Lightware MX9x9DVI-Plus User manual

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Important Safety Instructions
Class I apparatus construction.
This equipment must be used with a mains power system with a
protective earth connection. The third (earth) pin is a safety feature,
do not bypass or disable it. 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 appliance must be safely connected to multimedia systems.
Follow instructions described in this manual.
Replacing the AC fuse
Unplug the AC power cord from the device. Locate the AC fuse on the
rear panel. Replace only the AC fuse as indicated on the rear panel.
Connect the power cord to the switcher and to the AC power source.
Make sure the switcher is working properly.
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
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The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that
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be placed on the apparatus.
CAUTION AVIS
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE
NE PAS OUVRIR 
Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment
WEEE
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
            
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.
Common Safety Symbols
Symbol Description
Alternating current
Protective conductor terminal
Equipotential Connector
On (Power)
Off (Power)
Caution, possibility of eletric shock
Caution
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Symbol Legend
The following symbols and markings are used in the document:
WARNING! Safety-related information which is highly
recommended to read and keep in every case!
ATTENTION! Useful information to perform a successful procedure;
it is recommended to read.
INFO: A notice which may contain additional information. Procedure
can be successful without reading it.
DEFINITION: The short description of a feature or a function.
TIPS AND TRICKS: Ideas which you may have not known yet but can
be useful.
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Allpresentedfunctionsrefertotheindicatedproducts.The descriptions
have been made during testing these functions in accordance with the
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Item Version
Lightware Device Controller (LDC) software 1.20.0b5
Lightware Bootloader Software 3.3.3
 2.5.0
Hardware v2.5
Document revision: 3.1
Release date: 13-11-2018
Editor: Laszlo Zsedenyi
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1. INTRODUCTION...................................................................................6
 ...................................................................................6
 ................................................................................6
..................................................................6
 ......................................................................7
2. INSTALLATION.....................................................................................8
.........................................................................8
..........................................................................8
3. PRODUCT OVERVIEW ........................................................................9
.....................................................................................9
.....................................................................................10
..............................................................10
4. OPERATION .......................................................................................12
 ................................................................................12
................................................12
............................................................................... 12
................................................................... 12
 ......................................................... 12
 ......................................................................................... 13
 .................................................... 14
............................................................................ 14
 ..................................................................................... 15
.....................................................16
....................................................................................... 16
 .......................................................................16
............................................................................ 16
 .............................................. 17
........................................................................................ 17
.......................................................................... 17
............................................................................ 17
5. SOFTWARE CONTROL - THE BUILT-IN WEB..................................18
 .....................................................18
 .............................................................................19
 ...................................................................... 19
.......................................................................... 19
 ........................................................................ 19
............................................................................ 19
....................................................................................20
......................... 20
................................................................................21
 ........................................................ 21
 .......................................................... 21
....................................................................22
 ............................................. 22
 ..................................................... 22
...................................................... 22
................................................................... 23
 .......................................... 23
 ............................................................................23
6. SOFTWARE CONTROL – LIGHTWARE DEVICE CONTROLLER
SOFTWARE .......................................................................................24
 ...................................................................24
..........................................................................24
...................25
..................................................................26
.......................................................................................... 26
 ......................................................................................28
.......................................................................................... 29
 ................................................................................. 29
 .................................................................... 29
 ............................................................................................. 30
....................................................................................31
 .............................................................................. 32
 .................................................................. 32
 ................................................................................ 33
.............................................................................. 33
.............................................................................34
............................................................................ 34
................................................................... 35
 ............................................................................................ 35
............................................................................. 36
 ........................................................................36
7. PROGRAMMERS' REFERENCE .......................................................37
.................................................................37
.............................................38
..................................................... 38
................................................... 38
 ........................................................ 38
 ..................................................................... 39
 ............................................................... 39
............................................................................. 39
 ........................................................................ 39
 ........................................................................... 39
........................................................................ 39
.............................................................................. 39
 ........................................................................... 39
............................................................................... 40
 ...................................................................40
 ................................................................. 40
 .......................................................................... 40
 ................................................................. 40
 .......................................................................... 40
 .............................................................. 40
 ....................................................................... 40
..................................................................... 40
 ....................................................................... 40
 .................................................................... 41
 ...............................................41
 ................................................................. 41
................................................... 41
 ........................................................ 41
 ..................................................................... 41
 ..............................................................42
 ............................................................................. 42
........................................................................... 42
 ..........................................................42
.............................................................. 42
............................................................ 42
......................................................... 42
.............................................. 42
......................................................................... 43
................................................ 43
 ........................................................ 43
 ........................................................... 43
 ...................................................................... 43
 ................................................................... 43
...............................................................44
 ..................................................................... 44
 ................................................................ 44
.......................................................... 44
......................................................... 44
 .............................................................. 44
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MX DVI-Plus Series – User's Manual 5
................................................................ 44
 .................................................... 45
............................................. 45
.................................................. 45
.................................................... 46
........................................................46
 .......................................................................... 46
........................................................ 46
...................................................................... 46
 .............................................................................. 46
 ......................................................47
8. FIRMWARE UPGRADE ......................................................................49
 ....................................................................49
.................................................................49
 ..........................................................................51
9. TECHNOLOGIES................................................................................52
 .......................................................................52
.................................................................. 52
......................................................... 52
10. APPENDIX ........................................................................................53
 ...........................................................................53
......................................................................54
................................................................................54
 ...............................................................55
.................................................................56
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1. Introduction MX DVI-Plus Series – User's Manual 6
1
Introduction

chapter we would like to introduce the device highlighting the most important
features in the below listed sections:
Ý
Ý
Ý
Ý
Box Contents

