Enova DGX HDMI Boards
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Instruction Manual – Enova DGX 8/16/32/64 Digital Media Switchers
Attaching Cables
Viewed from the rear of the enclosure, the input boards (for attaching sources) are on the left, and the output boards (for
attaching destinations) are on the right.
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– Input and output channel numbers correspond to the connectors and are located between the input
and output boards. For inputs, numbering is consecutive from left to right on each board from the top board to the bottom
board; outputs start over at “1” and follow the same pattern.
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– Input and output channel numbers correspond to the connectors and are located on the numbering
plate (metal strip) directly above the boards. For inputs, numbering is consecutive from top to bottom on each board
from the left board to right board; outputs start over at “1” and follow the same pattern.
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Input and output channel numbers correspond to the connectors and are located in the middle of
the enclosure between boards on either side. For inputs, numbering is consecutive from left to right on each board
from the top input board on the left to the bottom input board on the left, continuing on the top input board on the
right to the bottom input board on the right.
Outputs are in the lower part of the enclosure, start over at “1” on the left,
and follow the same pattern.
Note:
The HDMI connector has a center screw for locking capability.
To connect HDMI connectors:
1.
Attach HDMI connectors to HDMI receptacles.
Important:
If a device with an EDID (e.g., a video processor) is installed between the output and destination
monitor, the scaler override function will read the EDID for that device. If this happens, we suggest you try
either reading the EDID directly from the destination device and applying it to the output as a fixed override
scaler setting (see page 185) or setting a custom resolution (see
page 180).
Executing a Test Switch for an HDMI Board
We recommend becoming familiar with how HDMI switching works in an Enova DGX Switcher by reading the rest of
this chapter before executing a test switch. We also recommend executing a test switch to verify the system is working
correctly and then disconnecting the test switch before finishing the installation. For information on executing test
switches, see page 56.
HDCP Support on Enova DGX Switchers
The Enova DGX HDMI Boards provide true matrix switching for complete distribution of high resolution digital video
and embedded audio from the sources to the destinations (audio can also be inserted or extracted with the use of Audio
Insert/Extract Boards; see page 119). Full HDMI support allows 1080p protected entertainment content to be switched
freely, while its high resolution capabilities (1920x1200) provide the advantage of being able to use this solution to
switch high resolution computer images. As a result, a single system can handle a combination of computer images and
protected content.
Note:
This section also applies to DGX DVI, DXLink Twisted Pair, and DXLink Fiber Boards.
Enova DGX Switchers meet the HDCP Standard, which was established to prevent the unauthorized transfer of
protected audiovisual content between devices. In addition, these switchers support InstaGate Pro, which was developed
to address the special concerns that arise when protected content needs to be distributed.
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Attach HDMI connectors to HDMI receptacles