Lightware MODEX-OPTS-TX User manual

MODEX-OPTS-TX
MODEX-OPTM-TX
MODEX-OPTS-RX
MODEX-OPTM-RX
User’s Manual

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Class I apparatus construction. This equipment must be used with a main power system
with a protective earth connection. The third (earth) pin is a safety feature, do not bypass
or disable it.
This 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 top cover will expose
dangerous voltages. To avoid personal injury, do not remove the top cover. Do not operate
the unit without the cover installed.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with
liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
The apparatus must be safely connected to multimedia systems. Follow instructions
described in this manual.
WEEE ( Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment )
Correct Disposal of This Product
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 office, 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
This laser product is designated as Class 1M, wavelengths are 850 nm, 1310 nm, 1490
nm, 1550 nm.
LASER RADIATION
DO NOT VIEW DIRECTLY WITH
OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS
CLASS 1M LASER PRODUCT

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
We,
Lightware Kft. 1071 Budapest Peterdy str. 15 HUNGARY
as manufacturer declare, that the products
MODEX-OPTS-TX
MODEX-OPTM-TX
MODEX-OPTS-RX
MODEX-OPTM-RX
( Computer Monitor Extender )
in accordance with the EMC Directive 2004/108/EC and the Low Voltage Directive
2006/95/EEC are in conformity with the following standards:
EMI/EMC .................... EN 55103-1 E3, EN 55103-2
Safety .......................................... EN 60065 Class I
Date: 1 April 2014
Name: Gergely Vida ( Managing Director )
Signed:

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Table of contents
1. INTRODUCTION...................................................................................................................... 9
1.1. BOX CONTENTS................................................................................................................... 9
1.2. DESCRIPTION...................................................................................................................... 9
1.3. FEATURES........................................................................................................................ 10
1.4. APPLICATIONS .................................................................................................................. 11
2. CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS....................................................................................... 12
2.1. MODEX CONCEPT............................................................................................................ 12
2.2. FRAMES ........................................................................................................................... 13
2.2.1. Transmitter front view ............................................................................................. 13
2.2.2. Receiver front view ................................................................................................. 14
2.3. REAR VIEW....................................................................................................................... 15
2.4. MEDIA CONNECTORS......................................................................................................... 15
2.5. VIDEO &AUDIO MODULES.................................................................................................. 16
2.6. INTERFACE MODULES........................................................................................................ 17
2.7. ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS ............................................................................................... 18
2.7.1. Fiber optical connectors.......................................................................................... 18
2.7.2. HDMI inputs and outputs ........................................................................................ 18
2.7.3. DVI inputs and outputs............................................................................................ 19
2.7.4. DisplayPort input and output................................................................................... 19
2.7.5. BNC connectors (SDI) ............................................................................................ 20
2.7.6. Ethernet port ........................................................................................................... 20
2.7.7. Symmetrical analog stereo audio ........................................................................... 20
2.7.8. S/PDIF digital audio input and output ..................................................................... 21
2.7.9. IR connectors.......................................................................................................... 21
2.7.10. RS-232 / RS-422 port ............................................................................................. 21
2.7.11. Neutrik power connector......................................................................................... 22
3. TECHNOLOGIES................................................................................................................... 23
3.1. UNDERSTANDING EDID..................................................................................................... 23
3.1.1. Basics...................................................................................................................... 23
3.1.2. Common problems related to EDID........................................................................ 23
3.2. ADVANCED EDID MANAGEMENT ........................................................................................ 24
3.3. HDCP MANAGEMENT........................................................................................................ 24
3.3.1. Protected and unprotected content......................................................................... 24
3.3.2. Real life examples................................................................................................... 25
4. INSTALLATION..................................................................................................................... 26
4.1. CONNECTING DEVICES ...................................................................................................... 26
4.2. SERIAL DEVICES................................................................................................................ 27
4.2.1. General information about serial communication ................................................... 27
4.2.2. Example connection diagrams................................................................................ 27
4.3. MOUNTING OPTIONS.......................................................................................................... 28
4.3.1. Rack shelf mounting (with 1U high rack shelf) ....................................................... 28
4.3.2. Truss mounting (with Mounting bracket V2)........................................................... 28
4.3.3. Through furniture mounting (with Mounting bracket V2) ........................................ 28
5. FRONT PANEL OPERATIONS............................................................................................. 29
5.1. FRONT PANEL MENU.......................................................................................................... 29
5.2. INFO MENU ....................................................................................................................... 30
5.3. SETTINGS MENU................................................................................................................ 30
5.3.1. Network settings ..................................................................................................... 30
5.3.2. System settings....................................................................................................... 31
5.4. MODULES MENU................................................................................................................ 32
5.4.1. MODEX-PH-OPTS.................................................................................................. 32
5.4.2. MODEX-AV-HDMI-OM and MODEX-AV-HDMI14-OM .......................................... 32
5.4.3. MODEX-AV-HDMI-DVI-IM and MODEX-AV-HDMI-DVI-4K-IM.............................. 32
5.4.4. MODEX-IF-AUD...................................................................................................... 33

