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Selecting S-video or composite video

Low resolution video inputs 11 through 14 are individually configurable as either composite video or S-video. View and change this variable from the front panel as follows:

NThe input video format is protected when front panel Lock mode 2 is selected. You can view the selected form of the input in Lock mode 2 but you cannot change it from the front panel. See “Setting the front panel Locks (Executive modes)” on page 3-44.

1.	Press the Esc button to clear any input buttons, output buttons, or control
	buttons that may be lit.
2.	To enter Video mode, press and hold the Video button until the button begins
	to blink green, then release the button.
3.	Press and release one of Video Input buttons 11 through 14 to select that input.
	Either Video Output button 7 or 8 lights to indicate the video format. Video
	Output 7 indicates composite video and Video Output 8 indicates S-video.
4.	Press and release the Video Output 7 or 8 button to select the associated video
	format.
5.	Press and release the Video button to exit the Video mode. The Video button
	stops blinking.

N• Pressing the Enter or Preset button also exits Video mode. Pressing the Preset button changes to Recall Preset mode.

•For the switcher to recognize the change and create a new configuration map, you must create a new tie for the input whose format was changed.

•Exiting Video mode by pressing the Video button always returns the I/O configuration to video and audio selected for configuration.

Example 7: Selecting the video format for a configurable output

In the following example, the S-video format is selected for video input 13. The steps show the front panel indications that result from your action.

1. Clear all selections: Press and release the Esc button.

Press and release the Esc button.

C O N T R O L

ENTER	PRESET	VIEW	ESC

The button flashes once.

2. Select Video mode: Press and hold the Video button.

Press and hold the Video button until it blinks.

VIDEO	2 seconds	VIDEO
	2 seconds

Release the button.

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MPX Plus 866 A specifications

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One of the key features of the MPX Plus 866 A is its ability to handle a wide range of video formats. It supports both HDMI and analog video, allowing for compatibility with different devices. This versatility ensures users can connect laptops, projectors, and other AV equipment without any issues, making it ideal for mixed-use environments where various technologies coexist.

With an 8x8 matrix design, the MPX Plus 866 A can route up to eight different input sources to eight output destinations. This feature enables users to select and switch between sources quickly and efficiently, enhancing the overall presentation experience. Additionally, the device incorporates Extron's high-performance scaling technology, which ensures that video signals are processed with exceptional clarity and detail, regardless of resolution.

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The MPX Plus 866 A also emphasizes ease of use and accessibility. Its user-friendly interface, combined with an intuitive control system, allows operators to navigate the device with minimal training. Additionally, the switcher supports various control options, including RS-232 and Ethernet, enabling integration into larger AV control systems for centralized management.

In summary, the Extron MPX Plus 866 A stands out as a versatile and reliable multimedia presentation switcher. Its extensive range of input and output options, advanced scaling and audio processing technologies, and emphasis on user-friendly design make it an exceptional choice for any professional AV installation. Whether in an educational setting or corporate environment, the MPX Plus 866 A ensures seamless connectivity and high-quality performance, meeting the demands of today’s multimedia presentations.

Extron electronic MPX Plus 866 A manual Selecting S-video or composite video, Format

Models: MPX Plus 866 A