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Precis LT

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Page 1: ...Instruction Manual AutoPatch Matrix Switchers Precis LT Distribution Matrix Release 10 05 2009...

Page 2: ...whichever is greater Products that are returned and exhibit signs of damage or unauthorized use will be processed under the Non Warranty Repair Policy AMX will continue to provide Warranty Repair Ser...

Page 3: ...LIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WITH REGARD TO THE AMX SOFTWARE THIS LIM ITED WARRANTY GIVES LICENSEE SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS Any supplements or updates to the AM...

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Page 5: ...Rack Installation System Setup 15 Attaching an External Controller 17 Attaching Inputs Outputs 20 Applying Power Startup 26 Serial Control Device Startup 27 Executing a Test Switch 28 Troubleshooting...

Page 6: ...Contents ii Precis LT Instruction Manual...

Page 7: ...ductive work mats are specifically designed for this purpose Anyone performing field maintenance on AMX AutoPatch equipment should use an appropriate ESD field service kit complete with at least a dis...

Page 8: ...your AMX AutoPatch product turn it off immediately and call technical support For products with multiple power supplies in each unit make sure all power supplies are turned on simultaneously Use surg...

Page 9: ...eillez ce que tous les blocs d alimentation des appareils dot s de blocs d alimentation multiples dans chaque unit soient allum s simultan ment Servez vous de protecteurs de surtension ou de condition...

Page 10: ...mission Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not installed and used properly that is in strict accordance with the manufacturers instr...

Page 11: ...k are registered trademarks of Echelon TosLink is a registered trademark of the Toshiba Corporation Ethernet is a registered trademark of the Xerox Corporation Other products mentioned herein may be t...

Page 12: ...Notices 6 Precis LT Instruction Manual...

Page 13: ...h 5T Phoenix style FGP37 0804 615 8x4 S Video with 4 pin DIN Stereo Audio with 5T Phoenix style FGP37 0808 615 8x8 S Video with 4 pin DIN Stereo Audio with 5T Phoenix style FGP37 0404 345 4x4 Componen...

Page 14: ...Patch Duet module firmware v 1 4 0 or higher is required see FIG 23 on page 27 RS 232 control port Supports AMX AutoPatch s simple BCS serial control protocol Breakaway to route video audio or video a...

Page 15: ...eration chapter on page 37 For additional control options see page 12 Rear View The enclosure s appearance as viewed from the rear will vary depending on the model type and the configuration FIG 1 Fro...

Page 16: ...nnectors are the attachment points for source and destination devices that connect to the system Viewed from the rear on some models video inputs and outputs are side by side on the left side of the e...

Page 17: ...Approximately 7 0 lb 3 18 kg per enclosure Power Thermal Dissipation Specifications Composite Video Stereo Audio Models Power Consumption max Power Consumption typical Thermal Dissipation max Thermal...

Page 18: ...ses the Control port on the enclosure for connecting to an APWeb Server Module Accessed through a TCP IP interface such as a web browser e g Internet Explorer Contact AMX regarding limitations and con...

Page 19: ...nt connected to the circuit breaker before applying power General Hazard Precautions These recommendations address potential hazards that are common to all installations Elevated Operating Temperature...

Page 20: ...h box Each box contains the following items Enclosure Standard US power cord if shipped within the US Rack ears Other enclosure products as needed The documentation in the first box includes AMX AutoP...

Page 21: ...fore installing the Precis LT in a rack Viewed from the rear the system s serial number is located on the left side near the power receptacle Use an earth grounded power cord system with the Precis LT...

Page 22: ...vices and the first two destination devices see Attaching Inputs Outputs on page 20 Do not apply power to the devices until after the Precis LT has power Step 5 4 Optional Establish communication with...

Page 23: ...gh a TCP IP interface such as a web browser e g Internet Explorer An APWeb Server module is required for APWeb For setup and operation information see the APWeb Server Module s documentation on the AM...

Page 24: ...D or at www amx com PC Requirements for APControl 3 0 Windows XP Professional or Windows 2000 Java Runtime Environment JRE v1 4 2 or the latest version Minimum Hardware 166 MHz 128 MB RAM 20 MB free d...

Page 25: ...nd run the desired method of control AMX Control Device For control programming information see the instruction manual for the specific interface APControl 3 0 Install and open the program from the AM...

Page 26: ...s attach only the first two inputs and outputs and execute a test switch see page 28 Depending on the signal type e g three component signals you may need to attach multiple input and output connector...