Matrix Router IEC Power Cable RS-232 straight
serial cable
LAN cross-link cable,
CAT5e type, 3m
length
Safety and


Safety and
Warranty
Info
Quick
Start
Guide
Description
Thank You for choosing Lightware matrix routers. The standalone
DVI-Plus matrix routers handle single link DVI signal through various
DVI inputs and DVI outputs respectively, which routes any input(s) to
any combination of output(s).

HDCP encryption, and switch signals between 25 - 225 MHz pixel
clock frequency: from 640x480@60Hz to 1920x1200@60Hz or
2048x1080@60Hz resolutions.
The input signals are compensated for 12dB loss and outputs are pre-
emphasized by +6dB, this way cable lengths up to 20 meters (65 feet)
can be used.
The switcher has an RS-232 and an RJ45 LAN port for remote control
applications and a control panel for local control operation. Front panel
    
system integration.
Model Denomination
About the Serial Number
Lightware devices contain a label indicating the unique serial number
of the product. The structure is the following:
MX16x16-DVI-Plus
16x DVI inputs DVI signal support
Matrix Switcher 16x DVI outputs Reduced size: small depth
7A000941
Year of the manufacturing (3-9, A-Y):
7=2017, 8=2018, 9=2019, A=2020, etc...
6-digit running sequence number
Month of the manufacturing (1-9, A-C):
1=January, 2=February, ..., C=December
Non-blocking Crosspoint Matrix Architecture
The router allows any input to be switched to any
output or more outputs simultaneously.
Advanced EDID Management
The user can emulate any EDID on the inputs
independently, read out and store any attached
monitor's EDID in the internal memory locations.
1080p
HDTV Supports All HDTV Resolutions and HDCP
720p, 1080i and 1080p etc. signals are supported
without HDCP encryption.
Built-in Cable Compensation
Long DVI cables can be connected to the DVI input and
output ports thanks to the design of the circuits.
RS-232 RS-232 Control
Simple ASCII-based protocol can be used for switching,
preset calling, status request, etc.
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Typical Application
RS-232
LOCALCONTROL
RoHS
Madein EU, HU
OUTPUTS
INPUTS
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
+3.3V +5V RS-232
LAN
100-240V2.1-0.9A 50-60Hz
FUSE:F 3.15A 250V
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
CPULIVE
RESET
20m DVI cable
PC or Mac
DVI-HDCP-
TPS-RX97
DVI-HDCP-
TPS-RX97
DVI-HDCP-
TPS-TX97
DVI-OPT-
TX220-Pro
DVI-OPT-
RX220-Pro
DVI-HDCP-TPS-TX97
PC or Mac
MX16x16DVI-Plus
PC or Mac Projector Projector
Projector
Single fiber multimode
optical cable up to 2500m
DVI
monitor
DVI monitor
20m DVI cable DVI cable
DVI cable
DVI cable
DVI
cable
DVI
cable
DVI
cable
TPS
(up to 170m)
TPS
(up to 170m)
DVI
cable
DVI
cable
DVI
cable
DVI
cable
DVI-HDCP-TPS-TX97
Sn:
Madein E U, Hungary
RoHS
Ethernet 10/10 0
Bidirectional IR
Bidirectional RS-232
TPS Long Dist ance Transmitter
HDMI, 3D, 4K supported
Forbest performance use CAT6or CAT7SFTP cable
Checkcompatibilitybefore connecting devices.
Whenremote power is enabled,12V presenton TPSconnector.
PIN:2mm
12V 1A DC
TPSOUT(PoE)
DVI-HDCP-TPS-TX97
Sn:
Madein E U, Hungary
RoHS
Ethernet 10/10 0
Bidirectional IR
Bidirectional RS-232
TPS Long Dist ance Transmitter
HDMI, 3D, 4K supported
Forbest performance use CAT6or CAT7SFTP cable
Checkcompatibilitybefore connecting devices.
Whenremote power is enabled,12V presenton TPSconnector.
PIN:2mm
12V 1A DC
TPSOUT(PoE)
DVI-HDCP-TPS-RX97
Sn:
Madein E U, Hungary
RoHS
Ethernet 10/10 0
Bidirectional IR
Bidirectional RS-232
TPS Long Dist ance Transmitter
HDMI, 3D, 4K supported
Forbest performance use CAT6or CAT7SFTP cable
Checkcompatibilitybefore connecting devices.
Whenremote power is enabled,12V presenton TPSconnector.
PIN:2mm
12V 1A DC
TPSOUT(PoE)
DVI-HDCP-TPS-RX97
Sn:
Madein E U, Hungary
RoHS
Ethernet 10/10 0
Bidirectional IR
Bidirectional RS-232
TPS Long Dist ance Transmitter
HDMI, 3D, 4K supported
Forbest performance use CAT6or CAT7SFTP cable
Checkcompatibilitybefore connecting devices.
Whenremote power is enabled,12V present on TPS connector.
PIN:2mm
12V1 A DC
TPSOUT(PoE)
Ethernet Control

with simple ASCII-based protocol for controlling and

www
Built-in Website
Easy access from a web browser to control and

allowed to install.

