PureLink MX-800 User manual

MX -800 Owner’s
Manual
8 x 8 Digital Modular Matrix Router
PureLinkTM
535 East Crescent Ave
Ramsey, NJ 07446
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Table of Contents
1. Product Overview Page.
1.1 Safety Precautions 3
1.2 Introduction 4
1.3 Part Names & Reference 5
1.4 Installation 7
2. Product Features
2.1 Key Functions 8
2.2 Features & Specifications 10
3. Operational Guidelines
3.1 “MAIN MENU”User Guide 11
4. Communication Code Configuration
4.1 RS-232C(COM) COMMUNICATION CODE SET-UP 16
4.2 LAN(TCP/IP) COMMUNICATION CODE SET-UP 24
4.3 Connector Pin Assignment 26
5. Additional Information
5.1 Warranty 27

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1. Product Overview
1.1 Safety Precautions
- Always use the correct external power supply (indicated on the product label) when
operating this unit.
- Please refrain from using frayed power cords and damaged wall outlets.
- Mishandling of this product may lead to a fire or explosion hazard.
- Do not place any heavy objects or equipment on top of the unit.
- Keep away from wet, magnetic, and flammable surfaces or substances.
- Air vents should be kept clean and unobstructed at all times.
- Any external impact may cause damage to the operation of this unit.
- Be sure this unit is properly grounded (earthed) in order to prevent the risk of
electrical shock.
- Please contact our technical support team at any time for assistance with the user-
manual, installation, or operation of this unit.

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1.2 Introduction
The MX-800 matrix router supports DVI 1.0, HDMI Ver1.3, and HDSDI interface settings in a
single unit. The modular input/output ports allow users to connect multiple displays to the router.
The MX-800 features a switching mechanism that splits signals from 8 channels to any
designated output port.
Through channel-input configuration, the MX-800 can recognize up to 32 DVI, HDMI, and HDSDI
signals and send them to 8 output ports on command.
DVI 1.0 and HDMI Ver. 1.3 matrix transmits advanced video and audio signals
19“ Standard RACK TYPE CASE(2U)
Router-to-router cascading (up to 3 levels)
Supports EDID-Save functionality. The unit will detect the output source’s EDID and record it in the unit.
PRESET feature allows users to program up to 16 channels
Compliant with HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) using DVI and HDMI standards
Supports high-bandwidth digital signals
Other Specifications:
1. Up to 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) resolution, 480i/p ~1080i/p video
2. Designed to support 5 slot-types depending on desired use:
DVI / DVI&3.5 / STEREO / HDSDI / CAT-5 / OPTICAL
3. With the ability to cascade units, up to 32 computer or A/V sources can be connected to 8 display sources.
4. The LCD display window allows users to easily view the current operational mode of the router.
4. Output ports can be designated using four convenient methods based on user-preference:
- Manual input through KEY SWITCH in the front panel
- RS-232C configuration
- LAN (TCP/IP) configuration
5. Integrated noise-cancellation and error-correction logic for both input and output ports to prevent
any damage caused by electrical noise.
What’s Included:
- MX-800 main frame and card slots
- Power adapter (DC12V , 6.6A/ 80Watt)
- RS232C & LAN Cable
- User Manual

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1.3 Part Names & Reference
Front Panel:
POWER: Main power switch ON / OFF
DISPLAY: View menu and system mode
RESET: Revert the matrix router to its original settings.
FUNCTION: Navigate menu and control options
CREATE: Program input channels
PREVIEW: View saved channel
ENTER: Save/select desired setting
CANCEL: Revert to previous setting
IN1~8: Select input channels (1~8)
OUT1~8: Select output channels (1~8)

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Back Panel
DC 12V: Power supply (DC +12V) input port
LAN: LAN (TCP/IP) input port
RS-232 C: RS-232C input port
INPUT SLOT : DVI, HDSDI , CAT-5, OPTICAL ports (IN1~8)
OUTPUT SLOT : DVI, HDSDI , CAT-5, OPTICAL ports (OUT1~4)x2 EA

