Extron electronic 48 manual Video and Audio Input Connections, Video and Audio Output Connections

Video and Audio Input Connections

a RGB video inputs — Connect the analog computer-video sources to		1
these 15-pin HD female connectors.
NOTE:	Most laptop or notebook computers have an external video port, but they
	require special commands to output the video to that connector. Also,
	a laptop screen shuts off once that port is activated. See the user guide
	for the computer for details, or contact the Extron S3 Sales and Technical
	Support Hotline for a list of common laptop keyboard commands (see
	the contact numbers on the last page of this guide for the Extron office
	nearest you).
Audio inputs — Connect the unbalanced stereo audio sources to these		1
3.5 mm mini stereo jacks for unbalanced audio input. Figure 3 shows how to
wire the audio plug.
Tip (L)	Sleeve (Gnd)

Ring (R)

Tip (L)

Sleeve (Gnd)

Figure 3. Audio Input Connector Wiring

Video and Audio Output Connections

b RGB video output connectors — Connect RGBHV video displays to these 15-pin HD female connectors for each output.

NOTES: • The MVX switchers can also switch RGBS, RGsB, RsGsBs, or

component/HDTV video.

• The MVX switchers do not alter the video signal in any way. The signal output by the switcher is in the same format as the input.

cBalanced or unbalanced audio output connectors — These 3.5 mm, 5-pole captive screw connectors output the selected unamplified, line level audio. Connect audio devices, such as an audio amplifier or powered speakers.

See figure 4 to properly wire an output connector. Use the supplied tie-wrap to strap the audio cable to the extended tail of the connector.

	Tip
	NO GROUND HERE.
	Sleeve(s)
Do not tin the wires!	Tip
	NO GROUND HERE.

Tip

Ring

Sleeve(s)

Tip

Ring

L R

Unbalanced Stereo Output Balanced Stereo Output

Figure 4. Captive Screw Connector Wiring for Audio Output

CAUTION: For unbalanced audio, connect the sleeves to the ground contact. DO NOT connect the sleeves to the negative (-) contacts.

MVX 44 / 48 / 84 / 88 VGA Matrix Switchers • Installation 5