       
settings when powered on or after a power failure.
Every setting is stored in a non-volatile memory.
POWER
5V
+
DVI +5V Power Support
500 mA constant current output on each DVI output to
   
powered devices.

The signal management architecture ensures that there
is no delay added between the input and the output.

The latest edition of LDC got more intuitive, user
friendly, smarter and a modern user interface to control
the Lightware devices. The application is available for

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2
Installation
The chapter is about the installation of the device and connecting to other
appliances, presenting also the mounting options.
Ý
Ý
Mounting Options
        
ensure enough free space around the appliance. Do not cover the
appliance, let the ventilation holes free and never block or bypass
the fans.
The front rack ears allow to mount the device as a standard rack unit

The dimensions of the frames can be found in the Mechanical
Drawings section.
TIPS AND TRICKS: Pay attention to the rear side of the matrix! Let
enough free space to (un)plug the cables!
ATTENTION! Fix the frame to the rack rail by applying all mounting
holes. Choose properly sized screws for mounting. Keep minimum
two threads left after the nut screw.
threads
(2 or more)
rack rail
rack shelf mounting ear
rack screw
flat washer
cage nut
Connecting Steps
PC
Laptop
ProjectorDVI monitor Power outlet
Touch panel
RS-232DVI CATx
DVI POWERDVI
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
MX16x16DVI-Plus
16x16 DVI MATRIX ROUTER
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
910 11 12 13 14 15 16
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
LOAD
PRESET
TAKE
AUTO
SAVE
PRESET
POWER
Connect the desired sources to the DVI input ports.
Connect the sink devices to the DVI output ports.
In order to control the matrix via Ethernet, connect the de-
vice directly to a computer by the supplied cross-link cable,

Optionally connect a serial device (e.g. Touch panel) to
the RS-232 port to send commands and control the matrix
remotely.
Connect the power cord to the AC power socket and to the
matrix.
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3
Product Overview

output ports and connectors:
Ý
Ý
Ý

1Output Lock Locking one or more outputs.
2Control Lock Disable or enable front panel operations. Red light means the switching and
function buttons are disabled.
3Destinations Buttons to select an output or to view the state of an output.
4Sources Buttons to select an input, to select a preset number or to view the state of the
selected input port.
5 

6Preset Buttons 
and the muting states.
7Power Switch 
2 4 73 5 61
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Rear View
7 9
45 6312
8
1DC Voltage
Indicators
LED indicators for internal DC power voltages.
2Input Connectors 29-pole DVI-I digital-only female receptacle connectors. Connect DVI source
devices to these connectors.
3Serial Port 9-pole D-SUB female connector for standard RS-232 interface. See more
information in the Serial Port section.
4Ethernet Port Locking RJ45 connector. Remote control port for connecting the unit to Local
Area Network (LAN).
5CPU Live LED The LED is blinking continuously if the CPU works properly.
6Reset Button Resets all internal hardware elements and reboots the matrix.
7Equipotential
Connector
Plug connector for potential equalization; see more information in the
Equipotential Connector section.
8Output Connectors 29-pole DVI-I digital-only female receptacle connectors. Connect DVI sink
devices to these connectors.
9Power Connector Standard IEC-320 C14 power connector for the power source.
Electrical Connections
DVI Inputs and Outputs
29-pole DVI-I connectors, however analog pins are not connected
internally. This way, users can plug in any DVI connector, but keep in mind
that analog signals (such as VGA or RGBHV) are NOT processed.
ATTENTION! Always use high-quality DVI cable for connecting sources and displays.
DVI Outputs
29-pole DVI-I connectors for outputs have only digital pins internally connected. This way, users can plug in
any DVI connector, but keep in mind that analog signals (e.g. VGA or RGBHV) are NOT available on outputs.