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1.4 Installation Guidelines and Procedures
1. Installation Environment
The following settings are recommended in order to achieve optimal
performance:
-Operational temperature should be 30° C (best condition) or below
-Operational humidity should be 60% (best condition) or below
-Operational space should be dust-free and well ventilated
-AC power supply safety (AVR-based power supply is highly advised)

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2. Product Features
2-1. Key Functions
The MX-800 matrix router is compliant with DVI 1.0, HDMI V1.3, and HDSDI. The back-
pane card slot design allows users to create a customized digital interface for connecting
multiple display sources.
The MX-800 is an 8-input router with the ability to switch multiple signals to any
designated output port, as well as distribute a single input source to multiple output ports.
By cascading units, the MX-800 can detect up to 32 DVI, HDMI, and HDSDI input sources
and transmit signals to 8 output ports on command.
When the routers are cascaded in three levels, high-bandwidth DVI and HDMI video
(1920*1080p) command signals can be controlled manually or through an external
computer via RS232C / LAN communication code.
1. Cascading Units (3-level Set-up)
Input: 32-Channel
Output: 8-Channel
In/Out Configuration: [8 8]*4set, [8 :8]*2set , [8 8]*1set
In/Out Connection: match a single output port with any designated port out of the 32
input ports
Enabled configuration: 32in-32out -> 16in -16out -> 8in-8out
1-Level:

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2-Levels:
3-Levels:

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2. System Diagram
The figure below illustrates a connectivity diagram.
Input signals can be switched manually through the front panel or through external control
sources (IR, RS-232C, LAN (TCP/IP)), and distributed to any combination of designated output
ports.
2-2 Features & Specifications
Signal Type : TMDS SIGNAL , DIGITAL R.G.B. & DIGITAL AUDIO
Data Transmission Speed : UP TO 2.25 Gbps(Single Link)
Highest Resolution: WUXGA(1920*1200) , 480i/p ~ 1080 i/p
LCD Display Window: 20*4 LINES LCD
Output Port Set-up: Front panel SWITCH, RS-232C configuration, LAN(TCP/IP) configuration
Input Port Set-up: input *8 / output *4x2 EA
Source Connection: DVI-D 29pin Female
HDMI 19pin Female , BNC Female
Power Supply : DC12V , 6.6A
Power Consumption : 25 Watt / 35Watt
Dimensions ( W x D x H, inch ) : 17.1’ x 8.6’x 3.5’(2U)
Total Weight: 9.15 Lbs
DVI MATRIX ROUTER BLOCK DIAGRAM
DVI MATRIX ROUTER INPUT/OUTPUT CONFIGURATION

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3. Operational Guidelines
3.1 MAIN MENU User Guide
Turn the power switch on
Once all channel indicator lights are on, the first step is complete
1. Initial page on the LCD display
2. Channel View and Input Selection
IN / OUT indicates connection status
Press the IN / OUT KEY to display each channel’s connection status and video resolution
Press the CANCEL KEY to return to the initial screen
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Use the CREATE(UP) / PREVIEW(DOWN) KEYS to control the menu options
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3. PRODUCT_ID
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6. SYSTEM INFO
7. EDID
8. SYSTEM CONFIG
Press the ENTER KEY to select an option.
Press the CANCLE KEY to return to the main menu
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Press the ENTER KEY to save or switch input channels
Press CANCEL to reverse a selection and return to the previous screen
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PRESET Edit: Edit and save up to 20 IN/OUT channels
Use the CREATE(UP) / PREVIEW(DOWN) KEYS to select desired menu option
Use the UP / DOWN / IN / OUT KEYS to edit and press ENTER to save or execute
Press the CANCEL KEY to reverse current settings and return to the previous screen
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Create up to 20 PRODUCT ID’s
Set : Displays current number or PRODUCT ID’s
Edit : Use the UP / DOWN KEY to select the ID and press ENTER to edit or save.
Press CANCEL to reverse selection and return to the previous screen
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Use the UP / DOWN KEY to make a selection and press ENTER to continue
Use the UP / DOWN KEY to select desired setting and press ENTER to save
Press CANCEL to reverse selection and return to the previous screen
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Use the IN / OUT KEY to change desired codes and press ENTER to save
KEY NUMER Assignment
IN1( 1 ) , IN2( 2 ) , IN3( 3 ), IN4( 4 ), IN5( 5 ), IN6( 6 ), IN7( 7 ) , IN8 (8)
OUT1(9) , OUT2(0) , OUT3(.)
Press the OUT3(.) KEY to reassign numbers
Press CANCEL to reverse changes and return to the previous screen
9. SYSTEM INFO FUNCTION