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5.4.5. MODEX-IF-RS232-IR ............................................................................................. 33
5.5. CROSSPOINTS MENU......................................................................................................... 34
5.6. USB K&M MENU .............................................................................................................. 34
5.7. EDID MENU (TRANSMITTER).............................................................................................. 34
5.7.1. Viewing and changing the emulated EDID............................................................. 34
5.8. EDID MENU (RECEIVER).................................................................................................... 35
5.9. PRESETS MENU................................................................................................................. 35
5.9.1. Applying a preset .................................................................................................... 35
6. WEB CONTROL –USING THE BUILT-IN WEBSITE .......................................................... 36
6.1. NETWORK STRUCTURE...................................................................................................... 36
6.1.1. IP settings ............................................................................................................... 36
6.1.2. Establishing the connection.................................................................................... 36
6.2. LAYOUT OF BUILT-IN WEB................................................................................................... 37
6.3. CROSSPOINT MENU........................................................................................................... 38
6.3.1. Video crosspoint ..................................................................................................... 39
6.3.2. Audio crosspoint ..................................................................................................... 39
6.3.3. Infra crosspoint ....................................................................................................... 40
6.3.4. Serial crosspoint ..................................................................................................... 41
6.4. MODULE PROPERTIES AND SETTINGS ................................................................................. 42
6.4.1. Optical link quality................................................................................................... 43
6.4.2. Video modules ........................................................................................................ 43
6.4.3. Audio modules ........................................................................................................ 43
6.5. PORT PROPERTIES AND SETTINGS...................................................................................... 45
6.5.1. Analog audio input port........................................................................................... 47
6.5.2. Analog audio output port......................................................................................... 47
6.5.3. HDMI output port..................................................................................................... 47
6.5.4. HDMI input port....................................................................................................... 47
6.5.5. SDI port................................................................................................................... 48
6.5.6. IR port ..................................................................................................................... 49
6.5.7. RS-232 port............................................................................................................. 49
6.6. EDID MENU...................................................................................................................... 50
6.6.1. About EDID memory (transmitter) .......................................................................... 50
6.6.2. EDID types.............................................................................................................. 50
6.6.3. Advanced EDID Management ................................................................................ 51
6.6.4. Changing emulated EDID....................................................................................... 51
6.6.5. Learning an EDID ................................................................................................... 52
6.6.6. Exporting an EDID.................................................................................................. 52
6.6.7. Importing an EDID .................................................................................................. 52
6.6.8. EDID Summary window.......................................................................................... 52
6.6.9. Creating an EDID.................................................................................................... 52
6.6.10. Editing an EDID ...................................................................................................... 53
6.6.11. Deleting EDID(s)..................................................................................................... 53
6.7. CONTROL MENU................................................................................................................ 53
6.7.1. Ethernet tab ............................................................................................................ 53
6.7.2. USB tab................................................................................................................... 54
6.8. EVENT MANAGER .............................................................................................................. 54
6.8.1. The event area........................................................................................................ 55
6.8.2. Wizard mode........................................................................................................... 56
6.8.3. Advanced mode...................................................................................................... 57
6.8.4. Save, load or clear an event................................................................................... 58
6.9. SETTINGS MENU................................................................................................................ 59
6.9.1. Core tab .................................................................................................................. 59
6.9.2. Network tab............................................................................................................. 59
6.9.3. Status tab................................................................................................................ 60
6.9.4. System log tab ........................................................................................................ 60
6.9.5. Presets tab.............................................................................................................. 61
6.9.6. Backup tab.............................................................................................................. 62
6.9.7. Lock tab .................................................................................................................. 63
6.10. ADVANCED VIEW............................................................................................................... 64

