Product Overview and Specifications
9
Hardware Reference Manual – DXLink™ Twisted Pair Transmitters/Receiver
DXLink Transmitter and Receiver Features
NOTE:
The Wallplate TX and Decor Wallplate TX have a limited set of features (i.e., no S/PDIF, IR, or serial ports).
Incorporates HDMI® technology
HDCP 1.3 compatible
Supports computer video up to 1920x1200, HDTV up to 1080p, as well as 3D support (3D and Deep Color)
Supports HDMI passthrough with embedded digital audio and single link DVI (DVI-to-HDMI cable adapter required)
DX-TX, Wallplate TX, and Decor Wallplate TX support analog video: composite, Y/C, Y/Pb/Pr, RGB, RGBS, or RGBHV
Reads the downstream EDID from the switcher (Endpoint Mode) or the sink (Extender Mode)
Transports video signals over distances up to 328 feet (100 m) via the DXLink connection
Interruption free content when used in conjunction with a switcher, AMX’s exclusive InstaGate Pro
®
Technology allows
audio and video to be switched quickly and easily to every connected display without the difficulties typically associated
with HDCP.
AutoDetect on the TXs and SmartScale
®
on the DX-RX work to automatically recognize any device’s supported resolutions
and signal type parameters, allowing switching out source and destination devices without manual setup. Also included is
the ability to control detailed timing parameters for customized video output formats. (SmartScale is the ability to
configure the scaling output by automatically selecting destination defined resolutions.)
Supports HDMI embedded digital audio, digital audio over S/PDIF, and analog stereo audio
Standard twisted pair cable saves time and installation effort
The USB port on the DX-RX passes keyboard and mouse USB signals to control a remote computer. The Transmitter’s USB
port connects to a Host PC and will forward HID keyboard and mouse data received from a directed Receiver’s USB port.
(For USB port information, see page 18.)
The 232 port (RS-232 serial) supports bidirectional transfer of serial data between Master and TX or RX (Endpoint Mode) or
between TX and RX (Extender Mode)
The IR port supports bidirectional transfer of IR data between Master and TX or RX (Endpoint Mode) or between TX and RX
(Extender Mode)
Power over DXLink (twisted pair cable) support when used with a switcher or with an approved AMX Power over DXLink
device (for power budget information when used with an Enova DGX Digital Media Switcher, see page 31)
A desktop power supply (ENERGY STAR
®
qualified) is provided per module. The Wallplate TX and Decor Wallplate TX receive
power from the switcher or can be used with a DXLink power injector (for power budget information, see page 31).
The modules are compatible with all V Style, versatile mounting options including rack, surface, and pole. The Wallplate TX
includes a mounting bracket, and the Decor Wallplate TX mounts in a standard US double-gang box.
Backed by AMX’s 3 year warranty (see www.amx.com)
24-hour technical support
NOTE:
Features and specifications described in this document are subject to change without notice.
Common Applications
DXLink Transmitters and Receivers are designed to send audio, video, and control to a remote display across the room, on the other
side of the house, or to a classroom down the hall. The installation’s requirements dictate the system setup which generally takes
one of the following three forms.
Endpoint Mode (Switcher)
– One or more Transmitters and/or Receivers are connected to a switcher* containing an
integrated Master (see page 28).
Endpoint Mode (Standalone)
– A standalone DXLink TX/RX pair** are connected directly to each other but, in addition,
either the TX or RX is connected to a NetLinx Central Controller via a LAN or directly to the Controller (see page 30).
Extender Mode (Standalone)
– A standalone DXLink TX/RX pair** are connected directly to each other as a simple extender
solution (see page 31).
* The switcher can be either an Enova DGX Switcher or an applicable Enova DVX Solution (see page 8).
** A wallplate in a standalone configuration requires power via a DXLink power injector.
