Quasi MX-1004 User manual

MX-1004
Quasi Quad-View Video Processor
User Manual
Made in Taiwan

Safety and Notice
The MX-1004 Quasi Quad-View Video Processor has been tested for conformity to safety regulations and
requirements, and has been certified for international use. However, like all electronic equipments, the MX- 004
should be used with care. Please read and follow the safety instructions to protect yourself from possible injury
and to minimize the risk of damage to the unit.
Follow all instructions and warnings marked on this unit.
Do not attempt to service this unit yourself, except where explained in this manual.
Provide proper ventilation and air circulation and do not use near water.
Keep objects that might damage the device and assure that the placement of this unit is on a stable surface.
Use only the power adapter and power cords and connection cables designed for this unit.
Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners to clean this unit. Always unplug the power to the device before
cleaning.

Chapter 1
Introduction 1
General
Features 2
Specifications 3
Package Contents 4
Inputs and Outputs 5
Chapter 2
Hardware Installation 6
Safety Precautions 6
Installation Procedure 6
Chapter 3
Operation Software 8
System Requirement and Precautions 8
Instruction of Software Connection 8
Definitions of Menu Buttons and Icons 9
Chapter 4
Troubleshootin 12
Warranty 13
Appendix
Supported Resolution 14
Table of Contents

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General
The MX-1004 Quasi Quad-View Video Processor is an advanced video processor for multimedia
presentations. It is an ideal solution for applications where up to four video signals must be displayed on a single
display. It supports up to 0 video inputs, of which four can be outputted simultaneously with the desired display
layout through software control. The advanced video processor allows you to manipulate output images, wherever
positions and whatever sizes you want for viewing two computers or two video signals or a combination.
The embedded scaler converts signals from input sources to match the native resolution of monitors, flat
panel displays, projectors as well as user-selectable output settings up to WUXGA ( 920x 200). Dual outputs are
provided in both analog (VGA) and digital (DVI) format, one is connected to remote display and the other is
connected to on-site display for real time monitoring.
Fi ure 1: Confi uration Dia ram
Introduction
DVI
VGA
DVI/VGA monitor
Remote DVI projector
Software control
Component video
Composite
video

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Features
Four VGA, three DVI, three component and three composite inputs, from 640x480 to 920x 200, interlaced
or progressive.
Dual outputs (DVI / VGA), 640x480 to 920x 200.
Adjustable size& position through software.
Titles, borders and colored backgrounds.
Resize, position, flip, zoom& pan and blend output video.
Can be cascaded to obtain more images.
Image parameters and layouts are automatically saved in flash memory and can be recalled for later use.
Several Image parameters and layouts can be saved in computers and can be loaded for later use.
Video parameters adjustable (brightness, contrast, color temperature, etc.).
User-selectable output settings, up to 920x 200.
Perfectly as a video screen splitter, a video converter and a video switcher.
Firmware upgradable for support of new features and technology enhancements.
Software control through RS-232/RS-485 over Cat-5.
U size.
Automatically power-saving mode.

