EMS VisionSwitch-32 VXSwitch32-SA User Manual Download Page 3

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VXSwitch-32

Introduction

Introduction

Designed to be versatile and adaptable, the EMS 
VXSwitch-32 provides a complete 32x32 video or audio  cross-
point switch within a single PCI plug-in card. 

VXSwitch-32 is supplied with driver software for Windows® 
2000 and Windows® XP. A simple and intuitive Windows 
application program is provided enabling users to control the 
crosspoint switch or, for users who wish to control 
VXSwitch-32 from their own software, an SDK is also 
provided.

VXSwitch32-V is used with the EMS Vigilant range of multi-
screen graphics adapters. In this configuration VXSwitch32-V is 
connected to the Vigilant via inter-card ribbon cables, enabling  
the Vigilant video overlay’s to select 1 of 32 possible video 
sources. A single 
VXSwitch32-V card will support up to eight Vigilant graphics 
adapters.

Models

The EMS VXSwitch-32 is available in 2 models:

VXSwitch32-SA.  A general purpose stand alone video switch.

VXSwitch32-V. This is used with the Vigilant-PRO/Plus.

Summary of Contents for VisionSwitch-32 VXSwitch32-SA

Page 1: ...Manual UK Headquarters Electronic Modular Solutions Ltd Kendal House 20 Blaby Road South Wigston Leicester LE18 4SB Tel 44 0 116 2775730 Fax 44 0 116 2774973 Email sales ems imaging com www ems imagi...

Page 2: ...tion 1 Models 1 Unpacking 3 Installing the VXSwitch 32 4 Video Inputs Outputs 5 Jumper Links 5 Software Installation 8 Using the Application 10 File Menu 11 Help Menu 11 Installing VXSwitch32 V with V...

Page 3: ...or users who wish to control VXSwitch 32 from their own software an SDK is also provided VXSwitch32 V is used with the EMS Vigilant range of multi screen graphics adapters In this configuration VXSwit...

Page 4: ...t 3 3v 5v Measurements 220mm x 112mm Maximum Input level 2V rms Input Impedance 75ohms or 4 7kohms Selected by on card jumper links Crosstalk 80dB at 20kHz THD 0 002 at 20kHz Gain x1 into 75ohms Power...

Page 5: ...n antistatic materials Please keep the card in its packaging until you are ready to install We recommend that you do not discard the packing box until you are completely satisfied with the VXSwitch 32...

Page 6: ...d to the PC noting the positions for correct reconnection after the VXSwitch 32 is installed Carefully remove the cover from your PC Locate an available PCI slot to install your VXSwitch 32 You may ne...

Page 7: ...The cable consists of 16 BNC sockets connected to a 26 way D plug The D plug should be connected to the Input sockets on the back panel of the VXSwitch 32 cards Jumper Links There are a number of jump...

Page 8: ...sables the 75ohm video termination from the selected input channel However a secondary termination of 4 7kohms remains allowing the VXSwitch32 V to be used with 2VRMS audio signal inputs When using th...

Page 9: ...7 VXSwitch 32 Installing the VXSwitch 32 how the output links are marked on the VXSwitch32 V card All VXSwitch32 V cards are shipped with all links fitted...

Page 10: ...CD ROM drive from either the Run menu option or using Explore to browse the CD locate the setup program e g d VXSwitch setup exe Follow the Installation Wizard instructions as prompted From the EMS W...

Page 11: ...ch setup exe file and the instal lation process will commence Follow the Installation Wizard instructions as prompted Note When the application installs on Windows 2000 the New Hardware Wizard will ru...

Page 12: ...n start menu group Start Program VXSwitch 32 that was cre ated during installation once selected the application window is displayed The VXSwitch 32 application window displays a list of available Out...

Page 13: ...ave any changes to a configuration This option is only activated if a previously saved configuration has been opened and amended Save As Select this option to save a newly created configuration Exit S...

Page 14: ...talling the VXSwitch32 X Once the VXSwitch32 V is installed it can be connected to the Vigilant cards You will need to determine the ordering of the Vigilant cards to enable the correct connection The...

Page 15: ...sarily be the same 1st Vigilant Master J3 Connect to VXSwitch J10 2nd Vigilant Slave J3 Connect to VXSwitch J11 3rd Vivilant Slave J3 Connect to VXSwitch J12 4th Vigilant Slave J3 Connect to VXSwitch...

Page 16: ...s Selecting the VXSwitch32 V If you are installing the VXSwitch32 V to operate in conjunction with the Vigilant card Install and configure the Vigilant card s as required The VXSwitch32 V drivers are...

Page 17: ...nd select the Video Overlay tab Alternatively go to Start Settings Control Panel Display and select the Video Overlay tab The following dialog is displayed Use the down arrow to display available Vide...

Page 18: ...developed and tested by engineers skilled in delivering high performance and quality solutions that ensure success in the most challenging circumstances As new technology advances so we at EMS improve...

Page 19: ...n stated herein without the express per mission of EMS Limited Whilst every effort is made to ensure that the information con tained in this on line help is correct EMS Limited make no rep resentation...

Page 20: ...x A application 10 audio signal 6 C Crosstalk 2 CD 8 D diagram 13 E Email 16 G Gain 2 H Help Menu 11 I Input Impedance 2 Inputs 6 Installing the VXSwitch 32 4 J Jumper Links 5 L Links 6 M Maximum Inpu...

Page 21: ...12 O Open 11 Ordering 12 Outputs 6 P Packing box 3 Power 2 R Ribbon cables 3 S Save As 11 Save 11 Specification 2 Stand alone 1 Switching Time 2 T Technical Support 16 Termination 6 THD 2 U UK Headqu...

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