DVI outputs are able to supply 500 mA current on DDC +5V output (pin 14 on output connectors) which is


ATTENTION! The matrix router does not check if the connected sink (monitor, projector or other equipment)
supports Hotplug or EDID signals but outputs the selected signal immediately after the switch command.
Ethernet Port
The matrix can be controlled remotely via Ethernet as well; it can be connected to a LAN
hub, switch or router with a UTP patch cable. Connect a cross UTP cable for a direct
connection! The robust Neutrik EtherCON connector ensures reliable connection, however
normal RJ45 connectors can be also used.
The Wiring of Twisted Pair Cables

1 8
Pin  Color and name  Color and name
1 
2green solid orange solid
3 
4blue solid blue solid
5 
6orange solid green solid
7 
8brown solid brown solid
Top
Bottom
Side
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Serial Port
Lightware standalone DVI-Plus matrix routers can be controlled remotely through industry standard 9-pole
D-SUB female connector located on the rear panel of the unit.
Equipotential Connector
The purpose of additional potential equalization is to equalize potentials between
different metal parts that can be touched simultaneously or to reduce the potential
differences which can appear during operation between the bodies of medical
electrical devices and conductive parts of other objects. Ø6 mm plug made of nickel-
plated brass can be found on the left side of the unit’s back for potential equalization.
51
69
Pin nr. RS-232 pinout
1 not connected
2 TX data transmit
3 RX data receive
4 DTR (Internally connected to Pin 6)
5
6 DSR (Internally connected to Pin 4)
7 RTS (Internally connected to Pin 8)
8 CTS (Internally connected to Pin 7)
9 not connected
100-240V 2.1-0.9A 50-60Hz
FUSE: F 3.15A 250V
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4
Operation
This chapter is about the powering and operating of the device describing the

Ý
Ý
Ý
Ý
Powering on
Connect the power cord to the AC power input connector. After
switching the mains switch to upper position the matrix starts up.
After powered on, the unit performs a self-test, and then all front panel
buttons light up for a second. After the self-test the CPU live LED starts

ATTENTION! After switching ON, the matrix reloads the latest
settings that were used before it was turned off. The matrix has
an internal emergency memory that stores all current settings

and invisible for the user. This built-in feature helps the system to
be ready immediately in the case of a power failure or accidental
power down.
Basic Control Panel Operations
CONTROL LOCK
DEFINITION: The Control Lock means to disable the front panel
buttons.
         
Ethernet control is still enabled. If the button is not illuminated,
front panel button operations are enabled. If it illuminates red
continuously, front panel operations are disabled.
Press and hold the Control lock button for 3 seconds to toggle the
Control lock state.

The router has two different switching modes: Take and Autotake. If
the Take / Auto button is unlit, TakeTake / Auto
button continuously lights green, Autotake mode is selected.
Press and hold the Take button for three seconds to toggle between
Take and Autotake modes.
Take Mode
DEFINITION: The Take mode allows the user to connect or
disconnect multiple outputs to an input at once but the
Take button as

The commands are only executed when the Take button is pressed.
        Take button, all preselected
actions will be ignored, and the router returns to its idle state.
CONTROL
LOCK
TAKE
AUTO
Autotake Mode
DEFINITION:The Autotake modemeanstheswitching actions

The switching occurs immediately upon pressing one of the
input selector buttons. This mode is useful when time delay is not
allowed between multiple switching.
Viewing the Crosspoint State
The user can check the current switching status on the front panel
using front panel buttons. This status view feature is slightly different
in Take or Autotake modes because of different switching philosophy
of the two modes.
INFO: A status view occurs whenever the router has to be switched.
After entering the view state, the user can change the routing

or if nothing is pressed for three seconds, the router returns to idle
state.
View Current State in Take Mode
If all source and destination buttons and Take button are dark (the
unit is in Take mode, and no input was selected in last 3 seconds), the
user can verify both input and output connections. This informative
display will remain for 3 seconds, and then all button lamps go out.
In Take mode no accidental change can be done unless Take button is
pressed.
For viewing input connections, press and release a source button. Now
the selected source button and all destination buttons will light up
which are currently connected to the selected source.
For viewing output connections, press and release a destination button.
Now the source button which is connected to the selected destination
will light up. If no source button is lighting, the selected destination is
in muted state.
TAKE
AUTO
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9
9
CCOONNTTRROOLL
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LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
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DESTINATIONS
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1 4 6 7 8
9
9
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
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View Current State in Autotake Mode
In Autotake mode only states of destinations can be viewed.
Press and release the required destination button. Now the source
button which is connected to the selected destination will light up. If
no source button is lighting, the selected destination is muted or
disconnected. By pressing another destination button, the state of that
destination can be seen.
ATTENTION! Be careful, as if a source button is pressed in Autotake
mode, it is immediately connected to the last selected destination.
INFO: Muting or disconnecting an output cannot be done in Autotake
mode.
Switching
Changing Connections in TAKE Mode
Step 1. Press and release the desired source button. The pressed
source button and all destination buttons which are currently
connected to this source will light up. This is an informative
display about the current status of the selected input (view
only).
Step 2. Press and release the desired destination button(s) which has to
be connected to the selected source. The preselected
destination button(s) start(s) blinking.
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
2345678
1 4 6 7 8
9
9
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
1
2 3 5
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
3 4 5 6 7 8
1 4 6 7 8
9
9
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
1
2 3 5
2
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
3 4 5 6 7 8
4 6 7 8
9
9
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
1
2 3 5
2
1
Step 3. Press and release the Take button to execute switching. Now
the selected input is switched to the selected output or to the
multiple outputs.
ATTENTION! A source button can be pressed twice to preselect all
outputs. Outputs which are connected to the pressed input light up
and all other outputs start to blink. Some outputs can be unselected
if needed, and then pressing Take executes the switching.
INFO: If the pressed destination is locked then it could not be
Output lock when a
locked destination is pressed.
Disconnecting or Muting in Take Mode
Step 1. Press and release the selected source button.
The pressed source button and all destination buttons which
are currently connected to this source will light up.
Step 2. Press and release the desired green lighting destination button.
The pressed destination or multiple destinations will turn dark.
Step 3. Press and release Take button to execute disconnection.
INFO: Deselected destinations are disconnected from any source,
thus output devices will display black image or no signal message,
or automatically will turn off.
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
3 4 5 6 7 8
4 6 7 8
9
9
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
1
3 5
2
1
SAVE
PRESET
LOAD
PRESET
TAKE
AUTO
2
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
3 4 5 6 7 8
1 4 6 7 8
9
9
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
1
2 3 5
2
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
3 4 5 6 7 8
4 6 7 8
9
9
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
1
2 5
2
1 3
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
3 4 5 6 7 8
4 6 7 8
9
9
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
1
3 5
2
1
SAVE
PRESET
LOAD
PRESET
TAKE
AUTO
2
Creating a Connection in Autotake Mode
Step 1. Press and release the desired destination button.
The pressed destination button and the actually connected
source button light up green. If no source is connected (the
output is muted) no source button will light up.
Step 2. Press and release the desired source button.
Switching is executed immediately. Switching between sources
to the selected destination can be done directly.
Disconnecting or Muting in AUTOTAKE Mode
To prevent accidental muting this action is inhibited (disabled) in
Autotake mode. Pressing a source button twice would cause accidental
disconnecting.
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
3 4 5 6 7 8
4 6 7 8
9
9
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
1
3 5
2
1
SAVE
PRESET
LOAD
PRESET
2
TAKE
AUTO
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
3 4 5 6 7 8
4 6 7 8
9
9
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
1
3 5
2
1
SAVE
PRESET
LOAD
PRESET
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TAKE
AUTO
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4. Operation MX DVI-Plus Series – User's Manual 14

