4. Operation
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Applied CPU2 firmware: v3.5.7b8 | LDC software: v2.5.17b2
4.2.
The Remote Power Feature of MX-TPS Boards
WARNING!
Incorrect configuration may cause damage to the devices. Do to connect TPS-TX/RX90
extenders to the TPS boards, as the devices will be damaged.
MX-TPS boards can be configured to remotely power the connected TPS-TX/RX95 or TX/RX96 extenders.
The following boards support this feature:
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MX-TPS-IB, -A, -S
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MX-TPS-OB, -A, -S
To use remote powering, you will need the following:
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PSU-12VP (part no: 91340007) external PSU,
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Jumper pack (part no: 91340008).
Important instructions
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When remote power is activethe ports are NOT HDBaseT™ compliant, in this case do not connect any
third party devices.
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The jumper setting below is compatible only with Lightware TPS-TX/RX95 and TPS-TX/RX96 devices.
Cable length
Please note that the distances are 20% shorter if the remote powering is used in the case of AWG 26 CAT
cables. The remote powering can be enabled or disabled for each port separately. Some of the ports can have
remote powering enabled for Lightware extenders, while other ports can have remote powering disabled and
be used with HDBaseT™ compliant devices.
Settings in the TPS Board
Place the jumper block to the indicated position in the board at all desired TPS ports:
Setting in the Extender
When TPS-TX/RX95 device is powered over the MX-TPS board, set the jumper block in the extender to the
right position: