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Crestron

DM-MD6X1

6X1 DigitalMedia™ Switcher

Operations Guide

Summary of Contents for DigitalMedia DM-MD6X1

Page 1: ...Crestron DM MD6X1 6X1DigitalMedia Switcher Operations Guide ...

Page 2: ...this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different...

Page 3: ...ng Software 24 Earliest Version Software Requirements for the PC 24 Programming with Crestron SystemBuilder 24 Programming with SIMPL Windows 24 Uploading and Upgrading 28 Establishing Communication 28 Programs and Firmware 29 Program Checks 30 DMTool 30 Operation 31 Problem Solving 32 Check Network Wiring 33 Reference Documents 34 Further Inquiries 34 Future Updates 34 Return and Warranty Policie...

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Page 5: ...ording extensive capabilities for routing and distributing all of today s multimedia AV signal types throughout a single room or larger facility Combining DM technology with a full complement of analog connections affords a perfect signal converter for integrating DigitalMedia into any analog based system such as Crestron MPS QuickMedia and the CEN RGBHV Series all sold separately Features and Fun...

Page 6: ...er HDMI and analog audio outputs are also included to feed a local video display and audio system The analog stereo output includes professional balanced terminals and programmable volume control DigitalMedia As the leader in HDMI and control system technologies Crestron has developed DigitalMedia the first complete HD AV distribution system that takes HDMI to a higher level and allows virtually a...

Page 7: ...output only the resolutions and formats that can be handled by the displays and system wiring CEC Embedded Device Control The primary objective of every Crestron system is to enable precisely the control desired for a seamless user experience DigitalMedia provides an alternative to conventional IR and RS 232 device control by harnessing the CEC Consumer Electronics Control signal embedded in HDMI ...

Page 8: ...he DM MD6X1 s HDMI and DM inputs may also be used to expand the input capabilities of the MPS system to handle digital AV sources and its analog audio output can easily be fed into any spare input on the MPS to allow the digital audio signals to be amplified and controlled through the MPS system Applications The following diagram shows a DM MD6X1 in a lecture hall application DM MD6X1 in a Lecture...

Page 9: ...k Diagram of the DM MD6X1 The following table shows valid audio breakaway routes through the DM MD6X1 If an invalid route is established video will be transmitted but audio will not Audio AUDIO IN 1 S PDIF IN 3 AUDIO IN 2 HDMI 3 DM 4 DM 5 DM 6 VIDEO IN 1 RGB 2 HDMI 3 DM 4 DM 5 Video DM 6 Operations Guide DOC 6850D 6X1 DigitalMedia Switcher DM MD6X1 5 ...

Page 10: ...60 Hz 848 x 480 60 Hz 852 x 480 60 Hz 854 x 480 60 Hz 1024 x 768 60 Hz 1024 x 852 60 Hz 1024 x 1024 60 Hz 1280 x 720 50 Hz 720p50 1280x720 60 Hz 720p60 1280 x 768 60 Hz 1280 x 800 60 Hz 1280 x 960 60 Hz 1280 x 1024 60 Hz 1360 x 768 60 Hz 1365 x 1024 60 Hz 1366 x 768 60 Hz 1400 x 1050 60 Hz 1440 x 900 60 Hz 1600 x 900 60 Hz 1600 x 1200 60 Hz 1680 x 1050 60 Hz 1920 x 1080 24 Hz 1080p24 1920 x 1080 2...

Page 11: ...t Resolutions Component 480i 576i 480p 576p 720p50 720p60 1080i25 1125 lines 1080i30 1080p30 1080p50 1125 lines 1080p60 Input Resolutions Composite and S video 480i 576i Output Resolutions Matched to inputs Analog To Digital Conversion 10 bit 165 MHz per each of three channels Audio Switcher 6x1 combination digital analog switch limited audio breakaway 3 independent input compensation and master v...

Page 12: ...lass devices Ethernet Switch Provides 1 onboard 10BASE T 100BASE TX Ethernet port 1 internal 10BASE T 100BASE TX Ethernet port for the switcher and 4 remote 10BASE T 100BASE TX Ethernet ports via select outboard devices Power Requirements Main Power 90 Watts 100 240 Volts AC 50 60 Hz Available DMNet Power 30 Watts 1 25 Amps 24 Volts DC from internal power supply Default IP ID 03 Minimum 2 Series C...

Page 13: ...5 Media Presentation Wall Plate Crestron DigitalMedia CAT with DMNet 1 HDMI requires an appropriate adapter or interface cable to accommodate a DVI or DisplayPort Multimode signal CBL HD DVI and CBL DP HD interface cables available separately 2 The RGB input can accept component composite and S video signals via direct interface to Crestron MPS Series products or through an appropriate adapter not...