Take Mode
Autotake Mode
source
button
pressed
destination
button
pressed
idle
TAKE
mode
viewing
source
connections
viewing
destination
connection
select or
deselect
destinations
connections
realized
previewing
connections
TAKE
button
pressed
same
button
pressed
all outputs
preselected
nothing pressed for 3 sec
nothing pressed for 3 sec
destination
button
pressed
idle
AUTOTAKE
mode
viewing last destination’s
connection
select or
deselect
destinations
connection
realized
Preset Operations
DEFINITION: A preset      
connections and mute state for all outputs.
INFO: All Lightware matrix routers have 32 user programmable
presets. All presets are stored in a non-volatile memory; the router
keeps presets even in the case of a power down. Memory numbers
are assigned to the source buttons. The higher numbered presets
are accessible only through software control.
Saving a Preset in Take Mode
Step 1. Create the desired connections which have to be saved.
Step 2. Press and release the Save preset button.
Step 3. Press and release a source button according to the desired
memory address.
Step 4. Press and release the Take button.

ATTENTION! Preset save action always stores the current

state.
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
3 4 5 6 7 8
4 6 7 8
9
9
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK 1
3 5
LOAD
PRESET
21
TAKE
AUTO
2
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
SAVE
PRESET
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
3 4 5 6 7 8
4 6 7 8
9
9
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK
3 5
LOAD
PRESET
21
TAKE
AUTO
2
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
SAVE
PRESET
1
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
3 4 5 6 7 8
4 6 7 8
9
9
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK
3 5
LOAD
PRESET
21
TAKE
AUTO
2
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
SAVE
PRESET
1
Loading a Preset in Take Mode
Step 1. Press and release the Load Preset button.
Step 2. Press and release a source button according to the desired
memory address.
Step 3. Press and release the Take button.
Now the selected preset is loaded.
ATTENTION!
not currently locked.
Saving a Preset in Autotake Mode
Step 1. Create the desired connections which have to be saved.
Step 2. Press and release Save Preset button.
Step 3. Press and release a source button according to the desired
memory address.