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Specifications
Model Name
MX
-
1004
MX
-
1004P
Technical
Role of usage
Multiplexer / video processor
Dual output support
Y
es [DVI & VGA]
Background video input
No
Y
es
HDCP compliance
No
Video bandwidth
DVI[Single
-
link 4.95Gbps]
VGA[ 65M
H
z]
Component
[30M
H
z]
Composite [ 3.5MHz] S-Video [ 3.5MHz]
Video support
480i / 480p / 720p / 080i / 080p60 / 920x 200@75 / 600x 200@60
Audio support
No
Control
RS
-
232
and
RS
-
485
Embedded video
mixer
Y
es
Cascad
able
Y
es
Input TMDS signal
.2 Volts [peak
-
to
-
peak]
ESD protection
Human body model
—
± 5kV [air
-
gap discharge] & ±8kV [contact discharge]
PCB stack
-
up
6-layer board [impedance control — differential 00
Ω
; single 50
Ω
]
Input
4x VGA + 3
x DVI +
3x component + 3x composite +
x RS-232 + x RS-485
4x VGA + 4x DVI + 4x component +
4x composite + 4x S-Video +
x RS-232 + x RS-485
Output
x DVI + x VGA
DVI connector
DVI
-
I [femal,29
-
pin]
S
-
Video connector
9 pin
VGA connector
HD
-
5 [ 5
-
p
in D
-
sub female]
RS
-
232 connector
DE
-
9 [9
-
pin D
-
sub female]
RCA connector
75
Ω
female
RJ
-
45 connector
WE/SS 8P8C with 2 LED indicators
Mechanical
Housing
Metal case
Dimensions
(L x W x H)
Model
440 x 230 x 44mm [ ’5.3”x9. ”x .7”]
Package
545 x 230
x 0mm [ ’9.5”x9. ”x4.3”]
Carton
570 x 580 x 260mm [ ’ 0.5”x ’ 0.9”x 0.2”]
Weight
Model
2780g [6. lbs]
Package
Fixedness
U rack
-
mount with ears
Power supply
AC Power 00
-
240V
Power consumption
3
5
Watts [max]
Operation temperature 0~40°C [32~ 04°F]
Storage temperature
-20~60°C [-4~ 40°F]
Relative humidity
20~90% RH [no condensation]
Package Contents
x MX
-
004 or MX
-
004P
4x DVI to DVI&VGA breakout cable
3x VGA to component breakout cable
3x DVI to VGA adapter
2x DVI to DVI cable
x USB
to
R
S
-
232 cable
2x U rack mounting-ear
x Installation software CD
x UL AC power cord
x User Manual

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Package Contents
1. MX-1004
. DVI
to DVI
&
VGA
Breakout Cable
(DDVY01)
3.VGA to Component Breakout Cable
(VYPBA01)
4. DVI to VGA Adapter (DVA01)
5. 0cm DVI to DVI Cable 6. UL AC Power Cord
7. RS- 3 to USB Adapter
8. 1U Rack Mounting-Ear
9. Installation Software CD
10. User Manual
Please visit www.gomax-electronics.com/download.htm to download software
& firmware updates

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Inputs and Outputs
The MX- 004 has 0 inputs and accepts both graphics and video signals, which come from computers (DVI or
VGA), composite, and component video sources respectively. You can pick up four of the ten inputs and then
display four of them simultaneously on the same screen. Figure 2 shows the rear panel connectors of a MX- 004
and Table illustrates how you can connect video devices and display to the MX- 004.
*Default: Turn on the MX- 004 then switch both three DIP switches simultaneously up and down
to factory default mode.
*These IO ports support various resolution from 640x480 up to 920x 200, for more detail of
the supported modes, please refer to the Appendix – Supported Resolution.
Table 1: Input/Output Connectors
Input Connector Video Source
DVI-x
YPbPr-x/VGA-x
[x = 1~3]
[ ] DVI
[2] VGA — with a DVI-to-VGA adapter (DVA01)
[3] Component (YPbPr) — with a DVI-to-VGA adapter (DVA01) and a VGA-to-component
breakout cable (VYPBA01)
[
4
]
x DVI + x VGA
—
with a DVI
-
to
-
DVI/VGA
breakout
cable
(DDVY01)
[5] x DVI + x Component (YPbPr) — with a DVI-to-DVI&VGA breakout cable (DDVY01)
and a VGA
-
to
-
component
breakout cable
(VYPBA01)
VGA-4 [ ] DVI
[
2
]
VGA
—
with a DVI
-
to
-
VGA adapter
(DVA01)
CVBS
-
1 ~ CVBS
-
4
[
]
Composite
—
w
ith a
RCA
cable
Brid e Connector 2x DVI*
Output Connector
Display
DVI-I OUT
[ ] DVI display
[
2
]
VGA display
—
with a DVI
-
to
-
VGA adapter
(DVA01)
[
3
]
x DVI display + x VGA display
—
with a DVI t
o DVI
&
VGA
breakout
cable
(DDVY01)
It is CRITICAL to have the DVI-to-DVI ca les connected to the CONN1-CONN1 & CONN2-CONN2 sockets on the
MX-1004 for normal operation & firmware update. Please have the ridge connectors linked at any time.
Fi ure 2: Rear Panel

