Extron electronic MPX 866 A manual Deselect video Press and release the Video button

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5.Deselect video: Press and release the Video button.

I/O

VIDEO

AUDIO

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Press the Video

The Audio LED remains

button to delesect it.

lit to indicate that only

The LED is unlit

audio is selected.

when deselected.

 

 

The output buttons for outputs that are tied to input 5 light to indicate audio ties (audio breakaway).

1

2

3

4

5

6

COMPUTER/AUDIO OUTPUTS

The output buttons for audio outputs that are not tied to input 5 are unlit.

6.Toggle the Video LED on and the Audio LED unlit: Press and release the Video button and the Audio button.

I/O

VIDEO AUDIO

The output buttons for outputs that are tied to input 5 light to indicate computer video ties.

Press the Video

Press the Audio button

button to select it.

to deselect it.

The LED lights

The LED is unlit when

when selected.

deselected.

1

2

3

4

5

6

COMPUTER/AUDIO OUTPUTS

The output buttons for outputs that are not tied to input 5 are unlit.

If video ties are established for input 5, the output buttons for all video outputs tied to input 5 light green. If no ties are established for input 5, all output LEDs return to unlit.

7.Exit View-onlymode: Press and release the View button to exit View-onlymode.

Press the View button.

CONTROL

 

 

 

 

The View LED returns

 

 

 

 

to the unlit state.

 

 

 

 

All input LEDs and output

 

 

 

 

PRESET

VIEW

LEDs return to the unlit state.

 