Page 27: ...eo connectors may be used but will not lock To attach S Video cables 1 Fasten the cable connectors onto the input and output S Video connectors FIG 11 Caution The connector or the Precis LT may be dam...

Page 28: ...al as Input 1 To attach BNC cables 1 Fasten the cable connectors onto the input and output BNC connectors RGBHV To connect HD 15 cables 1 Fasten the cables onto the input and output HD 15 connectors F...

Page 29: ...ded stereo audio FIG 16 Five position terminal block connectors can be wired for balanced differential or unbalanced single ended stereo audio FIG 17 Wiring Sources Destinations Source and destination...

Page 30: ...l Block To attach stereo audio input and output wires 1 Unscrew the clamps on the audio connector 2 Insert the wires and firmly re tighten the clamps to make secure connections For balanced audio wire...

Page 31: ...Routing Options Both RCA and BNC connector options can be cabled to route any one of the following video signals over each input or output FIG 21 Three component RGsB or Y Pb Pr video signals attach c...

Page 32: ...re applying power to the system s source and destination devices We recommend attaching all power cords to a surge protector and or an AC line conditioner Power Up Sequence To apply power 1 Attach the...

Page 33: ...tions in the setup wizard From the Launchbar menu select Views CrossBar and click on the crosspoints to execute switches APWeb For startup information see the APWeb Server Module documentation HyperTe...

Page 34: ...ructure commands over an external controller An external third party controller Executing a Test Switch Before executing the test switch make sure the first two source devices and the first two destin...

Page 35: ...p file For directions for executing switches using APWeb see the APWeb Instruction Manual BCS Commands To enter BCS commands attach the system to a serial control device running a terminal emulation p...

Page 36: ...fy the status of the switch by entering SI1T If SI1T 2 appears the system established a connection between the input and the output connectors within the Precis LT enclosure Follow up with Check all i...

Page 37: ...ntative or technical support Have your system s serial number ready Viewed from the rear the system s serial number is located to the left on the end of the enclosure We recommend recording your syste...

Page 38: ...Installation Setup 32 Precis LT Instruction Manual...

Page 39: ...se f 3 58 MHz 0 2 or better Crosstalk f 5 MHz 65 dB Signal to Noise Ratio SNR Vin 0 7 V 100 IRE 65 dB Input Level max 1 9 V Input Impedance 75 ohms Input Return Loss f 5 MHz 40 dB Output Level max 1 9...

Page 40: ...nel Separation f 5 MHz 60 dB Signal to Noise Ratio SNR Vin 0 7 V 100 IRE 65 dB Input Level max 1 9 V Input Impedance 75 ohms Input Return Loss f 5 MHz 35 dB Output Level max 1 9 V Output Impedance 75...

Page 41: ...MHz f 30 MHz f 150 MHz 70 dB 60 dB 35 dB Signal to Noise Ratio SNR Vin 0 7 V 100 IRE 65 dB Return Loss BNC f 5 MHz 45 dB Return Loss RCA f 5 MHz 42 dB Input Level max 1 5 V Input Impedance 75 ohms Out...

Page 42: ...gnal to Noise Ratio SNR Vin 0 7 V 100 IRE 65 dB Input Level max 1 5 V Input Impedance 75 ohms Return Loss f 5 MHz 42 dB Output Level max 1 5 V Output Impedance 75 ohms HV Sync Input Level max 5 V HV S...

Page 43: ...MX AutoPatch software can also be used to control a system for more information see the AMX AutoPatch CD In addition AMX AutoPatch enclosures can be controlled using BCS Basic Control Structure comman...

Page 44: ...luminate when pressed Level Keys activate levels for switches or status queries In the default switch state both Video and Audio Level Keys are illuminated and video and audio signals are simultaneous...

Page 45: ...switching A single Output Key can then be pressed the key will illuminate indicating that it is ready to accept the switch Pressing the Take Key instructs the system to execute or disconnect the swit...

Page 46: ...nput is routed to additional outputs those connections remain routed Be sure to read the information on Switching Level on page 39 You can return to the Switch mode at any time by pressing the Cancel...

Page 47: ...e e g a video signal can only be verified on the Video Level Check that the system is on the same level as the signal being verified by illuminating the corresponding Level Key Video Level Key verifie...

Page 48: ...the correct password If power is turned off while the panel is locked all password information will be lost When power is reapplied the panel will be unlocked For the following example the password i...

Page 49: ...egistered trademarks of AMX AMX reserves the right to alter specifications without notice at any time It s Your World Take Control 3000 RESEARCH DRIVE RICHARDSON TX 75082 USA 800 222 0193 469 624 8000...

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