ATTENTION! Preset save action always stores the current

ignored.
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
3 4 5 6 7 8
4 6 7 8
9
9
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK
3 521
TAKE
AUTO
2
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
SAVE
PRESET
1LOAD
PRESET
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
3 4 5 6 7 8
4 6 7 8
9
9
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK
3 521
TAKE
AUTO
2
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
SAVE
PRESET
1LOAD
PRESET
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
3 4 5 6 7 8
4 6 7 8
9
9
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK
3 521
TAKE
AUTO
2
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
SAVE
PRESET
1LOAD
PRESET
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
3 4 5 6 7 8
4 6 7 8
9
9
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK
3 51
TAKE
AUTO
2
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
SAVE
PRESET
1LOAD
PRESET
2
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
3 4 5 6 7 8
4 6 7 8
9
9
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
1
3 5
2
1
SAVE
PRESET
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PRESET
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Loading a Preset in Autotake Mode
Step 1. Press and release Load Preset button.
Step 2. Press and release a source button according to the desired
memory address.
Now the selected preset is loaded.
ATTENTION!
not currently locked.
Output Lock
DEFINITION: The Output lock means that an input port is
locked to an output port and no input change or muting can
be executed on that particular output port.
Using Lightware routers it is possible to lock a destination’s state. This
feature prevents an accidental switching to the locked destination in
the case of an important signal. Destinations can be independently
locked or unlocked. Locking a destination does not affect other
destinations.
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
3 4 5 6 7 8
4 6 7 8
9
9
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK
3 521
TAKE
AUTO
2
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
SAVE
PRESET
1LOAD
PRESET
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
3 4 5 6 7 8
4 6 7 8
9
9
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK
3 521
TAKE
AUTO
2
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
SAVE
PRESET
1LOAD
PRESET
OUTPUT
LOCK
View Locked Outputs in Take Mode
Step 1. Press and release the Output Lock button.
Step 2. The Output Lock button starts to blink and all the buttons of any
locked destinations light up and remain illuminated for three
seconds.
Locking an Output in TAKE Mode
Step 1. Press and release the Output Lock button.
Now the Output Lock button starts to blink and the buttons of all
the locked outputs illuminate green (view state). If no button is
pressed for three seconds the router returns to idle state.
Step 2. Press the desired output buttons.
If an unlit output button is pressed it starts to blink indicating
that it is preselected, for output locking.
Step 3. Press and release the Take button.
The selected destinations are now locked.
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
3 4 5 6 7 8
4 6 7 8
9
9
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK 1
3 5
2SAVE
PRESET
LOAD
PRESET
2
TAKE
AUTO
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT 1
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
3 4 5 6 7 8
4 6 7 8
9
9
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK 1
3 5
2SAVE
PRESET
LOAD
PRESET
2
TAKE
AUTO
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT 1
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
3 4 5 6 7 8
4 6 7 8
9
9
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK1
3 5
2SAVE
PRESET
LOAD
PRESET
2
TAKE
AUTO
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT 1
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
3 4 5 6 7 8
4 6 7 8
9
9
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK 1
3 5
2SAVE
PRESET
LOAD
PRESET
2
TAKE
AUTO
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT 1
Unlocking an Output in Take Mode
Step 1. Press and release the Output Lock button.
Now the Output Lock button starts to blink and all the locked
output’s buttons illuminate green (view state). If no button is
pressed for three seconds, the router returns to idle state.
Step 2. If an illuminating output button is pressed, it goes off, to indicate
that it is preselected for unlocking.
Step 3. Press and release the Take button.
The deselected destinations are now unlocked.
View Locked Outputs in Autotake Mode
In Autotake mode a destination is selected all the time. Therefore the
currently selected output and input buttons are illuminated. The Output
Lock button illuminates regarding the lock state of the current output.
Viewing all locked outputs is not possible is Autotake mode, as pressing
the Output Lock button instantly locks or unlocks the current output.
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
3 4 5 6 7 8
4 6 7 8
9
9
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK 1
3 5
2SAVE
PRESET
LOAD
PRESET
2
TAKE
AUTO
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT 1
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
3 4 5 6 7 8
4 6 7 8
9
9
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK 1
3 5
2SAVE
PRESET
LOAD
PRESET
2
TAKE
AUTO
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT 1
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
3 4 5 6 7 8
4 6 7 8
9
9
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK 1
3 5
2SAVE
PRESET
LOAD
PRESET
2
TAKE
AUTO
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT 1
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Locking an Output in Autotake Mode
Step 1. Press and release the required destination button.
Now the selected destination button and the currently

Step 2. Press and release the Output Lock button.
Now the Output Lock button lights up in red, and lock function is
activated at once. No source can be changed at the locked
destination.
Unlocking an Output in Autotake Mode
Step 1. Press and release the required destination button which was
previously locked.
Now the selected destination button and the currently
source button and the Output Lock button light up.
Step 2. Press and release the Output Lock button (deselection).
Now the Output Lock button turns off and the port has been
unlocked.
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
3 4 5 6 7 8
4 6 7 8
9
9
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK 1
3 5
SAVE
PRESET
LOAD
PRESET
2
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT 1
TAKE
AUTO
2
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
3 4 5 6 7 8
4 6 7 8
9
9
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK 1
3 5
SAVE
PRESET
LOAD
PRESET
21
TAKE
AUTO
2
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
3 4 5 6 7 8
4 6 7 8
9
9
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK 1
3 5
SAVE
PRESET
LOAD
PRESET
2
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT 1
TAKE
AUTO
2
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
3 4 5 6 7 8
4 6 7 8
9
9
CCOONNTTRROOLL
LLOOCCKK 1
3 5
SAVE
PRESET
LOAD
PRESET
21
TAKE
AUTO
2
LLOOCCKK
OOUUTTPPUUTT
The EDID Memory of a Matrix
The EDID memory is non-volatile and consists of four blocks, each for
a different purpose. These blocks are:
▪Factory preset EDIDs
▪User saved EDIDs
▪Dynamic EDIDs (EDID of last connected sink on an output port)
▪Emulated EDIDs (EDID currently emulated on an input port)
EDIDs are numbered from 1 in each block, and they can be referred as