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Safety Precautions
I. To prevent fire or shock hazards, do not expose this device to rain or moisture.
II. When connecting other products such as DVD players, and personal computers, you should turn off the
power of this product for protection against electric shocks.
III. The product should be placed more than one foot away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, and other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat. In addition, do not cover any material or
devices on the top of the device.
IV. Do not use immediately after moving from a low temperature to high temperature, as this causes
condensation,
V. Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to
a child or adult and serious damage to the product.
VI. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a
damp cloth for cleaning.
VII. Do not allow the same still picture to be projected for a long time or an abnormally bright video picture to be
projected. The video image could be burned in to the display device.
Installation Procedures
Unpackin
Remove the MX- 004 from the shipping container and examine it for any signs of shipping damage or
missing items (check with package contents above). All shipping items should be saved if the product is to be
moved or returned for service. Shipping unit back to dealers for service not in the original box may result in
voiding warranty or additional cost.
Placement
The unit uses convection to cool. A fan is not needed, so do not block the sides of this device or stack
another device on the top or bottom of the MX- 004.
Connections
We recommend the highest quality cables for both input and output connections.
. Switch off the MX- 004 and all devices that you want to connect.
2. Connect CONN1 & CONN1, CONN & CONN by 2 DVI-to-DVI cables.
3. Connect a monitor, a projector or other displays that comes with DVI / VGA inputs by using male-to-male
DVI (VGA) cable to MX- 004 DVI output (you can connect 2 displays equipped with DVI and VGA respectively
Hardware Installation

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by a DVI to DVI&VGA breakout cable (DDVY01)).
4. Plug in DVI to DVI&VGA breakout cable (DDVY01) to DVI-YPbPr-VGA-x and plug in VGA to component
adapter (VYPBA01) to the VGA connector of the breakout cable.
5. Connect a device equipped with DVI output (such as PC) to the DVI connector of the breakout cable.
6. Connect a device equipped with component video output (YPbPr such as DVD player or camera) to the 3-RCA
jack of the VYPBA01.
7. Connect a device equipped with VGA output (such as laptop) to the VGA connector of MX- 004.
8. Connect a device equipped with composite video output to composite input of the MX- 004.
9. Connect your computer with the MX- 004 by a 9-pin RS-232 cable and then install the software.
0. Plug in AD power cord into AC power socket.
. Execute the control software and establish the connection between PC/Laptop and MX- 004.
2. For detailed software control operation, please refer to the software instruction section.
Must e connected
in
etween
all the time
Component video
YP Pr
DVI
Composite video
CVBS
Connect to
RS-232
DVI
Fi ure 3: Connection Dia ram
DVI or VGA Display Software control
VGA

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It is CRITICAL to have the DVI-to-DVI ca les connected to the CONN1-CONN1 & CONN2-CONN2 sockets on
the MX-1004 for normal operation & firmware update. Please have the ridge connectors linked at any time.
System Requirement and Precautions
. The MX- 004 provides a software control program, Quartet, which runs under Microsoft Windows 98, 2000,
XP, Vista through the interface of RS-232 serial control.
2. Before you click on the icon of the software, make sure you have secured the connection between your
computer COM port and the MX- 004 and switched on the MX- 004 with green LED light.
3. The MX- 004 has remote control and software control. To make sure all information shown in the software is
synchronized with those in the device, please click the update button to acquire the latest data from the
MX- 004 after you press any key on the remote control.
Instruction of Soft are Connection
. Power up the MX- 004 and you can see both red and green LEDs on the front panel blink. Make sure the
serial port (RS-232) connection secure.
2. The first step after running the software is to automatically detect if the device responses correctly through
RS-232 port. First of all, choose the correct COM port from the Com Port selection list . Then, click
on the linkage button to open the COM port. If the specified COM port is not available, the following
error message window shows up. Please check the availability of COM Port. After the COM port is accurately
established, please click on status update button . A warning message will show up as the figure below if
the serial connection is not successfully detected.
COM Port Not Available Device Not Ready
Operation So
ftware

