Lightware MX User manual

Quick Start Guide
MX4x4DVI, 4x4DVI-DL, 6x6DVI-DL, 8x8DVI-DL
MX8x4DVI-Pro, 8x8DVI-Pro, 8x8DVI-HDCP-Pro, 8x8HDMI-Pro
MX9x9DVI-Slim, 12x12DVI-Slim, 16x16DVI-Slim
MX9x9DVI-Plus, 12x12DVI-Plus, 16x16DVI-Plus
Further information
The User’s manual of the appliances are available on www.lightware.eu.
See the Downloads section on the website of the product.
Contact us
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Lightware Visual Engineering LLC.
Peterdy 15, Budapest H-1071, Hungary
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Front panel controls in AUTOTAKE mode
Autotake mode is useful when immediate actions must be done or fast switching is
needed between sources on a particular destination. In this mode switching occurs
immediately upon pressing one of the input selector buttons.
1
Output lock Locks and protects one or more outputs.
2
Control lock Disables or enables front panel operations. Red light means
the switching and function buttons are disabled.
3
Destinations Buttons to select an output or to see the state of an output.
4
Sources Buttons to select an input, to select a preset number, or to
view the state of the selected input port.
5
Take button Switching between Take and Autotake working modes;
keep the button pressed for 3 seconds to toggle the modes.
6
Preset buttons Performing preset operations (Load and Save).
7
EDID button The EDID mode can be (de)activated by the button. The
illuminated button shows that the mode is active.
8
Signal present This Signal present mode can be (de)activated by the
button. The illuminated button shows that the mode is active.
9
Display 2x16 character LCD display for menu operations.
q
Menu navigation Up, down, left, right and enter buttons.
w
Status LEDs Power LED indicates that the unit is powered on. CPU LIVE
blinking LED indicates normal operation.
e
Reset button Reboots the matrix; the same as switching it off and on again.
Only on MX8x8HDMI-Pro and -DVI-HDCP-Pro matrices.
r
On/Off switch The matrix can be switched on/off by the switch.
Important safety instructions
Please read and keep the information in the attached safety instructions supplied with the
product before starting using the device.
Introduction
Lightware’s 4x4 to 16x16 I/O sized standalone matrices are perfect for dynamically changing
environments. The switchers handle DVI-D, HDMI signals with HDCP support and can be
controlled either by RS-232 port, TCP/IP LAN connection, or by the built-in website - depending
on the capabilities of the appliance. Crosspoint switching is done instantly without frame delay
or frame latency.
Box contents
* The external PSU and the cable are supplied only with the Slim matrices.
Mounting with front rack ears
The front rack ears allow mounting the device
as a standard rack unit installation.
Ventilation
 To ensure the correct ventilation and
avoid overheating let enough free space
around the appliance. Do not cover the
appliance, let the ventilation holes free on
both sides.
Powering on
Connect the power cord to the device’s IEC C14 standard power input connector. The
router is immediately powered ON when the power cord is connected to the AC source (on
Slim-matrices the power switch has to be in position ‘ON’). If the self-test is nished the last
conguration is reloaded and the appliance is ready to use.
 After switching ON, the router reloads the latest settings which had been used before it
was turned off. The router has an internal emergency memory that stores all current settings
and tie congurations. This memory is independent from presets 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.
Front view
Rear view
Front view legend
1
AC connector Standard IEC connector accepting 100-240 V, 50 or 60 Hz.
2
Fuse Replace with F3.15A type only when necessary. In the case
of DVI-DL series use an F1A fuse.
3
RS-232 port 9 pole D-sub female connector for a standard RS-232 port.
4
LAN Standard RJ45 connector. This port can be connected to a
computer directly or to LAN via switch/router.
5
Input ports Standard DVI-I or HDMI connectors for DVI-D or HDMI
input signals.
6
Output ports Standard DVI-D or HDMI connectors for DVI-D or HDMI
signals.
