Installation Guide
DTV-TX03-US
Digital TV Transmitter QAM/ATSC
Overview
The DTV-TX03-US Digital TV Transmitter (
FG1410-03
) is one component of an AMX TDS
Television Delivery System. The AMX TDS system delivers digital TV and video signals
across a privately provided IP network infrastructure.
The DTV-TX03-US receives incoming ClearQAM or ATSC digital TV signals, and sends the
digital TV content to the DTV Receiver located at the display (FIG. 1).
Product Specifications
AMX TDS System Description
The AMX TDS system can be deployed in any installation where digital A/V broadcast over IP
is desired, and delivers Digital TV and other encoded A/V signals to a number of TV sets, or
desktop PC's.
System Components
The AMX TDS system consists of several components, including a DTV-MA01 TDS
Management Appliance, Receiver (and IR Remote Controller), and Transmitter modules. See
the
AMX TDS Operation/Reference Guide
for details.
Network Considerations
Because of the high bandwidth associated with A/V distribution, the TDS system is typically
managed via a separate IT infrastructure. However, content may be streamed over the main
network if desired. Consult your IT representative to determine the proper network
configuration for the TDS system.
The AMX TDS system transmits audio/video using IP multicast. In order for this to work
satisfactorily, it is vital that the network switches are multicast-enabled in order to prevent
unwanted flooding of traffic on the network.
•
Within the context of AMX TDS documentation. the term “Multicast-enabled” means
that all network switches carry out IGMP snooping, and one switch must function as the
IGMP querier.
•
AMX Digital TV supports version 2 of IGMP.
Front Panel Components
Note
: The USB Port on the front panel is not used at this time.
Status LEDs
The two status LEDs are located on the front panel, directly beneath the AMX logo
Rear Panel Components
TUNER IN
The TUNER IN (RCA) connector accepts incoming QAM/ATSC TV signals via coax cable
(FIG. 2).
In order to use the TUNER IN (RCA) connector with coax cable, you must first install the
included Coax-to-RCA adapter (see FIG. 5).
10/100 Port
The 10/100 (RJ45) port on the rear panel provides 10/100 BaseT network connectivity.
Network Port Pinouts and Signals
The following table lists the pinouts, signals, and pairing for the NETWORK port.
Consult the Network Administrator for correct cabling from the DTV-TX Transmitter onto the
network.
•
For remote connectivity, the Firewall may have to be configured to open port
2008
for
remote connectivity over UDP.
•
Ports
5000
and
5001
are required for the Transmitters as well as any ports used for the
TDS Multicast stream.
•
Ports
5002
and
5003
are fixed as the multicast stream output ports.
Ethernet LEDs
Default IP Address
By default, DTV Transmitters are set to
DHCP
.
Network Switch Requirements
DTV-TX03-US Transmitters require a Layer 3 Gigabit Switch with multicast support, IGMP
Querier/Snooping and PIM.
RS-232 Port
The RS-232 Port on the rear panel provides a serial interface that provides basic diagnostics
and the ability to change the IP address, via a standard DB9 connector.
•
Use a standard DB9 programming cable such as the CC-232 (FG10-752-04, not
included) to connect to a PC for Terminal control.
•
Supported terminal commands are listed in the
AMX TDS Operation/Reference Guide
.
FIG. 1
DTV-TX03-US Transmitter
DTV-TX03-US Transmitter
Dimensions (HWD):
1" x 10.5" x 4.25" (2.54 cm x 26.67 cm x 10.76 cm)
Weight:
1 lb (0.45 kg)
Power:
• Input Voltage 12VDC
• Power Dissipation 6~10 Watts
Tuners:
1 internal QAM/ATSC tuner
RF Input Level:
• 950 - 2150 MHz
• -35 - -55 dBm
Front Panel Components:
Status LEDs
• Power Status LED (green):
• Communication Status LED (red):
USB Connector:
Reserved for future implementation.
Rear Panel Connectors:
TUNER IN (RCA):
Accepts incoming QAM/ATSC signals.
Note
: Use the included Coax-to-RCA adapter on this connector.
10/100 (RJ45):
Standard 10/100 Network (RJ45) connector (see
Network Switch
Requirements
).
HDMI:
Reserved for future implementation.
RS232 (DB9):
Serial connector for local command line interface (RS232 only).
POWER:
Barrel plug accepts 12VDC power from the included power supply.
Note
: This connector is intended to be used only with the provided power
supply.
Operating
Environment:
• Temperature: 32°F - 122°F (0°C to 50°C)
• Humidity: 85% (Max relative humidity, non-condensing)
Certifications:
• CE
• FCC part 15 Class A
Included
Accessories:
• 12V Power Supply
• Coax-to-RCA connector adapter
Other AMX
Equipment:
• DTV-MA01 TDS Management Appliance (FG1412-01)
• DTV-RX02-HD Receiver (FG1411-02)
• CC-232 Serial Communication Cable (FG10-752-04)
• DTV-RK-TX03 Rack-Mounting Kit (FG1410-61)
(front)
(rear)
10/100 (RJ45) Ethernet connector
(to network)
RS232 Serial connector
(DB9: for local device control only)
PWR connector
QAM/ATSC Tuner Input
Communication Status LED (red)
Power Status LED (green)
not used
not used
Status LEDs
Power
(green):
Lights to indicate that the unit is receiving power and is functional.
If the LED fails to light, check your 12VDC Power connection.
Communication
(red): Lights to indicate that the Transmitter is connected to the network.
FIG. 2
TUNER IN
RJ45 Network Port Pinouts and Signals
Pin
Signals
Connections
Pairing
Color
1
TX +
1 --------- 1
1 --------- 2
Orange-White
2
TX -
2 --------- 2
Orange
3
RX +
3 --------- 3
3 --------- 6
Green-White
4
no connection
4 --------- 4
Blue
5
no connection
5 --------- 5
Blue-White
6
RX -
6 --------- 6
Green
7
no connection
7 --------- 7
Brown-White
8
no connection
8 --------- 8
Brown
FIG. 3
Ethernet LEDs
Video is distributed via
Ethernet to DTV Receiver(s)
Incoming Digital TV Signal
SPD
- Speed LED
connection speed is 100 Mbps
and turns Off when speed is
lights (yellow) when the
L/A
- Link/Activity LED
lights (green) when the
Ethernet cables are
connected and terminated
10 Mbps.
correctly.