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Ext Edid Load: Press the OUTPUT KEY to select desired EDID SOURCE and INPUT KEY and
press ENTER to continue.
: LOADING status will appear as follows:
F FAIL
P PASS
Int Edid Load: MX-800 has 14 selectable pre-programmed EDID data and 6 empty memory
spaces that can be used to upload EDID data from any external display device in advance.
1 ~ 14: Internally assigned EDID DATA
15 ~ 20: User-saved EDID DATA
Ext Edid Save: User can save EDID DATA for 15~20 monitors connected to the output ports
Input Edid Check: To view EDID DATA saved in the input slots
: Press INPUT KEY to check EDID DATA coming from the input port
: #Notice: When checking for EDID DATA the screen may flash
9. SYSTEM CONFIG FUNCTION

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Switching Delay: controlling channel conversion speed
Fast: quickest conversion (DVI or 2CH HDMI)
Normal: 2-3 sec. delay
Slow: 3-5 sec. delay
Switching delay may vary with each monitor or TV source.
If the video or audio is not displaying properly, adjusting the conversion speed may help
correct it.
Input Select: choosing the input port. (HDMI or CAT5)
HDMI INPUT SLOT only
Use the UP/DOWN Key to select the desired input source and press ENT or MEN to
continue.
H : HDMI , C : CAT5 , A : AUTO
AUTO MODE : If there is no VIDEO DATA in the newly configured the input port, the data
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4. Communication Code Configuration
4-1.COMMAND LINE OPERATIONS
■Control Programmer’s Guide (Code Structure and Examples)
This section is designed for programmers who wish to create their own control programs
using the command code. All Pure Link digital matrix routers provide a simple character
stream control used by external control devices attached to a Pure Link device. Command
codes are used primarily for control, during system installation and setup, and for diagnostic
purposes.
Overview
Command code is a set of alphanumeric characters that combine to form control commands.
Command code strings are entered into a terminal emulation program (such as windows
HyperTerminal) running on an external control device. The control device (PC, third-party
controller) sends the commands to the system. Control devices must be able to send and
receive ASCII or HEXA code via an RS-232 or Ethernet port.
Command Code Formats
A command code is a series of command characters and numbers used to send commands
to the system. Commands include basic formulas for creating and disconnecting switches, as
well as for verifying the status of switches.
In a command code, each character is either general command (e.g, C for connect) or an
identifier that indicates what the following number designates (e.g, “O” and the number
following it designate an “output number”). The command code *255CI01O01! Can be
interested as follows: (*) Starting the command code (255) Router ID is 255 (C) Create
connection on (I01) Input 01 to (O01) Output 01 (!) take the command. For a complete list
of command characters and their functions, see pages 17-24
Ack value (Acknowledge value: Response from Pure Link device) will be echoed back to the
terminal screen as the unit accepts them. When a command is successfully executed, all of
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Ex 1) Command (Connect Input 1 to Output 1)
*255CI01O01! 
Ack value
*255sC I01O01!
Ex 2) Command (Check Input connection status on Output 3)
*255?O03! 
Ack Value
*255s? I03O03!
General Rules for Command Codes
The commands are coded in ASCII and HEXA. Please refer to Table 3.1 on pg. 18 for
detailed descriptions of keys and functions. A basic command code setup is shown below;
Ex) *255CI01O01! 
Start (*) + Router ID (255) + Command (C) + Input number (I01) + Output
number (O01) + End (!) + Enter ()
▶A command line allows execution of only one command. Multiple commands require
execution of multiple strings; one command per string.
▶All s begin with * (Start) byte.
▶All s end with ! (End) byte.
▶All s will be executed when (Enter) is entered.
▶The correct Router ID must be entered in a command code. Systems will not
react to the command if a wrong Router ID is entered. The Factory Default
Router ID is set to 255 and the universal Router ID is 999. Systems will react
to the command whenever universal Router ID is entered in command code.
▶Command codes typically are not case-sensitive.
▶*Audio Command is only available for MXA series product*
▶To specify multiple inputs and outputs, enter a “,” (Comma) between numbers.
(Ex., *255CI01O01,02,03! : Connects Input 01 to Output 01, 02, and 03)
▶Use - (Hyphen) for range connection.
(EX., *255CI01O01-04! : Connects Input 01 to Output 01,02,03, and 04)