Page 14: ...d Crestron dealers and Crestron Authorized Independent Programmers CAIP only New users may be required to register to obtain access to certain areas of the site including the FTP site Physical Description This section provides information on the connections controls and indicators available on your DM MD6X1 DM MD6X1 Physical View DM MD6X1 Physical View DM MD6X1 Overall Dimensions Front View 3 47 i...

Page 15: ...Crestron DM MD6X1 6X1 DigitalMedia Switcher DM MD6X1 Overall Dimensions Top View DM MD6X1 Overall Dimensions Rear View Operations Guide DOC 6850D 6X1 DigitalMedia Switcher DM MD6X1 11 ...

Page 16: ...hanges 7 INPUTS 1 6 Buttons and LEDs 6 Push buttons and red LEDs select input for routing 8 VIDEO IN 1 3 BNC female comprising 1 auto sensing multi format analog video input Signal Types Component YPbPr S video Y C or composite input Input Level 1 Vp p nominal Input Impedance 75 Ohms nominal 9 RGB IN 22 1 DB15HD female RGB VGA or component YPbPr video input 3 Formats RGBHV RGBS RGsB YPbPr Input Le...

Page 17: ... indicates Ethernet activity PIN SIGNAL PIN SIGNAL 1 TX 5 N C 2 TX 6 RX 3 RX 7 N C 4 N C 8 N C 16 SETUP rear Button and LED 1 Red LED and 1 miniature recessed push button for Ethernet auto discovery 17 AUDIO IN 1 2 2 5 pin 3 5 mm detachable terminal blocks Balanced unbalanced stereo line level inputs AUDIO IN 1 and SPDIF IN 1 inputs are mutually exclusive Input Impedance 24k Ohms balanced unbalanc...

Page 18: ...4 Volts DC total for all ports when connected to external power supply 11 otherwise limited to available DMNet power refer to Power Requirements in the Specifications table which begins on page 6 23 100 240V 2 3A 50 60Hz 1 IEC C14 male chassis plug main power input Mates with removable power cord included 24 G 1 6 32 screw chassis ground lug 1 Interface connectors for 24 A B G EXT PWR AUDIO IN and...

Page 19: ...AUDIO OUT and has no effect on the DM or HDMI outputs In addition the total gain at the output will never exceed 0 dB as the total output range is 80 dB to 0 dB This signifies that a 10 dB input compensation will start to decrease to 0 dB as the output volume increases from 10 dB to 0 dB 8 DMNet wiring is not compatible with Cresnet wiring DMNet wiring cannot be daisy chained 9 Refer to the follow...

Page 20: ...er IP based devices For general information on connecting Ethernet devices in a Crestron system refer to the latest version of the Crestron e Control Reference Guide Doc 6052 which is available from the Crestron Web site www crestron com manuals For information specifically related to Ethernet connectivity using DigitalMedia devices refer to the latest version of the Crestron IP Considerations Gui...

Page 21: ...e 1 Reported Depth 2 Digital Media Switcher Device 2 Reported Depth 1 AV Receiver with HDCP Ethernet Setup DigitalMedia switchers are designed to control the Ethernet settings of lightweight DM devices around them in order to reduce the amount of IP configuration necessary and make the certain DM devices swappable without reconfiguration IP Configuration DigitalMedia switchers have the ability to ...

Page 22: ...ll ventilated area The venting holes should not be obstructed under any circumstances To prevent overheating do not operate this product in an area that exceeds the environmental temperature range listed in the table of specifications Consider using forced air ventilation and or incrementing the spacing between units to reduce overheating Consideration must be given if installed in a closed or mul...

Page 23: ...e of the unit Refer to the diagram following step 3 for a detailed view 2 Position a rack ear so that its mounting holes align with the holes vacated by the screws in step 1 3 Secure the ear to the unit with three screws from step 1 as shown in the following diagram Ear Attachment for Rack Mounting this image shows a 1RU device USE COVER SCREWS 4 Repeat procedure steps 1 through 3 to attach the re...

Page 24: ...he illustration that follows this paragraph Refer to Network Wiring on page 16 before applying power Apply power after all connections have been made When making connections to the DM MD6X1 note the following Use Crestron power supplies for Crestron equipment The included cable cannot be extended Hardware Connections for the DM MD6X1 Front View COMPUTER To USB Port on PC 20 6X1 DigitalMedia Switch...

Page 25: ...other DM device supplying power is connected to a DM IN 4 6 port of the DM MD6X1 then the 24V wire between the DM device and the DM MD6X1 must be disconnected The A B G wires must remain connected NOTE Ensure the unit is properly grounded by connecting the chassis ground lug to an earth ground building steel NOTE To prevent overheating do not operate this product in an area that exceeds the enviro...

Page 26: ...ly 24 G To power the DMNet ports using the DM switcher s internal power supply install the included jumper on the EIG connector from the E External pin to the I Internal pin as shown in the following diagram Providing DMNet Power Internally Audio Connections Three balanced unbalanced audio inputs output are provided utilizing five pin terminal block connectors For connection details refer to the f...

