ANSI) to aid correct connections. According to the standard Lightware uses orange
colored RCA connectors for S/PDIF signals.
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3.3.7. RS-232 Port
UMX-OPT-TX150R has RS-232 pass-through function or can be
remote controlled through industry standard 9 pole D-SUB female
connector. The extender uses RS-232 port.
D-sub connector pin assignment for standard RS-232
Pin nr. RS-232
1 NC - non connected
2TX data transmit (output)
3RX data receive (input)
4DTR (Internally connected to Pin 6)
5GND signal ground (shield)
6DSR (Internally connected to Pin 4)
7RTS (Internally connected to Pin 8)
8CTS (Internally connected to Pin 7)
9 NC - non connected
3.3.8. USB Connector
UMX-OPT-TX150R has standard Mini USB Type B receptacle.
3.3.9. DC 5V Connection
Locking DC connector
Do not forget to turn the plug clockwise direction after connecting the power adaptor.
WARNING!
Always use the supplied 5V power adaptor. Warranty is void if damage occurs due
to use of a different power source.
3.4. Port Diagram
The following gure describes the port diagram of the UMX-OPT-TX150R.
5 1
69
5V 1.5A DC
PIN: 2.35mm
5V 1A DC
PIN: 2.35mm
DVI-I in
HDMI in
VGA in
Analog
audio in 1
Analog
audio in 1
S/PDIF
4:1 digital
audio switch
Analog video A/D converter
Analog video A/D converter
Digital video Fiber out
EmbedderDe-embedder
Digital video
+ Digital audio
4:1 digital
A/V switch
A/D converter
A/D converter
Digital video
+ Digital audio
Analog audio
Analog audio
Digital audio
Digital audio
Digital audio
Digital
audio
Digital
audio
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4. Technologies
4.1. EDID Management
4.1.1. Understanding the EDID
The Extended Display Identication Data (EDID) is the passport of display devices
(monitors, TV sets, projectors). It contains information about the capabilities of the display,
such as supported resolutions, refresh rates (these are called Detailed Timings), the type
and manufacturer of the display device, etc.
After connecting a source to a display (DVI, HDMI, DP), the source reads out the EDID to
determine the resolution and refresh rate of the image to be transmitted.
Who are
you? I am a monitor.
Here is my EDID.
Now I know what
I can send.
EDID Communication
Most DVI computer displays have 128-byte long EDID structure. However, Digital
Televisions and HDMI capable displays may have another 128 bytes, which is called
E-EDID and dened by CEA (Consumer Electronics Association). This extension contains
information about additional Detailed Timings, audio capabilities, speaker allocation and
HDMI capabilities. It is important to know that all HDMI capable devices must have CEA
extension, but not all devices with CEA extension are HDMI capable.
Common Problems Related to EDID
Problem: “My system consists of the following: a computer, a Lightware device, a WUXGA
(1920x1200) LCD monitor, and an SXGA (1280x1024) projector. I would like to
see the same image on the monitor and the projector. What EDID should I
choose on the Lightware device?”
Solution: If you want to see the image on both displays, you need to select the resolution
of the smaller display (in this case SXGA), otherwise the smaller display may
not show the higher resolution image.
Problem: “I have changed to a different EDID on an input port of the Lightware device to
have a different resolution but nothing happens.”
Solution: Some graphics cards and video sources read out the EDID only after power-up
and later they do not sense that EDID has been changed. You need to restart
your source to make it read out the EDID again.
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4.1.2. Advanced EDID Management
Each DVI sink (e.g. monitors, projectors, plasma displays, etc...) must support the EDID
data structure. Source BIOS and operating systems are likely to query the sink using
DDC2B protocol to determine what pixel formats and interface are supported. DVI standard
uses EDID data structure to identify the monitor type and capabilities. Most DVI sources
(VGA cards, set top boxes, etc.) will output DVI signal after accepting the connected sink’s
EDID information. In the case of EDID readout failure or missing EDID, the source will not
output DVI video signal.
Lightware devices provide the Advanced EDID Management function that helps system
integration. The built-in EDID Router can store and emulate factory pre-programmed- and
User programmable EDIDs. The EDID of the attached monitors or projectors for each
output are stored in a non-volatile memory. This way the EDID of a monitor is available
when the monitor is unplugged or switched off.
Any EDID can be emulated on any input. An emulated EDID can be copied from the EDID
router's memory (static EDID emulation), or from the last attached monitor's memory
(dynamic EDID emulation). For example, the Lightware device can be set up to emulate a
sink device, which is connected to one of the outputs. In this case, the EDID automatically
changes, if the monitor is replaced with another display device (as long as it has a valid
EDID).
EDID is independently programmable for all inputs without affecting each other. All inputs
have their own EDID circuit.
INFO
The user is not required to disconnect the video cable to change an EDID as opposed to
other manufacturer’s products. EDID can be changed even if a source is connected to the
input and powered ON.
INFO
When EDID has been changed, the router toggles the HOTPLUG signal for 2 seconds.
Some sources do not sense this signal. In such cases, the source device must be restarted
or powered OFF and ON again.
4.2. HDCP Management
Lightware Visual Engineering is a legal HDCP adopter. Several functions have been
developed which helps to solve HDCP related problems. Complex AV systems often have
both HDCP and non-HDCP components. The matrix allows transmitting HDCP encrypted
and unencrypted signals. The devices will be still HDCP compliant as they will never output
an encrypted signal to a non-HDCP compliant display device. If an encrypted signal is
switched to a non-compliant output, a red screen alert or muted screen will appear.
4.2.1. Protected and Unprotected Content
Many video sources send HDCP protected signal if they detect that the sink is HDCP
capable – even if the content is not copyrighted. This can cause trouble if an HDCP capable
device is connected between the source and the display. In this case, the content cannot
be viewed on non-HDCP capable displays and interfaces like event controllers. Rental
and staging technicians often complain about certain laptops, which are always sending
HDCP encrypted signals if the receiver device (display, matrix router, etc.) reports HDCP
compliancy. However, HDCP encryption is not required all the time e.g. computer desktop
image, certain laptops still do that.
To avoid unnecessary HDCP encryption, Lightware introduced the HDCP enabling/
disabling function: the HDCP capability can be disabled in the Lightware device. If HDCP
is disabled, the connected source will detect that the sink is not HDCP capable, and turn
off authentication.
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