AMX Epica DGX 144, Instruction Manual

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Overview and General Specifications
8 Epica DGX 144 Instruction Manual
Product Notes
The Epica DGX 144 is available for custom systems in a variety of input to output configuration sizes and
can contain an assortment of input and output boards in a single enclosure. An Epica DGX 144 enclosure
fits in a broad range of digital and analog environments and is controllable from a variety of sources.
Note: Because the Epica DGX 144 Distribution Matrix is available in various board configurations, the
illustrations in this manual may differ from the model(s) you purchased.
Features of the Epica DGX 144
Available in input/output ranges from 16x16 to 144x144 in increments of 16 with configuration
size upgrade potential.
DGX Technology provides a common signal transport and matrix switching layer that
transcodes between analog and digital signals.
Supports uncompressed video resolutions up to 1920x1200 @ 60 Hz, including 1080p.
AMX Device Discovery enabled through AMX’s AutoPatch Duet module.
Designed for use with single strand multimode fiber.
Use in conjunction with DGX SC Fiber Transmitters and Receivers to send video, audio, and
one-way control over a single fiber cable up to 6,000 feet (1828.8 m) – 3,000 feet (914.4 m) to
the Epica DGX 144 and 3,000 feet after the Epica DGX 144.
Customizable with any combination of Epica DGX 144 SC Fiber input and output boards, DVI
input and output boards, and HD-15 RGBHV input boards.
SC Fiber boards support RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB, and Y/Pb/Pr (Y/Pb/Pr up to 1080p) video
formats and DVI formats, depending on the type of DGX SC Fiber modules used with them.
SC Fiber boards support embedded analog stereo audio signals (unbalanced stereo @ a sample
rate of 48 kHz) and embedded digital audio signals (PCM over S/PDIF @ 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz,
48 kHz, as well as 96 kHz, which requires a minimum 800x600 @ 60 Hz).
SC Fiber boards also support unidirectional (source to destination) serial data.
Compatible DGX SC Fiber Receivers feature SmartScale
™
Technology which automatically
responds to the display’s declared EDID information and scales the video to the best resolution
and video parameters for that display without manual setup.
Pre-loaded with the most common EDID settings on each matrix switcher input connector
(other than fiber connectors) to emulate display response when queried, which makes sure
transmission of the video from the source device is working.
Custom EDID settings can be loaded on each DVI input or RGBHV input with the included
EDID Programmer.
System self-diagnostics (power monitoring, fan control and monitoring, signal and
temperature sensing); plus ships with free APDiagnostics software (monitors, display, collects
advanced diagnostic information).
Virtual matrices (levels) / groupings; ships with free matrix switcher configuration software.
RJ-45 Ethernet (Enc Link) ports support linking to other AMX AutoPatch matrix switchers.
Local presets allow quick recall of a pre-programmed set of switches with a single command;
multiple presets can exist within a system at the same time.
Global presets allow quick recall of a comprehensive snapshot of all switches.
Standard RS-232 (Control) port.
USB (mini-B) port can be used as a virtual Com port for serial communication with a PC.
Fully redundant (hot-swappable) power supplies (RPS) with independent power paths for
maximum reliability.
Rack mounting ears integral to product design.
AMX Limited Lifetime Warranty included (see www.amx.com or the AMX AutoPatch CD ).
24-hour technical support.