7
Equipotential
connector
Plug connector for potential equalization. Only in the case of
Plus and Slim matrices.
8
Reset button Reboots the matrix; the same as switching it off and on again.
Only in the case of Slim and Plus matrices.
Rear view legend
Switching operations
1. First, press and release the desired source button.
The pressed source button and all destination buttons
which are currently connected to the source lights up.
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
2. Press and release the desired destination buttons
which have to be (dis)connected to/from the selected
source. The preselected destination buttons will blink.
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
3. Press and release Take button; the selected input is
switched to the selected output(s).
Lock an output
1. Press and release the Output Lock button; it starts to
blink and all the buttons of any locked destinations light
up (view state).
SOU
OUTPUT
LOCK
CONTROL
LOCK
DESTI
2. Press and release a destination button; it starts to
blink (more destinations can be selected sequentially).
SOU
OUTPUT
LOCK
CONTROL
LOCK
DESTI
3. Press and release Take button. The selected
destinations are now locked.
Front panel controls in TAKE mode
Take mode allows the user to connect or disconnect multiple outputs to an input
at once. This mode is useful when the time delay is not allowed between multiple
switching. The commands are only realized when the Take button is pressed.
LOAD
PRESET
SAVE
PRESET
TAKE
AUTO
LOAD
PRESET
SAVE
PRESET
TAKE
AUTO
Switching operations
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.
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
2. Press and release the desired source button. The
switch action will be executed immediately. Switching
between sources to the selected destination can be done
directly.
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
Lock an output
1. Press and release the required destination button.
Now the selected destination button and the currently
congured source button light up (view mode).
OUTPUT
LOCK
CONTROL
LOCK
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
2. Press and release the Output Lock button; it lights up
in red, and lock function is activated at once. No source
can be changed at the locked destination.
OUTPUT
LOCK
CONTROL
LOCK
SOURCES
DESTINATIONS
TAKE
AUTO
TAKE
AUTO
MX standalone matrix IEC power cable RS-232 straight cable
LAN cross-link cable,
CAT5e type, 3m length
Power supply unit and power
cable with Neutrik plugs *
Safety and warranty info,
Quick Start Guide
Safety and
warranty
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Remote operation
The matrix can be controlled through various interfaces remotely. The feature allows using
functions which are not accessible via the front panel. Also, this helps 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 Ethernet (TCP/IP), or Serial port (RS-232). After
establishing the connection, generally, there is no difference between the connection types.
 Ethernet port can be connected to a LAN hub, switch, or router with a UTP patch cable. If
connecting to a computer directly, a crosslink UTP cable has to be used!
Multiple simultaneous connections
Ethernet and Serial connections can be used at the same time. However, only one connection
is allowed for Lightware Device Controller (LDC) via the Ethernet port.
Control protocols
The matrix can be controlled with multiple control protocols. Lightware routers have a special
protocol, but to interoperate with third-party devices, a secondary protocol is also provided.
For detailed information about control protocol, please read the User’s manual of the device.
User interface Ethernet port RS-232 port
Lightware Device Controller  
Built-in website 
Third party control system  
Web control – Using the built-in website
The matrices have a built-in web page, which can be accessed over TCP/IP protocol and
offers you full control over all settings even if you don’t have the opportunity to install new
programs. The router’s built-in website is compatible with most widely spread browsers and
requires no additional software components. To access the web page just run your preferred
web browser and type the IP address of the router as a URL. The computer and the router
have to be in the same subnet.
 The only way to nd out the router’s IP address (if it is not known) 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.
 Only one opened web page is allowed simultaneously. Other TCP/IP connections are
prohibited while the web page is opened.
Establishing the connection
 If the computer has multiple Ethernet connections (e.g. Wi-Fi and LAN connections
are used simultaneously) you will have to know the IP address for the one that is used for
controlling the matrix.