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Contents MPX 866 a Safety Instructions English FCC Class a Notice Extron Electronics. All rights reservedContents 113 120About this Guide Typical MPX 866 a ApplicationAbout the Media Presentation Matrix Switcher Bandwidth FeaturesDefinitions Zz Tie any input to any or all outputs within a video group MPX 866 a Media Presentation Matrix Switcher Introduction Install Software Setup and Installation ChecklistPerform Physical Installation Install the Matrix Switchers Control ProgramComputer video group Rear Panel Cabling and FeaturesVideo Input and Output Composite video outputs Video Output 7 and Video Output Low resolution video groupVideo Input 11 through Video Input Video outputs Video Output 9 and Video OutputAudio input and output Audio inputs either input subgroupCaptive screw connector wiring for stereo audio output Audio outputs computer/audio output subgroup onlyRS-232 connector Serial PortsCabling RJ-45 connector wiringEthernet Connection Reset Button and LED PowerFront Panel Configuration Port Front Panel Configuration PortFront Panel Controls and Indicators OperationInput and Output Buttons and LEDs Input buttons and LEDs Output buttons and LEDsControl Buttons and LEDs MPX 866 a Media Presentation Matrix Switcher Operation See Muting and Unmuting Video and Audio Outputs on Controls Locks Toggle between mode 0 and mode ActionMode 2 and mode Resets Action Front Panel Operations Input and Output Label PanelsFront Panel Security Lockouts Creating a Configuration Confirm the change Press and release the Enter button Example 1 Creating a set of computer video and audio tiesSelect an input Press and release the input 5 button Example 1, final configuration Select the output Press and release the output 1 buttonExample 2, final configuration Example 3, final configuration, audio switcher Select the output Press and release the output 4 buttonVideo Inputs Example 4, final configuration Viewing a Configuration Example Deselect video Press and release the Video button See Setting the Front Panel Locks Executive Modes on Muting and Unmuting Video and Audio OutputsExample 6 Muting and unmuting an output Using Global Presets Exit View-onlymode Press and release the View buttonExample 7 Saving a global preset Example 8 Recalling a global preset Selecting Composite Video or S-video Example 9 Selecting the S-video format for an inputExit the Video mode Press and release the Video button Viewing and Adjusting the Input Audio Level Audio gain and attenuationInput Audio Level Adjustment Displays Example 10 Viewing and adjusting an input audio level Adjust the Input Audio LevelExit the Audio mode Press and release the Audio button Viewing and Adjusting the Output VolumeReading the displayed volume Preset button changes to Recall Preset modeZz Push Esc button twice Audio Output Volume SettingsZz Push Esc button Zz Push Esc button 19 timesExample 11 Viewing and adjusting an output volume level Select an output Press and release the output 1 buttonSetting the Front Panel Locks Executive Modes Adjust the Output Audio VolumeSelecting Lock mode 2 or toggling between mode 2 and mode Toggle Front Panel Lock Between Mode 2 and ModePerforming a System Reset from the Front Panel System ResetSetting the Front Panel Locks Executive Modes on Selecting the Baud Rate of the RS-232 Primary PortRear Panel Operations See Matrix SoftwarePerforming Soft System Resets Modes 3, 4, Perform a soft reset of the switcher as followsPerforming a Hard Reset Optimizing the AudioWorksheet Example 1 System Equipment TroubleshootingConfiguration Worksheets Worksheet Example 2 Daily Configuration Worksheet Example 2 Daily ConfigurationWorksheet Example 3 Test Configuration Worksheet Example 3 Test ConfigurationBlank Configuration Worksheet Computer video and audio subgroup input sourcesProgramming Guide RS-232 PortsFront Panel Configuration Port Rear Panel Remote Ports0.0 Dhcp off Default IP AddressesEthernet LAN Port Establishing a Connection Connection TimeoutsUsing Verbose Mode Number of ConnectionsHost-to-Switcher Instructions Switcher-initiated MessagesSwitcher Error Responses Using the Command and Response TablesX1 = Command and Response Table for SIS CommandsSymbol Definitions X1! =Command and Response Table for SIS Commands Command Ascii Command Response Additional descriptionCommand/Response Table for SIS Commands Read tiesAudio output volume Audio input gain and attenuation Preset names Input signal active Lock executive modes X2$ Command and Response Table for IP-Specific SIS CommandsX2# X3% =Command and Response Table for IP-Specific SIS Commands Special CharactersMatrix Switchers Control Program Installing the SoftwareSoftware operation via a serial port Software operation via EthernetUsing the Matrix Switcher Control Software Comm Port Selection window see appearsAddress and Password Entry If the IP address is correct, proceed to bExtron Matrix Switchers Control Program Window Blank IP Settings/Options window Address and Name fieldsHardware Address field Use Dhcp check boxUse Daylight Savings check box Date, Time local, and GMT offset fieldsSync Time to PC button Administrator Password and User Password fields Location of Firmware Upgrade Files Updating firmwareDownloading Firmware Upgrade Files Ethernet-connected firmware upload Select Files Window Dialog BoxSerial-port-connected firmware upload Click Exit to close the Firmware LoaderUploading Html files Html Files List WindowFile menu Windows Buttons, Drop Boxes, and trash canWindows menus Audio Gain Adjust Dialog Box Tools menuSee Uploading Html Files on Audio Input Configuration selection Preferences menuTies Shown as Crosspoints Master reset performs all of the following functions Master-Reset selectionUsing Emulation Mode Continue using the program as described onButton-Label Generator Program Using the Help systemProducts Disk that accompanied the switcher Using the Button-Label Generator Software Button-Label Generator window appears see figureOpening the Embedded Web Pages Box, and then click OKEnter Network Password Status Tab System StatusIP Settings fields Configuration TabSystem Settings Unit Name fieldGateway IP Address field Dhcp radio buttonsIP Address field Subnet Mask fieldDate/Time Settings fields Date/Time Settings FieldsVideo Input Settings PasswordsFirmware Upgrade Firmware UpgradeFirmware Upgrade File Management Tab File ManagementControl Tab Set and View TiesCreating or deleting a tie RGB and Audio Settings Change the input gain and attenuationMute and unmute one or all outputs Click the desired outputChange the output volume level Volume Drop BoxRecalling a preset Global PresetsSaving a preset Special Characters RJ-45 Connector Pinout Tables Ethernet LinkPinging to Determine the Web IP Address Default IP AddressPinging to Determine the Extron IP Address Computer returns the command prompt C\ Update was successfulConnecting as a Telnet Client Telnet WindowEscape character and Esc key Telnet TipsOpen Local echoLocal and Remote Devices Subnetting a PrimerGateways IP Addresses and OctetsUnmasked octets are compared indicated by ? in figure Subnet Masks and OctetsDetermining Whether Devices Are on the Same Subnet Masked octets are not compared indicated by X in figureVideo input SpecificationsVideo Audio Video outputSync Audio output Control/remote switcherAudio input GeneralAdapters, power supplies, labels Part Number Optional AccessoriesMatrix switcher part numbers Part Number Part NumbersTermination tools and connectors Part Number MHR mini high resolution cable Part NumberRG6 super high resolution cable Part Number CablesTerminated cable assemblies Mounting Instructions Mounting the SwitcherUL Requirements Button Labels Printing InstructionsButton Label Blanks, 16-button Switcher Asia Middle East USA, Canada, South America Japan Central AmericaEurope, Africa, and the Middle China East Europe
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MPX 866 A specifications

The Extron MPX 866 A is a powerful multimedia presentation switcher known for its robust functionality and advanced features, ideal for a range of professional environments, particularly in education, corporate, and broadcasting sectors. This device is designed to facilitate seamless switching between multiple audio and video sources, ensuring a smooth and professional presentation experience.

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