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CHAPTER 3: SETUP & INSTALLATION
3. Setup and Installation
3.1 Data Mode Configuration (RS232 and SA versions)
XRTx 232 serial transmitters are configured in full modem bidirectional serial modes. If
you are using the daisy chain receivers or a multi-output transmitter (T4,T5) a
MultiView™ CAT5 matrix switch or MultiView™ CAT5 distribution amp, this mode must
be changed to uni-directional broadcast . To do this, configure the internal Serial
Daughterboard (SDB) to change the transmitters & receivers serial mode operation
(See
Appendix E
). This configuration should be done before making any cable
connections and applying power.
Alternatively, remove the internal daughterboard and use the XRTx transmitters built in
simplex serial option with the appropriate jumper changes.
SA series offer RS232 serial in addition to stereo audio. The serial signal is 3 wire TX,
RX, Gnd and does not support full modem signals. Baud rates for the SA series are
fixed at 9600. Simplex modes are supported without jumper or other changes by simply
using the TX signal only. SA units require no configuration.
SAP series offer pollable RS232 serial in addition to stereo audio. The serial signal is 3
wire TX, RX, Gnd and does not support full modem signals. Baud rates for the SAP
series are fixed at 9600. Simplex modes are supported without jumper or other changes
by simply using the TX signal only. See Appendix G on configuration and using SAP
Series
3.2 Cabling Considerations
• We recommend mounting and connecting all cabling to the Magenta MultiView™
Series components before applying power.
• Makes sure that the CAT5 cable you intend to use has been tested to comply
with the TIA/EIA 568B wiring specification (See
Appendix A
).
3.3 Making the Connections
3.3.1 CONNECTIONS AND SETUP IN GENERAL
This section contains figures showing connections with the specific Magenta
MultiView™ Series models. In general, however, the connection and setup procedure at
both transmitter and receiver ends is as follows:
NOTE: all units must be the same type for all supported features to function correctly.
For example, an XRTx 232 must be connected to an AK600 232 for the serial signals to
function. You cannot use the serial option with an XRTX 232 and an AK600 that is
configured for simplex serial. Similarly, an XRTX SA cannot be used with an AK600A.
Video modes may function normally, but 4th pair options will not.
At the transmitter end :
1. Connect the source video to the Magenta MultiView™ Series transmitter video input
port, which is an HD15 connector labeled VIDEO IN.
2. If desired, attach a local monitor via the local monitor port to LOCAL OUT.
3. Make your audio or serial connections via the phoenix AUX I/O connector or DB9
IOIO connector as appropriate.
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