This way F02 refers to the second factory preset EDID and D15 refers
to the display device’s EDID on output 15.
Dynamic and emulated EDID blocks’ size adapts to the frame size. The
memory structure is as follows:
▪F01..F50 ......................... Factory Preset EDIDs (not editable)
▪U01..U50 ........................ User programmable memories
▪Monitor1..Monitor16 ..... Last attached monitor’s EDIDs (outputs)
▪Input1..Input16 .............. Emulated EDIDs (inputs)
All EDIDs (including factory preset; user programmable memories;
EDID at other inputs; and EDID at outputs) can be switched and
emulated at any of the inputs.
ATTENTION! The attached monitor’s EDID is stored automatically
until a new monitor is attached to that particular output. In the case
of powering the unit off, the last attached monitor’s EDID remains in
non-volatile memory even is the monitor is unconnected.
INFO: The Controller can handle both 128 Byte EDID and 256 Byte
extended EDID structures.
EDID Types
Most of the factory preset EDIDs include only one resolution. This
is to force the connected source to give a signal with the needed
resolution. However there are Universal EDIDs as well which allow
many resolutions. The factory EDIDs are divided into groups regarding
their type. Some EDIDs are supporting DVI only, some support HDMI,
and some are for analog VGA signals. Also, there are some EDIDs for
Dual Link DVI resolutions. See the list of factory EDIDs in the Factory
EDID List section.
DVI EDIDs does not support audio. The Universal DVI EDID indicates
support for many PC (VESA) resolutions.
HDMI EDIDs support embedded audio. These EDIDs have PCM stereo
audio format enabled. To allow other audio formats like Dolby and DTS,
special EDIDs have to be used. There are three Universal HDMI EDIDs
which include the same resolutions but support different capabilities.
Remote Operation
Lightware DVI-Plus matrix routers can be controlled through various
interfaces remotely. The feature allows functions which are not
accessible via the front panel and useful for system integrators and
operators to control multiple devices in a complicated system through
a single user interface.
Control Interfaces
The user can connect to the matrix through
▪
▪Serial port (RS-232 or RS-422),
After establishing the connection, there is no difference between the
connection types. The available remote connections and the relating
chapters are listed below.
ATTENTION! Ethernet port can be connected to a LAN hub, switch
or router with a UTP patch cable. If connecting to a computer
directly, a cross-link UTP cable has to be used!
User Interface
Connection Type 
Information
Ethernet
Port
RS-232
Serial Port USB Port
Built-in website ü- - Chapter 5
Lightware Device
Controller software ü ü ü Chapter 6
Third party control
system ü ü - Chapter 7
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User Interface Comparison
The built-in website and Lightware Device Controller have similar
capabilities. Differences and features are described in below table.
* The feature is not supported by Apple Safari browser.
Multiple Simultaneous Connections
The matrix allows simultaneous remote control over multiple
interfaces. External control over Ethernet and Serial connections can
be used at the same time. Moreover, the Ethernet interface can handle

The responses to the commands are only sent to the interface on
which they were queried – except responses to crosspoint switch,

always sent. The feature allows to operate more controllers without
interfering each other but keeping the crosspoint state synchronized.
If different protocols are used, then the responses to crosspoint
commands are translated to the proper form.
 Lightware Device
Controller Software Built-in Website
Platform 
macOS
Mozilla Firefox,
Apple Safari,
Google Chrome
Installation installation
required
web browser
needed only
 ü ü
 ü ü
Preview presets ü ü
Easy EDID creator ü ü
EDID editor ü ü
 üü*
IP Settings
        
software or the built-in website. The factory default IP settings or
DHCP mode can be activated quickly through front panel shortcut

Resetting the IP Address

panel buttons.
Step 1. Switch the router to Take mode if used previously in
Autotake mode by pressing Take button for 3 seconds
(light will go off).
Step 2. Press the Control Lock button (Control Lock button
lights in up red continuously).
Step 3. Press and keep pressed the Output Lock button (the
current protocol indication will light up).
Step 4. Press and release the
a) Load Preset button to set the factory default IP settings:
–IP address: 192.168.254.254
–port number: 10001
–subnet mask: 255.255.0.0
–gateway: 0.0.0.0
b) Save Preset button to set DHCP enabled:
–IP address: Acquired with DHCP
–port number: unchanged
–subnet mask: Get from DHCP server
–gateway: Get from DHCP server
Step 5.    
Auto, Load Preset and Save Preset buttons will light up one
after the other.)
Step 6. Connect the LAN cable to the Ethernet port if it was unplugged.
Step 7. 
Serial Port Settings
DVI-Plus matrix routers can be ordered with either RS-232 or RS-422
communication port. The port settings are done in the factory. The
device uses standard RS-232 interface with the following default
settings:
57600 Baud, 8 data bit, 1 stop bit, no parity
TAKE
AUTO
CONTROL
LOCK
OUTPUT
LOCK
LOAD
PRESET
SAVE
PRESET
Control Protocols
Matrix routers can be controlled with multiple control protocols.
Lightware routers have a special protocol, but to inter-operate with
third-party devices, a secondary protocol is also provided.
ATTENTION! Be aware that different control interfaces can be set
to use different protocols. E.g. Lightware protocol is set on Ethernet
interface while Protocol #2 is set on the Serial interface at the same
time. Lightware Device Controller software and the built-in website

INFO: The communication protocol of the USB interface (Lightware
protocol) cannot be changed.
The currently used protocol can be viewed or changed any time on the
matrix front panel or by protocol commands.

