Wiring the MAX-CSEfor external video streaming, Network

Wiring the MAX-CSE for external video streaming

The rear connectors are used to input RGB video signals from an external video/audio source. FIG. 3 shows a sample wiring configuration streaming

video from a MAX-CSE to either a MAX-CSD10 or VG-Series touch panel.

WEB	S-Video or COMP Video In
	(DVD, VCR, etc.)

3.Press the Enter key on your keyboard to initiate communication and launch the initial on-screen Enter Network Password security dialog.

•The MAX unit is shipped in a secured configuration which requires the user to enter a username and password into the on-screen security dialog before gaining access to the UI pages.

4.Enter the words administrator and password into their corresponding

User Name/Password fields (case-sensitive). This profile can later be changed.

5.Click OK to enter the information and proceed to the first UI page.

Outbound Audio/Video/Data

via Ethernet

Mic In

Line Level In

Audio In

(Stereo RCA)

Ethernet (RJ-45)

PoE Indirect Connect (CAT5)

(S-Video)

(BNC)

Power supply

Assigning a Static IP Address to the unit via the browser-based UI

Although the initial communication to the unit is done via a DHCP connection and since this is your stream source, it is recommended that for streaming and programming purposes, you assign a Static IP Address to the unit via the browser-based UI.

1.Access the IP Settings page by clicking the IP Settings link from within the Navigation frame (FIG. 5).

Browser Address field

MAX-CSE

Video Encoder

Direct PWR Connection

Navigation

frameActive page frame

Network

45)

RGB Video Out

(RJ-

PoE

Audio Out

Ethernet

Video)-

(BNC)

(Stereo RCA)

MAX-CSD10

Video Decoder

Power supply

Power
supply
Inbound Audio/Video/Data	via Ethernet

VG-Series

Touch Panels

Stream

Status

frame

FIG. 5 Sample IP Settings page (DHCP)

	• This page is used to assign the method of communication used by the target
	MAX-CSE unit.
	• Note that both the default IP Configuration setting is DHCP and the
	corresponding read-only fields display the MAX unit’s communication
	parameters obtained from the DHCP Server during the initial setup.
2.	Click on the Static radio box to begin entering the previously obtained Static IP
	Address information (typically provided by your Network Administrator).
3.	Enter the corresponding Static IP Address, Subnet Mask, Gateway, and DNS
	parameters into their corresponding fields on this page.
4.	Click the Apply button to refresh the screen and save your new communication
	parameters.

FIG. 3 Sample wiring configuration using a CSE streaming to different devices

Configuring the Communication Parameters

The MAX-CSE is configured to be used as a standalone unit running on a network capable of supporting the up to a 6Mbps data rate. It is recommended that you setup the unit locally prior to installing it within an AC-RK rack unit.

Obtaining the unit’s initial DHCP Address

1.Connect an Ethernet cable to the unit’s rear Ethernet connector.

2.Connect the 2-pin 3.5 mm mini-Phoenix PWR connector to the rear power connector and then apply power.

Note: The MAX-CSE uses the active Ethernet connection to communicate with the DHCP Server an obtain a valid DHCP Address.

•After the unit has successfully obtained an IP Address from the DHCP Server, it then displays this obtained DHCP Address across the front LCD (FIG. 4).

3.Write down the new DHCP Address displayed on the front panel LCD.

FIG. 4 Example of the initial DHCP display

Communicating with the unit via the browser-based UI

To communicate with the MAX-CSE it is necessary for the unit to first obtain a DHCP Address. Once that address is known, you can then use your web browser to access the browser-based User Interface (UI) pages and then configure the project, video, and IP connection parameters.

1.Launch your web browser.

2.Enter the IP Address of the target unit (ex: http://192.199.99.99) into the web browser’s Address field.

5.	Once the browser’s progress bar indicates it has completed the temporary
	acceptance of the new parameters, click the Reboot button to restart the unit
	and incorporate these changes.
6.	Once the unit powers-up, the new Static IP Address is then displayed on the
	LCD after the appearance of AMX logo (which can take several minutes).
7.	Confirm the new communication parameters by launching your browser and
	entering the MAX’s new Static IP Address into the browser’s Address field.
8.	Press the Enter key on your keyboard to begin the communication process and
	launch the initial on-screen security dialog.
9.	Re-enter the words administrator and password into their corresponding
	User Name/Password fields.
10.	Click OK to enter the information and proceed to the Administration page which
	provides both a descriptive overview of the program stream and lists the
	currently used firmware.

Troubleshooting

•If the LCD does not display any information (such as the AMX logo or an IP Address) during the initial startup sequence, confirm that the unit is receiving power.

•If the L/A LED (FIG. 2) is not On or blinking, check your cables and connectors.

•If the web browser cannot establish a connection to the unit’s browser-based UI, confirm you’ve entered the correct/new IP Address into the browser’s Address field. If this does not correct the problem, cycle power to the unit, confirm the displayed IP Address information, and re-enter it into your browser.

Notice: MAX Products are not designed or intended to, and may not be used to, violate anyone’s copyright or other intellectual property rights. Each user of the MAX Products may only use the products in connection with materials legally owned or licensed by such user and only to the extent such ownership or license rights permit such use.

This product includes the GoAhead Web Server.

AMX Corporation reserves the right to alter specifications without notice at any time.	93-2178-70	REV: B
For full warranty information, refer to the AMX Instruction Manual(s) associated with your Product(s).

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AMX Wiring the MAX-CSEfor external video streaming, MAX-CSE Video Encoder, Network

Models: MAX-CSE