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7. PROGRAMMER’S REFERENCE.......................................................................................... 65
7.1. LW3 PROTOCOL –OVERVIEW............................................................................................ 65
7.1.1. Elements of tree structure....................................................................................... 65
7.1.2. Escaping ................................................................................................................. 67
7.1.3. Error messages....................................................................................................... 68
7.1.4. Prefix summary....................................................................................................... 68
7.2. COMMANDS ...................................................................................................................... 69
7.2.1. Get all children of a node........................................................................................ 69
7.2.2. Get all properties and methods of a node............................................................... 69
7.2.3. Get all child nodes, properties and methods of a node.......................................... 70
7.2.4. Set command.......................................................................................................... 70
7.2.5. Invocation................................................................................................................ 71
7.2.6. Subscription ............................................................................................................ 71
7.2.7. Notifications about the changes of the properties .................................................. 73
7.2.8. Signature................................................................................................................. 73
7.2.9. Manual .................................................................................................................... 74
7.2.10. Formal definitions.................................................................................................... 74
7.3. LW3 PROTOCOL TREE....................................................................................................... 74
7.3.1. /REMOTE................................................................................................................ 75
7.3.2. /PRESETS.............................................................................................................. 75
7.3.3. /MANAGEMENT/.................................................................................................... 75
7.3.4. /EDID....................................................................................................................... 76
7.3.5. /MEDIA.................................................................................................................... 76
7.3.6. /SYS........................................................................................................................ 76
7.4. VIDEO PORT AND CROSSPOINT SETTINGS ........................................................................... 76
7.4.1. Query the video crosspoint setting ......................................................................... 76
7.4.2. Query the status of source ports............................................................................. 77
7.4.3. Mute an input port................................................................................................... 78
7.4.4. Unmute an input port .............................................................................................. 78
7.4.5. Lock an input port ................................................................................................... 78
7.4.6. Unlock an input port................................................................................................ 78
7.4.7. Mute the output....................................................................................................... 78
7.4.8. Unmute the output .................................................................................................. 79
7.4.9. Lock the output ....................................................................................................... 79
7.4.10. Unlock the output.................................................................................................... 79
7.5. AUDIO PORT AND CROSSPOINT SETTINGS........................................................................... 79
7.5.1. Query the audio crosspoint setting ......................................................................... 79
7.5.2. Switching audio input.............................................................................................. 80
7.6. RS-232 PORT CONFIGURATION.......................................................................................... 80
7.6.1. BAUD rate setting................................................................................................... 80
7.6.2. Databit setting......................................................................................................... 80
7.6.3. Stopbit setting ......................................................................................................... 80
7.6.4. Parity setting ........................................................................................................... 81
7.7. NETWORK CONFIGURATION ............................................................................................... 81
7.7.1. Query the DHCP state............................................................................................ 81
7.7.2. Change the DHCP state ......................................................................................... 81
7.7.3. Query the IP address (dynamic)............................................................................. 81
7.7.4. Change the IP address (static) ............................................................................... 81
7.7.5. Query the subnet mask (static network mask) ....................................................... 82
7.7.6. Change the subnet mask (static)............................................................................ 82
7.7.7. Query the gateway address (static)........................................................................ 82
7.7.8. Change the gateway address (static)..................................................................... 82
7.8. EVENT SETTINGS (CONDITIONS AND ACTIONS) .................................................................... 82
7.8.1. Set the source node (condition).............................................................................. 83
7.8.2. Set the source property (condition)......................................................................... 83
7.8.3. Set the value of the source property (condition)..................................................... 83
7.8.4. Set the target node (action) .................................................................................... 83
7.8.5. Set the target property (action)............................................................................... 84
7.8.6. Set the value of the target property (action) ........................................................... 84
7.9. EDID MANAGEMENT.......................................................................................................... 84

