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Quick Start Guide

UDM-1604C

 

4x16 Multi-Format Distribution Hub

Overview

The UDM-1604C 4x6 Multi-Format Distribution Hub (FG-UDM-1604C) delivers any 
video source, including Component, RGB, VGA and S-Video to a virtually unlimited 
number of display devices. The UDM-1604C (FIG. 1) supports 4 high-resolution input 
ports and 16 UDM output ports, and supports multiple methods of delivering sync 
information between the UDM hub and the display device, including common mode.

In total, the UDM-1604C can distribute any combination of the following: 
4 RGBHV sources, 4 Component video sources, 4 S-Video sources or 12 Composite 
video sources. 
Source inputs to the UDM are industry standard VGA, Composite, Component or 
S-Video feed, and output is presented as an RJ45 port for connection to Cat5/5e/ 6 
twisted-pair Ethernet cable.
Video inputs are connected via the HD15 Input connector on the rear of the UDM. 
Adapters are used to bring the different types of video source into the UDM. 
Each UDM has an Ethernet network port to provide connectivity to a central 
management system, or can be controlled by the onboard configuration pages. A 
Serial connection is also provided for CLI administration and diagnostic purposes.
Refer to the 

UDM-1604C Multi-Format Distribution Hub Operation/Reference Guide

 

(available online at 

www.amx.com

) for detailed information on configuring the Hub, 

UDM receivers and source devices.

Features

4 multi-format inputs (plus 4 CVBS inputs) x 16 outputs

Supports multiple methods of delivering sync, including Common Mode Sync

Digital audio support

Central device control

Compatible with TVM-1600

1U rack-mounting

Compatibility

The UDM-1604C is compatible for use with UDM-RX01 (FG-UDM-RX01) and 
UDM-RX02 (FG-UDM-RX02) Receivers.

Note

: Common Mode Sync delivery is supported only on the UDM-RX02.

Product Specifications 

Audio & Video Formats/Resolutions/Distance 

Note

: The maximum distances indicated above are not absolute, but are 

recommended distances that have been tested to deliver video at the specified 
resolutions, without significant signal degradation. In particular, lower resolutions 
(640 x 480, 720 x 480 and 800 x 600) can often be delivered significantly further than 
what is indicated in the table. Refer to the UDM-1604Operation/Reference Guide for 
additional details on maximum cable distances.

A/V Source Input Connectors

There are 4 sets of input connectors to the rear panel of the UDM-1604C, labelled A-D 
(see FIG. 1) that allow the UDM-1604C to connect to A/V source devices. 

Connecting a VGA Video Input

1.

Connect one end of a VGA cable to the source device’s VGA output port.

2.

Attach the other end of the cable to the appropriate VIDEO IN connection on the 
UDM. For example, connect to the Video In connection on Input A of the Hub. 

3.

Connect any audio to the analog (RCA) audio connectors or digital (SPDIF) 
connector.

Note

: Ensure the UDM Hub port the RX01/RX02 is attached to is configured cor-

rectly within the Hub’s configuration software. Also ensure the correct Audio 
Type (Analog L/R, S/PDIF, or None) is selected for the relevant input.

Connecting a Composite Video Input

1.

Connect the UDM-HD15RCA3F Breakout Cable (FG-HD15RCA3F, not 
included) to the source device’s Composite output ports: 
A1 = red RCA
A2 = green RCA
A3 = blue RCA

2.

Attach the other end of the cable to the appropriate VIDEO IN connection on the 
UDM. 

3.

Connect any audio to the analog (RCA) audio connectors or digital (SPDIF) 
connector. 

Connecting a Component Video Input

1.

Connect the UDM-HD15RCA3F Breakout Cable (FG-HD15RCA3F, not 
included) to the video source device’s Component video output connectors 
(Red, Green and Blue).

2.

Attach the other end of the cable to the appropriate VIDEO IN connection on the 
UDM.

3.

Connect any audio to the analog (RCA) audio connectors or digital (SPDIF) 
connector. 

Connecting an S-Video Input

1.

Connect the UDM-SVID01 HD-15 to SVideo cable (FG-UDM-SVID01, not 
included) to the video source’s S-Video connection.

2.

Attach the other end of the cable to the appropriate VIDEO IN connection on the 
UDM.

3.

Connect any audio to the analog (RCA) audio connectors or digital (SPDIF) 
connector. 

FIG. 1  

UDM-1604C

UDM-1604C Specifications

Power Requirements:

90-264v AC140 W (3 PIN IEC)

Network Interface:

10baseT

Serial Interface:

9600, 8, N, 1

Max Video Input:

• 4 x RGBHV (or)

• 4 x S-Video (or)

• 12 x CVBS (plus)

• 4 x Endeleo TVM-1600 or CVBS

Cascade Port:

Matrix connector for tertiary units

Electrical:

RJ-45 indicating power to receiver and link status.

Operating Environment: • 35°F - 95°F (5°C - 35°C)

• Max. relative humidity - 85% (non-condensing)

Dimensions (HWD):

1 3/4" x 19" x 12 1/2" (45 mm x 440 mm x 320 mm)

Weight:

8.8 lb. (4 Kg)

Certifications:

CE/UL/FCC part 15 Class A

Included Accessories: 

• IEC power cord
• 6' Ethernet Crossover Cable
• 19" mounting brackets
• RS232 DB9/RJ12 Connection Cable (FG-RS01)
• IR03 External Infrared Receiver Module (FG-IR03)
• UDM-RC10 IR Engineering Remote Control 

(FG-UDM-RC10)

Note

: No A/V interface cables supplied.

Input connections

IR TX connections for locally connected devices

ETHERNET port (RJ-45)

Serial port (RJ-12)

UDM OUTPUT Ports (RJ-45)

TVM / AV Ports (RJ-45)

UDM-1604C Specifications (Cont.)

Other AMX Equipment:

• HD15 to S-Video Cable (FG-UDM-SVID01)

• HD15 to 3x RCA Breakout Cable (FG-HD15RCA3)

• RS232 DB9/RJ12 Connection Cable (FG-RS01)

• UDM-RX01 Multi-Format Receiver (FG-UDM-RX01)
• UDM-RX02 Multi-Format Receiver (FG-UDM-RX02)
• UDM-RC10 IR Engineering Remote Control 

(FG-UDM-RC10)

• IR01 IR Emitter Module (FG-IR01)

• IR02 IR Splitter Cable (FG-IR02)

• IR03 External IR Receiver Module (FG-IR03)

Audio & Video Formats/Resolutions/Distance

Class

Format

Name

UDM-RX01

UDM-RX02

Composite

720x480

NTSC

300 m / 1000’

300 m / 1000’

720x576

PAL

300 m / 1000’

300 m / 1000’

Component

720x480

480p

300 m / 1000’

300 m / 1000’

720x576

576p

300 m / 1000’

300 m / 1000’

1280x720

720p

200 m / 650’

300 m / 1000’

1920x1080

1080i

150 m / 500’

300 m / 1000’

1920x1080

1080p

120 m / 400’

300 m / 1000’

VGA

640x480

VGA

200 m / 650’

300 m / 1000’ *

800x600

SVGA

200 m / 650’

300 m / 1000’ *

1024x768

XGA

200 m / 650’

300 m / 1000’ *

1280x1024

SXGA

150 m / 500’

300 m / 1000’ *

1600x1200

UXGA

120 m / 400’

300 m / 1000’ *

* When using VGA modes 

with audio enabled

, the maximum 

cable distance is approximately 200 m / 650’ (UDM-RX02).

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