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AMX Octaire instruction manual Overview & General Specifications, Applicability Notice

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Overview & General Specifications

Overview & General Specifications

Overview & General Specifications

The Octaire Distribution Matrix is a fixed system consisting of a single video or audio enclosure or multiple video enclosures with or without audio in a fixed input/output range. Because the Octaire is available in various fixed sizes, the illustrations in this manual may differ slightly from model(s) you purchased. These cost-effective, off-the-shelf units pack the same high-performance specifications as our other top lines.

Applicability Notice

In the following five tables, enclosures are designated as:

STD – standard video

UWB – ultra-wideband video

SYNC – digital HV sync

AUDIO – stereo audio

The designations for the video type are on labels on the rear of the enclosures.

An explanation for the model numbers is provided in FIG. 1.

FIG. 1 Octaire model numbers

Composite Video and Composite Video+Stereo:

Model	Configuration	Description	# of Enclosures
FGP44-3248-110	32x48	Composite Video	1 STD

FGP44-3264-110	32x64	Composite Video	1 STD

FGP44-4832-110	48x32	Composite Video	1 STD

FGP44-4848-110	48x48	Composite Video	1 STD

FGP44-4864-110	48x64	Composite Video	1 STD

FGP44-6432-110	64x32	Composite Video	1 STD

FGP44-6448-110	64x48	Composite Video	1 STD

FGP44-6464-110	64x64	Composite Video	1 STD

FGP44-3248-117	32x48	Composite Video+Stereo	1 STD + 1 AUDIO

FGP44-3264-117	32x64	Composite Video+Stereo	1 STD + 1 AUDIO

FGP44-4832-117	48x32	Composite Video+Stereo	1 STD + 1 AUDIO

FGP44-4848-117	48x48	Composite Video+Stereo	1 STD + 1 AUDIO

FGP44-4864-117	48x64	Composite Video+Stereo	1 STD + 1 AUDIO

FGP44-6432-117	64x32	Composite Video+Stereo	1 STD + 1 AUDIO

FGP44-6448-117	64x48	Composite Video+Stereo	1 STD + 1 AUDIO

FGP44-6464-117	64x64	Composite Video+Stereo	1 STD + 1 AUDIO

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AMX Octaire Overview & General Specifications, Applicability Notice, Composite Video and Composite Video+Stereo