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The possible reasons causing this failure could be:
The MX- 004 is not supplied with power Please make sure the status, and reboot the MX- 004.
The serial connection through RS-232 is not well established or some other software has taken the available
serial ports. Please make sure the RS-232 cable is well connected and the available serial port is free to be
taken by the MX- 004.
3. If the serial connection is well established, you can see work window as below.
Definitions of Menu Buttons and Icons
1
2
3
4
5
6

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Output Resolution:
Quick setup for full screen display
Click on this button will make the desired display area be displayed as full screen.
Quick setup for PAP mode
This button will bring full screen mode back to PAP mode.
Quad Display mode
The functionality of this button is to expedite the default quad display. Notice that the input sources will
not be changed. Only positions and sizes will be affected.
Display area number
There are totally 4 display areas, and the numbers are , 2, 3, and 4.
Save Parameters for all channels
Quartet will NOT automatically save the parameters regarding size, position, and color adjustments etc.
Users MUST save all the related coefficients after the desired setup is finished. This will keep the same
display layout after the MX- 004 is rebooted.
Supported Mode
Resolution Supported Mode Resolution
(HDTV) 720p 280x720 @50Hz
VESA 280x 024 @60Hz
(HDTV) 720p 280x720 @60Hz
VESA 280x 024 @50Hz
(HDTV) 080p 920x 080 @60Hz
VESA 280x768 @60Hz
VESA 640x480 @60Hz
VESA 366x768 @60Hz
VESA 800x600 @60Hz
VESA 400x 050 @50Hz
VESA 024x768 @60Hz
VESA 400x 050 @60Hz
VESA 52x864 @60Hz
VESA 600x 200 @60Hz
VESA 52x864 @75Hz
VESA 920x 200 @50Hz
VESA 920x 200 @60Hz
1
2
3
4
5
6

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4. Display setup
Each display area has associated pop window to accelerate the selection of the input sources. Notice that each
display may not have same choices of the input sources due to the hardware structure. On each display, clicking
on the right button of the mouse will bring the control window as shown above.
The available input sources for the corresponding display area.
The chosen input will become blue to indicate current selection.
Saves parameters for each channel.
Auto configuration for VGA inputs
Color balance for VGA and YPbPr inputs.
1
3
4
5
2
1
2
3
4
5

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Problem Recommendations
No power
Check if you correctly and firmly plug AC power core into MX- 004.
If you are recovering from power outage, accidentally unplug the power core or
other power surge conditions, leave the device off for a while and then power it
on again.
No/ Erratic video
Make sure all cables are in good working condition and properly connected to
the MX- 004 and displays.
Configure the output video resolution so that it doesn’t excess the native
resolution of the display. ( in this case, the message of “out of range” is usually
showed on your screen)
Make sure video sources are accurately selected to the right channels.
Poor quality
We suggest that don’t use T-connectors to split your video source into to
images displayed on two different screens. That will lower output video quality.
Use a distribution amplifier instead of T-connectors.
Make sure the video source is not compressed and maintains the highest native
resolution.
Wrong color
Use color balance or auto configuration.
Auto color configuration only works at VGA and component inputs.
Troubleshooting