Page 27: ...e 2 Shield Shield AMP Chan 1 Chan 2 G Unbalanced Output 1 2 Label the Buttons Use Crestron Engraver software to print custom labels for the DM MD6X1 s front panel buttons and LEDs Crestron recommends printing on 100 pound paper Paper weighing less than 100 pounds will tend to crumple while sliding in while paper weighing more than 100 pounds may not fit Operations Guide DOC 6850D 6X1 DigitalMedia ...

Page 28: ...ol the DM MD6X1 Programming with Crestron SystemBuilder Crestron SystemBuilder is the easiest method of programming but does not offer as much flexibility as SIMPL Windows For additional details download SystemBuilder from the Crestron Web site and examine the extensive help file Programming with SIMPL Windows NOTE While SIMPL Windows can be used to program the DM MD6X1 it is recommended to use Sy...

Page 29: ...t IP ID number as it is added 3 If necessary double click a device to open the Device Settings window and change the IP ID as shown in the following illustration Device Settings Crestron DM MD6X1 Window NOTE The ID code specified in the SIMPL Windows program must match the IP ID of each unit Refer to Identity Code on page 18 IP Table Options DigitalMedia devices like the DM RMC 100 sold separately...

Page 30: ...propriate all sold separately onto the slots that are on the DM MD6X1 as shown in the illustration below The IP table of each device will be automatically configured and uploaded Automatic IP Configuration of DM MD6X1 with Devices Placed on DMS CAT HD and DM HDMI Outputs Scenario 2 Control Center with Control System and DM MD6X1 DM RMC 100 Room Controller and DM TX 100 Transmitter all sold separat...

Page 31: ...Program Manager Program Manager is the view where programmers program a Crestron control system by assigning signals to symbols The symbol can be viewed by double clicking on the icon or dragging it into Detail View Each signal in the symbol is described in the SIMPL Windows help file F1 Operations Guide DOC 6850D 6X1 DigitalMedia Switcher DM MD6X1 27 ...

Page 32: ...this scenario the DM MD6X1 is used in a standalone configuration i e a DM switcher is not used TCP IP provides a faster method of communication than USB Via USB Port USB Communication To establish USB communication between the PC and the DM MD6X1 via a DM switcher 1 Use the Address Book in Crestron Toolbox to create an entry using the expected communication protocol USB When multiple USB devices a...

Page 33: ...ndow click the icon communications are confirmed when the device information is displayed Programs and Firmware Program or firmware files may be distributed from programmers to installers or from Crestron to dealers Firmware upgrades are available from the Crestron Web site as new features are developed after product releases One has the option to upload programs via the programming software or to...

Page 34: ... using Crestron Toolbox display the System Info window click the icon and select the Functions menu to display actions that can be performed on the DM MD6X1 Be sure to use Crestron Toolbox to create the DM MD6X1 IP table 1 Select Functions IP Table Setup 2 Add modify or delete entries in the IP table The DM MD6X1 can have only one IP table entry 3 A defined IP table can be saved to a file or sent ...

Page 35: ... Pressing the ROUTE button on the front panel will allow you to make input routing changes by pressing the desired input button s NOTE When the signal type on RGB IN 2 is RGB switching to this input can take eight to ten seconds because the DM MD6X1 must autocalibrate the RGB input signal If the signal type on RGB IN 2 is composite S video or component switching will take the normal three to five ...

Page 36: ...y not be used with source during run time and repeat HDCP check Replace source device with a device that allows more displays to be connected HDCP Check Failure Message during commissioning Violation of HDCP rules device depth exceeds allowable depth specification Reconfigure signal path to remove midpoint devices that increase overall device depth Device is not communicating with the network Use ...

Page 37: ...Net Power Calculator to help calculate how much power is needed for the system www crestron com calculators Refer to the following table for commonly used resolutions and maximum DM CBL cable lengths Commonly Used Resolutions and Maximum DM Cable Length DM CBL CABLE LENGTH RESOLUTION Maximum length without between before or after repeaters Maximum total length using up to 2 repeaters 720p 1080i 10...

Page 38: ...n at 1 888 CRESTRON 1 888 273 7876 You can also log onto the online help section of the Crestron Web site www crestron com onlinehelp to ask questions about Crestron products First time users will need to establish a user account to fully benefit from all available features Future Updates As Crestron improves functions adds new features and extends the capabilities of the DM MD6X1 additional infor...

Page 39: ...pan tilt heads and power supplies are covered for a period of one 1 year touchscreen display and overlay components are covered for 90 days batteries and incandescent lamps are not covered This warranty extends to products purchased directly from CRESTRON or an authorized CRESTRON dealer Purchasers should inquire of the dealer regarding the nature and extent of the dealer s warranty if any CRESTRO...

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