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7.9.1. Query the emulated EDIDs..................................................................................... 84
7.9.2. Query the validity of a dynamic EDID..................................................................... 84
7.9.3. Query a user EDID header ..................................................................................... 84
7.9.4. Emulating an EDID to an input port ........................................................................ 85
7.9.5. Copy an EDID to user memory............................................................................... 85
7.9.6. Deleting an EDID from user memory...................................................................... 85
7.9.7. Resetting emulated EDIDs ..................................................................................... 85
8. FIRMWARE UPGRADE......................................................................................................... 86
8.1. SHORT INSTRUCTIONS....................................................................................................... 86
8.2. DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS................................................................................................... 86
8.2.1. Get the firmware pack and the LDU application..................................................... 86
8.2.2. Install the LDU application...................................................................................... 86
8.2.3. Connect the computer to the MODEX device(s) .................................................... 89
8.2.4. Start the LDU and follow the instructions shown on the screen............................. 89
9. SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................. 94
9.1. FRAMES ........................................................................................................................... 94
9.1.1. MODEX-F15 frames ............................................................................................... 94
9.2. MEDIA CONNECTORS......................................................................................................... 95
9.2.1. MODEX-OPTS and MODEX-OPTM....................................................................... 95
9.3. VIDEO &AUDIO MODULES.................................................................................................. 96
9.3.1. MODEX-AV-DVIDL-IM............................................................................................ 96
9.3.2. MODEX-AV-DVIDL-OM.......................................................................................... 96
9.3.3. MODEX-AV-HDMI-DVI-IM...................................................................................... 97
9.3.1. MODEX-AV-HDMI-DVI-4K-IM ................................................................................ 97
9.3.2. MODEX-AV-HDMI-OM ........................................................................................... 98
9.3.3. MODEX-AV-HDMI-4K-OM...................................................................................... 98
9.3.4. MODEX-AV-DP-IM ................................................................................................. 99
9.3.5. MODEX-AV-DP-OM................................................................................................ 99
9.3.6. MODEX-AV-3GSDI-IM.......................................................................................... 100
9.3.7. MODEX-AV-DVI-OM............................................................................................. 100
9.3.8. MODEX-AV-DVI-IM .............................................................................................. 101
9.3.9. MODEX-AV-DVI-4K-OM....................................................................................... 102
9.3.10. MODEX-AV-HDMI-DVI-4K-OM ............................................................................ 102
9.4. INTERFACE MODULES...................................................................................................... 103
9.4.1. MODEX-IF-RS232................................................................................................ 103
9.4.2. MODEX-IF-2xRS232 ............................................................................................ 103
9.4.3. MODEX-IF-RS232-RS422.................................................................................... 103
9.4.4. MODEX-IF-RS232-IR ........................................................................................... 104
9.4.5. MODEX-IF-ETH.................................................................................................... 104
9.4.6. MODEX-IF-AUDIN................................................................................................ 104
9.4.7. MODEX-IF-AUDOUT............................................................................................ 105
9.4.8. MODEX-IF-AUD.................................................................................................... 105
9.4.9. MODEX-IF-4ETH.................................................................................................. 105
9.4.10. MODEX-IF-ETH-ECN........................................................................................... 106
10. TROUBLESHOOTING......................................................................................................... 107
11. APPENDIX........................................................................................................................... 110
11.1. MECHANICAL DRAWINGS.................................................................................................. 110
11.2. FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS .......................................................................................... 111
11.3. FACTORY EDID LIST ....................................................................................................... 112
12. VERSION APPLICABILITY................................................................................................. 113
13. WARRANTY ........................................................................................................................ 113
14. DOCUMENT REVISION HISTORY ..................................................................................... 113

