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CHAPTER 2: DECODERS
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TABLE 2-2. REAR-PANEL COMPONENTS
NUMBER IN FIGURE
2-2/2-3
COMPONENT
DESCRIPTION
1
(1) HDMI Out Port
Connect to an HDMI TV, monitor, or amplifier for digital video and audio output.
2
(1) Cat5E/6/7 port
OR
(1) SFP+ port
Connect directly to a compatible encoder/decoder for point-to-point extension, or to a
10 Gigabit Ethernet switch for distributed matrixing (requires MCX Gen2 Controller or
control software) with a single Cat.5e/6/7 cable for extension of all data signals (for
copper decoder).
NOTE: If the connected network switch supports the IEEE 802.3at-2009 PoE
(Power over Ethernet) standard, this unit can optionally be powered directly via this
Ethernet port.
Insert a standard SFP+ module and connect the appropriate optical cable to allow
data transmission to a compatible transceiver or to a 10-gigabit optical fiber network
switch (for fiber decoder).
NOTE: The SFP+ module must support a dual-optical fiber connection style, such
as LC, or be pre-terminated dual-optical fiber cables. Single-mode and multi-mode
support is dependent on the SFP+ modules used.
3
(1) Audio port
As OUT
: Connect to powered speakers or an amplifier for stereo analog audio output.
As IN
: Connect to the stereo analog output of a device, such as a CD player or PC.
NOTE: When the encoder and decoder are connected directly in a point-to-point
configuration, audio is routed directly to the opposite end’s Ports. Free routing can
only be configured by use of the optional MCX Gen2 Master Controller or control
software.
4
(2) IR ports
OUT Port:
Connect to an IR Blaster to broadcast IR signals from a connected
transceiver to devices within direct line-of sight of the IR Blaster.
IN Port:
Connect to an IR Extender to receive IR control signals and extend them to
devices connected to a connected transceiver. Ensure that the remote being used is
within direct line-of-sight of the IR Extender.
NOTE: Currently, only 38KHz IR signal extension is supported.
5
(1) RS-232 Terminal Block
Connect directly to a PC, laptop or serial controllable device with a 3-pin adapter cable
to extend the RS-232 signal between transceivers.
6
LAN Port
Connect to an Ethernet supporting device or to your local network as appropriate to
extend the network between transceivers.
7
DC 12V Port
Plug the 12V DC power adapter into this port and connect it to an AC wall outlet for
power.