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Table 3.1 Command Codes Characters Table
The table below shows command code characters (keys), which are used to generate control
commands, their functions, and short function descriptions.
Key
Function
Description and Example
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0x2A
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Start the command
Header Code
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!
End the command
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Execute the
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Execute the command
0x43
0x63
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Connect (Video and
Audio)
Initiates a Connect (switch)
command for both Video and
Audio; this must precede input and
output specification
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0x56,0x43
0x76,0x63
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Connect (Video only)
Initiates a Connect (switch)
command for Video only; this must
precede input and output
specification
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0x41,0x43
0x61,0x63
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Connect (Audio only)
Initiates a Connect (switch)
command for Audio only; this must
precede input and
output specification
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0x3F
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Status
Status command; this must
precede input and output
specification
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0x44
0x64
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Disconnect
Disconnect command for both
Video and Audio; this must precede
input and output specification
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0x56,0x44
0x76,0x64
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Disconnect (Video
only)
Disconnect command for Video
only; this must precede input and
output specification
2
0x41,0x44
0x61,0x64
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ad
Disconnect (Audio
only)
Disconnect command for Audio
only; this must precede input and
output specification
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entries that contain multiple
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Range
Specifies a range of numbers in
entries containing multiple numbers
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0x49
0x69
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Router ID check
Router ID check command; check
router’s current ID number
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?version
Firmware version
check
Firmware version check command;
*255?version! 
0x40
@
Baud rate setting
Baud rate sting command;
*255@001! →19200
*255@002! →38400
*255@003! →57600
*255@004! →115200
0x4E
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Networking setting
Network configuration setting
command:
- IP Setting
*255NIP125.135.199.004! 
- Subnet Mask Setting
*255NSM255.255.255.000! 
- Gate Way Setting
*255NGW192.168.000.001! 
- MAC Address Setting
*255NMA00.50.C2.B0.20.05! 
- Port Number Setting
*255NPN3000! 
- Network Information
*255NNI000! 
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0x48
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Connection check
Router communication connection
check command: *255H000! 
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Command Ack (Acknowledge) Value Response
When command codes are entered into a terminal emulation program (such as
HyperTerminal) and are accepted by the system, they respond back to the terminal screen
one at a time, as noted below in the table. The complete command has executed
successfully when all of the entered characters including “s” which stands for status, appear.
If a command character is not accepted, a different character than the one entered appears
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Ack (Acknowledge) Value Response Table
The following table shows ack value response characters along with their descriptions and
meanings, which may appear instead of the initially entered character or number. If these
characters appear, all or part of the command has not been executed.
Table 3.2 Descriptions of Acknowledge (ACK) Signals
Ack value
Description
Input 1 is not connected
No information in each channel.
Command Code Error
Indicates that system has rejected all or part of the command
Router ID Error
Indicates that the wrong ID number was entered
Command Code Ack Value Examples
Command Code
Entered
Ack Value as appears in the
control program
Explanation of Result
*255CI01O01! 
*255sC I01O01 !
The command was successfully
executed
*255CO01! 
Command Code Error
The command was not executed
because the input number was not
included
*255CI01O01 
Command Code Error
The command was not executed
because “!” (End) was not included
*300CI01O01! 
Router ID Error
The command was not executed
because the actual Router ID and
entered Router ID did not match
4-1.1 Connecting Switches
A switch is an active connection between an input (source) signal and one or more output
(display) devices. The signals connected in a switch command are either individual signals
or groups of signals coming through the connectors on the rear of the unit.
The “C” key initiates a Connect command for routing a switch. The characters and numbers
that follow the “C” command tell the system, which inputs and outputs to connect. The last
character “!” is found at the end of a command code which tells the system to execute the
command.