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1. Introduction
Thank you for choosing MODEX, the Lightware Modular Extender family. The MODEX
family is a hybrid, modular and multi-layer group of extenders supporting AV and broadcast
industry’s formats. Capable of extending digital and analog audio and video, USB KVM,
Ethernet and control signals like RS-232, RS-422 or Infrared.
1.1. Box contents
MODEX transmitter or
receiver
Power cable with IEC
connector
Power cable with Neutrik
powerCON connector and
additional chuck1
UTP patch cable (1 m)
Rubber feet with screws
and washers (4x)
Phoenix®Combicon
(3.5mm pitch) connector2
Infrared transmitter with
TRS male connector3
Infrared receiver with TRS
male connector3
1.2. Description
The technology built into the MODEX family breaks many standard limitations allowing 30
meters DVI cable on input, Advanced EDID Management, Pixel Accurate Reclocking, LAN
and RS-232/RS-422 control.
The half unit extender allows one video & audio module and two interface modules (each
can be the same or different type). The front panel has an additional 10/100 Mbps Ethernet
port (with full functionality, but can be used as control interface) and USB KVM connectors
(transmitter has one USB-B for the computer; receiver has two USB-A connectors for the
keyboard and mouse). Keyboard and mouse functions are emulated by the extender and
no USB enumeration occurs while operator switching. A computer is not aware when a
keyboard or mouse has been changed.
MODEX includes a family of long distance transmitters and receivers for sending and
receiving video, audio, RS-232 and IR control, USB KVM and Ethernet over a single fiber
cable. Media connector, the heart of the MODEX determines the signal transportation type
as well as the direction (the unit is a transmitter or receiver).
The MODEX is fully compatible with the 25G hybrid architecture.
1
For the following media connectors: MODEX-CON-OPTS-NT-PCN and MODEX-CON-OPTM-NT-PCN.
2
For the following modules: MODEX-IF-AUDIN and MODEX-IF-AUDOUT (1-1 pc.), MODEX-IF-AUD (2 pcs.)
3
For the following module: MODEX-IF-RS232-IR

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1.3. Features
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Variable A/V modules –MODEX can be supplied with different type of Video ports both on
transmitter and receiver side: HDMI, DVI, DisplayPort and 3G-SDI connectors. To increase
the flexibility, transmitter and receiver can be assembled with different type of video ports.
Wide range of interface modules –There are two slots in the extenders where interface modules
can be installed. Numerous modules are available which contains Analog-, S/PDIF audio
connectors, Ethernet-, RS-232- and Infrared ports in many combinations.
Physical modules with different connectors –MODEX can be ordered with many type of power
connectors and optical connectors.
LW3 protocol –The devices use the new LW3 protocol which is based on a well-structured protocol
tree. Wide range of properties and methods allow to get information about the ports or
create controlling commands.
25G compatibility –Thanks for the LW3 protocol and the design of MODEX and 25G matrix, the
devices are compatible and able to send controlling commands to each other.
Signal transmission up to 10 km –MODEX with single mode optical unit is able to transmit the
signal to 10 km distance.
Single fiber technology –MODEX-OPTS and -OPTM extenders give optical transmission over a
single or duplex fiber; equipped with a Neutrik OpticalCON or industrial grade connector
but both can be used with LC fiber cable.
Pixel accurate reclocking –The video output on the receiver has a clean, jitter free signal,
eliminating signal instability and distortion caused by long cables or connector reflections.
Built-in web page –Easy access from a Web browser to control and configure the MODEX pair.
Controlling functions with the Event manager –MODEX can be configured to perform an action
if a condition appears. E.g. if a signal is present on an input, a command is sent via the
RS-232 port.
Advanced EDID Management –User can emulate any EDID on video input ports, read out and
store any monitor’s EDID.
HDCP enable / disable –MODEX extenders are HDCP-capable ones. To display unprotected
content on a non-HDCP capable sink, HDCP can be disabled via the front panel menu or
from a web browser by the built-in web page.
USB K+M –Connected USB HID devices (e.g. keyboard, mouse) are extended from transmitter to
receiver thus a computer can be remote controlled.
Simple and fast Firmware upgrade –Lightware Device Updater helps to upgrade many devices
together. The process is easier than before: the extenders use the same firmware package.
Front panel control –EDID emulation, Network settings, Preset handling and the most important
module settings are available on LCD-based menu with navigation buttons.
Half-rack sized –The housing of the extenders fits to the industrial standard rack dimension: 1 rack
unit high and half rack wide. Further accessories help to mount the units easily.
Built-in universal power supply –The extenders are equipped with a built-in universal power
supply, which accepts AC voltages from 100 to 240 Volts with 50 or 60 Hz line frequency.
Front panel LEDs –Audio, Video, Optical Link and PSU LEDs to get immediate feedback about the
signals and link status.
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The available features depend on the modules installed into the given MODEX product.