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The SELLER warrants the MX-1004 Quasi Quad-View Video Processor to be free from defects in the
material and workmanship for year from the date of purchase from the SELLER or an authorized dealer. Should
this product fail to be in good working order within year warranty period, The SELLER, at its option, repair or
replace the unit, provided that the unit has not been subjected to accident, disaster, abuse or any unauthorized
modifications including static discharge and power surges.
Unit that fails under conditions other than those covered will be repaired at the current price of parts and
labor in effect at the time of repair. Such repairs are warranted for 90 days from the day of reshipment to the
BUYER. If the unit is delivered by mail, customers agree to insure the unit or assume the risk of loss or damage in
transit. Under no circumstances will a unit be accepted without a return authorization number.
The warranty is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied, including without limitations, any other
implied warranty or fitness or merchantability for any particular purpose, all of which are expressly disclaimed.
Proof of sale may be required in order to claim warranty. Customers outside Taiwan are responsible for
shipping charges to and from the SELLER. Cables are limited to a 30 day warranty and cable must be free from
any markings, scratches, and neatly coiled.
The content of this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate. However, The SELLER
assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may be contained in this manual. The SELLER will NOT be
liable for direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages resulting from any defect or omission in
this manual, even if advised of the possibility of such damages. Also, the technical information contained herein
regarding the MX- 004 features and specifications is subject to change without further notice.
imited Warranty

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[ DVI-x / YPbPr-x / VGA-x (x = 1~3)] Socket
Supported Mode
Resolution
NTSC/480I/525I
720x240 @60Hz
PAL/576I/625I 720x288 @50Hz
480P/525P 720x483 @60Hz
480P ( 6:9) 960x483 @60Hz
576P/625P 720x756 @50Hz
(HDTV) 720p 280x720 @50Hz
(HDTV) 720p 280x720 @60Hz
(HDTV) 080i 920x 080 @50Hz
(HDTV) 080i 920x 080 @60Hz
(HDTV) 080p 920x 080 @30Hz
VESA 720x400 @85Hz
VESA 640x350 @85Hz
VESA 640x400 @85Hz
IBM 720x400 @70Hz
IBM 720x350 @70Hz
IBM 640x350 @70Hz
IBM 640x400 @70Hz
VESA 640x480 @60Hz
MAC 640x480 @67Hz
VESA 640x480 @72Hz
VESA 640x480 @75Hz
VESA 640x480 @85Hz
VESA 800x600 @56Hz
VESA 800x600 @60Hz
VESA 800x600 @72Hz
VESA 800x600 @75Hz
VESA 800x600 @85Hz
Supported Mode
Resolution
MAC 832x624 @75Hz
VESA 024x768 @60Hz
MAC 024x768 @60Hz
VESA 024x768 @70Hz
IBM 024x768 @72Hz
VESA 024x768 @75Hz
MAC 024x768 @75Hz
VESA 024x768 @85Hz
VESA 52x864 @75Hz
MAC 52x870 @75Hz
SUN 52x900 @66Hz
SUN 52x900 @76Hz
VESA 280x960 @60Hz
VESA 280x960 @85Hz
VESA 280x 024 @60Hz
HP 280x 024 @60Hz
IBM 280x 024 @67Hz
HP 280x 024 @72Hz
VESA 280x 024 @75Hz
SUN 280x 024 @76Hz
VESA 600x 200 @60Hz
VESA 920x 200 @60Hz
Appendix
–
Supported Resolution

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[VGA] Socket
[DVI-I OUT] Socket
Supported Mode
Resolution
VESA 640x480 @60Hz
VESA 800x600 @60Hz
VESA 024x768 @60Hz
VESA 280x 024 @60Hz
VESA 600x 200 @60Hz
VESA 920x 200 @60Hz
Supported Mode
Resolution
(HDTV) 720p 280x720 @50Hz
(HDTV) 720p 280x720 @60Hz
(HDTV) 080p 920x 080 @60Hz
VESA 640x480 @60Hz
VESA 800x600 @60Hz
VESA 024x768 @60Hz
VESA 52x864 @75Hz
VESA 280x 024 @60Hz
VESA 280x 024 @50Hz
VESA 280x768 @60Hz
VESA 366x768 @60Hz
VESA 400x 050 @60Hz
VESA 400x 050 @50Hz
VESA 52x864 @75Hz
VESA 600x 200 @60Hz
VESA 920x 200 @50Hz
VESA 920x 200 @60Hz