Contents

Matrix Switchers OctaireInstruction Manual Distribution MatrixAMX Limited Warranty and Disclaimer Warranty Repair PolicyNon-Warranty Repair Policy Software License and Warranty Agreement Contents Important Safety Information & InstructionsOverview & General Specifications Installation & SetupAPWeb - Initial Setup by Network Admin APWeb - Additional Info for Network AdminAppendix A - Octaire AutoPatch Connector Guide Appendix B - Programmer’s Interface for System DiagnosticsESD Warning Important Safety Information & Instructions Information et directives de sécurité importantes Notices Copyright NoticeLiability Notice USFCC NoticeTrademark Notices Warnings & CautionsHyperTerminal is a copyright product of Hilgraeve Inc Notices Octaire Instruction ManualOverview & General Specifications Applicability NoticeComposite Video and Composite Video+Stereo Y/c and Y/c+Stereo Component and Component+StereoOverview & General Specifications ModelProduct Notes RGBHV and RGBHV+StereoStereo EnclosuresOctaire Features Octaire Control FeaturesHigh bandwidth-linearity and low crosstalk Front View Rear ViewRear View Components Power Receptacles & Switches Control HardwareSerial Number Two BNC connectors - for linking vertical interval sync pageGeneral Specifications Input & Output ConnectorsExternal Serial Controllers - Control using BCS protocol External Control OptionsNetLinx Control SoftwareInstallation & Setup General Hazard PrecautionsChassis Accessibility PowerUnpacking Mechanical Rack LoadingCircuit Overloading Reliable Earthing GroundingRack Installation & System Setup Required items for rack installationOptional items for rack installation Installation RecommendationsTo install and set up an Octaire system in a rack 1. Attach rack ears per FIGAdditional Installation Options Crossover Cable SpecificationsLinking Enclosures Link Cable RequirementsTo link two Octaire enclosures Linking Three or More Octaire EnclosuresTo link three or more Octaire enclosures Link cable - crossover or straight-through be consistentLINK Connector LEDs Cabling Video ConnectorsSignal Type Labels on Enclosures Attaching Inputs & OutputsInstalling Color Bands for Signal Types Connecting Video CablesTo connect video inputs and outputs Wiring Stereo Audio Connectors 5-position terminal block Wiring Sources & DestinationsAttaching Wires To attach stereo audio input and output wiresAttaching External Control Control OptionsNetLinx APControlConnecting Serial Controllers Connecting an External Serial ControllerRS-232 Pin Diagram PC Requirements for APControlSerial Communication Settings To establish external serial control4. Setup and run the desired method of control Applying Power & Startup Complete Power Redundancy SetupPower-Up Sequence To apply power Indicator Lights at Startup 5. Turn on the power strip and wait 30 secondsControl Panel Startup APWeb StartupSerial Control Device Startup NetLinx CompatibleExecuting a Test Switch Executing a Test Switch applicable to new system installations onlyBCS Commands Control PanelTo execute the test switch TroubleshootingTechnical Support AMX Contact InformationCabling & Setup for Vertical Interval Sync To send the sync signal to a composite enclosureTo send the sync signal to a multi-enclosure System Cable Requirement for VISVIS Toggle Switches Primary EnclosureTo set the VIS toggle switches Secondary EnclosuresConnecting to the APWeb Server TCP/IP Port & Indicator LEDsPower Indicator Ethernet Link IndicatorService Switch SVC APWeb System SetupCable Requirements To connect the Octaire system to a LAN or to a PC 5. Check the indicator LEDs pageInstallation & Setup Octaire Instruction ManualSignal Types & Specifications Video SignalsVideo Types Standard VideoUltra-Wideband Video SyncSignal Types & Specifications Ultra-Wideband RGBHV Signal SpecificationsStereo Audio Signals Stereo AudioSignal Types & Specifications Octaire Instruction ManualCancel Key Octaire Control Panel OperationOverview Control Keys & DialControl Keys & Dial continued Take KeyControl Dial Input & Output KeysSetup Options Adjust AudioGlobal Preset Menus & ModesExecuting a command press the Take Key To create and install labels for Input and Output KeysSelecting Labeling Input & Output KeysExecuting Switches To execute a test switchChanging Virtual Matrices Routing Levels To change the virtual matrix routing levelDisconnecting Switches Disconnect VideoAll Press I/O then TakeTo disconnect inputs and outputs Verifying Signal Status To verify the status of a signalStatus Audio Press I/O Key Defining & Executing Global Presets Defining Global PresetsTo define a global preset Executing Global Presets To execute a global preset 6. Scroll the Control Dial until Global Preset 3 appearsAdjusting Audio Adjusting Output Volume To adjust the volumeMuting & Un-muting Outputs To mute an outputFIG. 33 Example of muted output in Output Volume Mode To un-mute an output while in Mute Mode Adjusting Input GainTo adjust input gain 6. Press the Select Key Locking & Unlocking Locking the Control PanelTo lock the Control Panel Unlocking the Control Panel To unlock the Control Panel1. Press any key Setup Options Software VersionTo check the software version information Default Virtual Matrix To change the default virtual matrix routing levelCurrent default virtual matrix Vertical Interval Sync VIS Config To enable VISSetting the Password To set the password6. The LCD displays Reenter New PWD 7. Re-enter the new password System Error Codes & Troubleshooting To enable error code reportingTo turn off error code reporting Troubleshooting Error codes can appear either on the control panel’s LCD or in a terminal emulation program, such as HyperTerminalOctaire Control Panel Operation Octaire Instruction ManualAPWeb - Initial Setup by Network Admin OverviewTo set up the APWeb server Opening the APWeb ServerSystem Requirements Design RequirementOverview of the Admin Home Page LinkPage FunctionSetting a Static IP Address Using a DHCP IP Address OptionalTo enter a static IP address To force invocation of a DHCP IP addressSetting Admin & User Account Logins Default User Name & PasswordTo set the User and Admin Account Logins Executing a Test Switch with the XBar To execute a test switch with the XBarTo disconnect the test switch Note For complete information on the XBar Controller, see pageExecuting a Test Switch with BCS To send a test BCS commandEnabling/Disabling Product Services To enable or disable product servicesCustomizing the Site Customizing the Site NameCustomizing Bootup Operations To customize bootup operationsBootup Operations Options To enable audio control in the XBar Setting the Size of the XBar WindowSetting the Initial VM to Display Customizing the Control OptionsCreating / Editing Macros ExamplesDefining Routing Levels Manually Configuring VMs To redefine the contents of an existing macroTo create a macro To delete a macroVM Numbering Rules To manually define a routing level VMTo delete an existing routing level VM The VM number must match the level numbers on the Octaire as followsHandling Security Issues Resetting the User Name & PasswordTurning System Security Off To turn system security offTo reset the user name and password to their default values Opening a Telnet SessionTo open a Telnet session Executing & Disconnecting Switches Executing & Disconnecting Switches on the XBarNavigating the XBar Controller Adjusting Audio Settings To execute or disconnect switchesTo update system status when using multiple control points Adjusting VolumeAdjusting Input Gain To adjust input gainExecuting Macros To execute a macroAPWeb Connection Information Worksheet Login Names RequiredAddresses Must Be Supported DNS Domain Name Server Server AddressesConnecting to APWeb APWeb - Controlling the OctaireTo connect to the APWeb server Home Page Home Page LinksXBar Controller Overview Executing & Disconnecting SwitchesTo execute or disconnect switches with the XBar Navigating the XBar ControllerExecuting & Disconnecting Switches on the XBar 3. From the VM list, select the new routing levelAdjusting Volume To adjust volumeUpdating Status on the XBar To update system status when using multiple control pointsExecuting Macros To execute a macroAPWeb - Additional Info for Network Admin Embedding the XBar AppletXBar Applet Tag Changing the Proxy Setting To add an exception to the proxy setting information2. Select the Connections tab 3. Click LAN Settings APWeb - Additional Info for Network AdminIf the Proxy server box is not checked, check it before going to Step Be sure Proxy server box is checked4. Click Advanced The Proxy Settings dialog box opens APWeb - Additional Info for Network Admin6. Click OK to exit each of the dialog boxes used in these steps Enter APWeb IP addressAppendix A - Octaire AutoPatch Connector Guide Appendix A - Octaire AutoPatch Connector GuideOctaire Instruction Manual Appendix B - Programmer’s Interface for System Diagnostics System Component InformationVerbosity Settings Component SettingsGeneral Rules for Octaire Diagnostic Commands To access the lowest level of verbosity for all componentsSplash Screen Examples Appendix B - Programmer’s Interface for System DiagnosticsOctaire Instruction Manual FIG. 46 Display for i7v1 component 7, verbosityAppendix B - Programmer’s Interface for System Diagnostics Octaire Instruction ManualIt’s Your World - Take Control