1. Connect the matrix switcher and the computer via :
Ethernet by a LAN patch cable (to a Hub, Switch or Router), or
Directly by a LAN cross-link cable.
2. Change to the desired IP settings if it is needed.
3. Type the IP address to the address bar of the web browser. After a few seconds, the
Control menu appears. The current state of the crosspoint is displayed.
CONTROL LOCK
If the button illuminates in red the switching- and function buttons are disabled.
Press the Control lock button to toggle the state.
 When the front panel buttons are locked, remote control (RS-232, Ethernet)
is still available.
LCD menu operation modes
(Valid for the MX8x8DVI-HDCP-Pro, and MX8x8HDMI-Pro matrices.)
Normal mode
Most settings can be done in this mode; this is the default mode after powering on.
EDID mode
Use this mode to set up the emulated EDID on the inputs, learn EDID from the outputs or to
view the EDID memory. This mode is activated when the EDID button is illuminated. You can
enter or exit this mode by pressing the EDID button.
Signal present mode
This mode is for checking the presence of the display devices and incoming signals. It is
activated when the SIGNAL PRESENT button is illuminated. You can enter this mode or exit
by pressing the SIGNAL PRESENT button.
Network settings - Resetting the IP address with front panel buttons
The factory default IP settings or DHCP mode can be activated quickly by the front panel
buttons. To reset the IP conguration perform the following:
1. Switch the router to Take mode if used previously in Autotake mode by pressing Take
button for 3 seconds (light will go off).
2. Press and release Control Lock button (it lights in up red continuously).
3. Press and keep pressed the Output Lock button (the current protocol is indicated).
4. Press and release the
a. Load Preset button to set the factory default static 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 (dynamic IP address):
IP address: Acquired with DHCP
port number: unchanged
subnet mask: Get from DHCP server
gateway: Get from DHCP server
5. A light sequence will occur to conrm the command.(Take/Auto, Load Preset and Save
Preset buttons will light up one after the other).
6. Reinsert the LAN cable to the Ethernet port if it was unplugged.
7. Wait about 20 seconds before connecting the router via Ethernet.
 The factory default IP port no. is 10001.
Typical application - MX16x16DVI-Plus
Software control – Using Lightware Device Controller (LDC)
The device can be controlled from a computer using the Lightware Device
Controller software. The application is available at www.lightware.eu (Support
/ Downloads section), install it on a Windows PC or a Mac OS X and connect to
the device. The following ways are available to connect to the device directly.
Local RS-232 port
Connect a serial cable between the matrix and the computer and start the LDC. Press the
Query button of the connected COM port to list the device, select it then press Connect. The
factory default RS-232 port settings are the followings:
9600 Baud, 8data bits, No parity, 1stop bit.
LAN port
Connect the supplied LAN crosslink cable between the matrix and the computer for direct
connection or connect to an Ethernet by a patch cable. The default parameters are listed
under Network settings section.
CONTROL
LOCK
RS-232
LOCALCONTROL
RoHS
MadeinEU,HU
DVI-TP-RX200
DVI-TP-RX200
OUTPUTS
INPUTS
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
+3.3V +5V RS-232
LAN
100-240V2.1-0.9A50-60Hz
FUSE:F3.15A250V
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
CPULIVE
RESET
Single fiber multimode
optical cable up to 2500m
PC or Mac
PC or Mac
DVI-TP-
RX100
DVI-TP-TX200
MX16x16DVI-Plus
DVI-TP-RX100
DVI-OPT-RX220-Pro
DVI-OPT-TX220-Pro
Projector
Projector
Projector
Projector
PC or Mac DVI monitor
DVI
monitor
DVI monitor
Local monitor
DVI monitor
20 m DVI cable
DVI
cable
DVI cable
DVI cable
DVI cable
DVI cable
DVI cable
DVI
cable
DVI
cable
DVI
cable
20 m DVI cable
Single CATx
cable up to 60m