Step 1. Switch the router to Take mode; if Autotake mode was
active press the Take button for 3 seconds. (The
backlight will go off.)
Step 2. Press and release the Control Lock button (it lights in up
red continuously).
Step 3. Press and keep pressed the Output Lock button, the
button will light in red. The active protocol is indicated:
a) Source#1 lights: Lightware protocol active
b) Source#2 lights: Protocol#2 is active
Step 4. 
a) Release the Output Lock button to keep the current protocol.
b) If you want to change the protocol keep the Output Lock button
pressed, and press the desired Source button.

Connect to the matrix through any control interface, then use the
commands described in the Setting the Current Protocol section.
TAKE
AUTO
CONTROL
LOCK
OUTPUT
LOCK
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5
Software Control - The Built-in Web
The DVI-Plus matrix frames contains a feature which allows to connect and
control the matrix via a web browser. The built-in web offers you full control
over all settings even if you do not have the opportunity to install new programs.
Ý
Ý
Ý
Ý
Ý
Ý
TIPS AND TRICKS: To get the best visibility of the screenshots in this chapter

Establishing the Connection
To access the web page just run your preferred web browser and type
the IP address of the matrix as an URL. The computer and the matrix
must be in the same subnet.
ATTENTION! Only one opened web page is allowed at once. Other

The Crosspoint Menu (default screen)
IP Address

is to search for devices with the Lightware Device Controller software.
If this is not possible for some reason, the IP address can be reset
to factory default (192.168.254.254) with the front panel buttons, see
the IP Settings section.
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Control Menu
Crosspoint Switching
After connecting to a new device, this menu appears by default. 1; 2;
3… columns represent the inputs, and the 1; 2; 3… rows represent the
outputs. Each green square represents a live connection. Click on the

hovers over the array, the corresponding input and output numbers are
highlighted in red to help to switch.
Muting the Outputs
Outputs can be easily muted by clicking the button titled 'M' beside
the output. This means that no signal will be present at this output. If
muting is active the background turns to black.
Locking the Outputs
Outputs can be locked to any inputs. After locking an input to an output
no switching is permitted for that output unless it is unlocked again. If
the port is locked, the background turns to red.
ATTENTION! Loading a preset does not change either the lock state
or the switch state of a locked output. If an output was locked to
an input before preset loading, it will also be locked that input after
preset loading, so locked outputs ignore the preset.
Preset Operations

and View Crosspoints page. Lightware matrix routers have 32 preset
memories which can be loaded and saved any time.

preset loading have an effect on every output, except the locked
ones.
Saving a Preset
Step 1. 
Step 2. Select the desired preset memory location.
Step 3. Press the Save Preset 
preset is stored.
Loading a Preset
Step 1. Select the preset memory location (Preset1...Preset32) you want
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Step 2. Press the Load Preset button. Now the preset is loaded
Step 3. 
area.
The Crosspoint Menu
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EDID Menu
By clicking on the EDID Management menu, the EDID Routing page
appears.
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being downloaded from the matrix which may take up to 40 seconds.
The lists of the EDIDs
▪Emulated EDID List: the resolutions and the vendor names of the
EDID reported to the source for each input separately.
▪Last attached Monitor's EDID List: the resolutions and vendor
names of the display devices connected to matrix switcher's
output.
▪Factory EDID List: shows the factory memory locations (01# -
50#) with preprogrammed EDID.
▪User EDID List: shows the memory locations (51# - 100#) which
can be used by the user to save custom EDIDs.
Changing the Emulated EDID at One or All Inputs
Step 1. Select the Emulated EDID List in one of the window areas in the
drop down list.
Step 2. Select the desired EDID list in the other window.
Step 3. Select the desired EDID from this list with a left mouse click,
a popup message appears. (Memory location, manufacturer,
Resolution and Monitor name of the selected EDID).
Step 4. Click on the desired memory location in the Emulated EDID List
window or the Switch to all input button. Now the EDID has
been changed on selected input. If the EDID changing was
successful a response message will appear on the bottom of
the page.
Step 5. Click on the Cancel button to exit EDID changing.
INFO: Switching an EDID to ALL inputs may take some seconds.
The user can switch and learn EDIDs also in the Last Attached
Monitors EDIDs window. Switching an EDID from this list to an input
results dynamic EDID routing. This means that the emulated EDID
changes automatically if a new monitor is attached to the output, by
simply copying the data from the monitor.
The EDID Management Menu
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