Altinex Switch MX2206RM User Manual

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MANUAL PART NUMBER: 400-0065-003  
PRODUCT REVISION: 1  
MX2206RM  
6 - IN, 1 - OUT RGBS AUTO SWITCHER  
USER’S GUIDE  
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rack mount ears DA1299RM and cables for  
optimum setup.  
PRECAUTIONS / SAFETY WARNINGS  
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Please read this manual carefully before using your  
MX2206RM Switcher. Keep this manual handy for  
future reference. These safety instructions are to  
ensure the long life of your MX2206RM and to  
prevent fire and shock hazard. Please read them  
carefully and heed all warnings.  
To turn off the main power, be sure to remove the  
cord from the power outlet. The power outlet  
socket should be installed as close to the  
equipment as possible, and should be easily  
accessible.  
Do not pull the power cord or any cable that is  
attached to the MX2206RM Switcher.  
1.1 GENERAL  
If the MX2206RM Switcher is not used for an  
extended period of time, disconnect the power cord  
from the power outlet.  
Unauthorized personnel shall not open the unit  
since there are high-voltage components inside.  
Qualified Altinex service personnel, or their  
authorized representatives must perform all  
service.  
1.4 CLEANING  
Unplug the MX2206RM power cord before  
cleaning. Clean surfaces with a dry cloth. Never  
use strong detergents or solvents such as alcohol  
or thinner. Do not use a wet cloth or water to clean  
the unit.  
1.2. SAFETY GUIDELINES FOR THE RACK-  
MOUNTING OF THE MX2206RM  
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Maximum operating ambient temperature is 35  
(degrees C).  
1.5 FCC / CE NOTICE  
Never restrict the airflow through the devices’ fan  
or vents.  
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC  
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two  
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful  
interference, and (2) this device must accept any  
interference received, including interference that  
may cause undesired operation.  
When installing equipment into a rack, distribute  
the units evenly. Otherwise, hazardous conditions  
may be created by an uneven weight distribution.  
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Connect the unit to a properly rated supply  
circuit.  
This equipment has been tested and found to  
comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,  
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits  
are designed to provide reasonable protection  
against harmful interference when the equipment is  
operated in a commercial environment. This  
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio  
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in  
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause  
harmful interference to radio communications.  
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is  
likely to cause harmful interference in which case  
the user will be required to correct the interference  
at his own expense.  
Reliable Earthing (Grounding) of Rack-Mounted  
Equipment should be maintained.  
1.3 INSTALLATION  
For best results, place the MX2206RM Switcher on  
a flat, level surface in a dry area away from dust  
and moisture.  
To prevent fire or shock, do not expose this unit to  
rain or moisture. Do not place the MX2206RM  
Switcher in direct sunlight, near heaters or heat  
radiating appliances, or near any liquid. Exposure  
to direct sunlight, smoke, or steam can harm  
internal components.  
Handle the MX2206RM Switcher carefully.  
Dropping or jarring can damage internal  
components.  
Any changes or modifications to the unit not  
expressly approved by Altinex, Inc. could void the  
user’s authority to operate the equipment.  
Do not place heavy objects on top of the  
MX2206RM. If the MX2206RM is to be mounted to  
a table or wall, use only an Altinex made mounting  
accessories like rack mount shelf DA1298RM or  
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Using optional hardware, a single MX2206RM can  
be rack-mounted side-by-side.  
ABOUT YOUR SWITCHER  
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The MX2206RM is a 6-in 1-out solid rate RGBS  
switcher with auto-switching and Sync Delay  
Switching capabilities. It can be controlled using its  
built-in front panel, through RS-232, or through the  
use of contact closures. Contact closure control  
requires the use of an optional adapter, part  
#RC5204CC. Though designed primarily as an  
RGBS swithcer, the MX2206RM can also pass  
RGsB, S-Video (Y/C), and Composite Video through  
the Red, Green, and Blue channels; however, the  
auto-switch and sync delay capabilities are only  
available for RGBS type signals. The output of the  
MX2206RM is fully buffered.  
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS  
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FEATURES/DESCRIPTION  
GENERAL  
MX2206RM  
6
Inputs  
Input Connector  
Outputs  
Six 4 BNC Female  
1
Output Connectors  
Compatibility  
4 BNC Female  
RGBS, RGsB,  
Component Video (Y,  
R-Y, & B-Y), S-Video  
(Y/C), and Composite  
Video  
The MX2206RM can be turned into an auto switcher  
at the push of a button. In this mode, the  
MX2206RM will select an active input by sensing  
incoming sync on the composite sync channel. If  
more than one source is active at one time, the  
MX2206RM will make its selection based on input  
number priority. For instance, if Input 4 and 6 are  
active, Input 4 will be selected.  
Table 1. MX2206RM General  
MECHANICAL  
MX2206RM  
Material  
Finish  
Top Panel  
0.1” Al  
Gray  
Lexan  
Height (inches)  
Width (inches)  
Depth (inches)  
Weight (pounds)  
Ship Weight (pounds)  
T° Operating  
T° Maximum  
Humidity  
3.38in (86mm)  
8.50in (216mm)  
4.38in (111mm)  
3.0lbs (1.36kg)  
4.0lbs (1.82kg)  
10°C-35°C  
The MX2206RM also offers a special Sync Delay  
feature to eliminate the typical “glitch” associated  
with switching between high-resolution RGBS  
signals. In Sync Delay mode, the switcher  
disconnects the video portion of a signal (RGB) a  
moment before the sync (S) disconnects and  
connects it to the next channel a moment after the  
sync is connected. By doing this, the glitch takes  
place off screen. One of four Sync Delay times may  
be selected: 0 delay, 0.5 second delay, 1.5 second  
delay, and 2.0 second delay; pre-set while  
powering-on the unit.  
50°C  
90% non-condensing  
MTBF (calculations)  
40,000hrs  
Table 2. MX2206RM Mechanical  
ELECTRICAL  
MX2206RM  
Input Video Signal  
Analog Signal  
Impedance  
1.5 V p-p max  
75 Ohms  
Input Sync Signal  
Composite Sync  
Sync on Green  
Impedance  
Output Video Signals  
Analog Signal  
Fall/Rise Time (ns)  
Impedance  
Output Sync Signal  
Composite Sync  
Sync on Green  
The MX2206RM offers a 9-pin control port, which  
provides a means of interconnection for RS-232  
sand Contact Closure control as well as other  
special features. For instance, when multiple  
MX2206RM units are looped together to create a  
larger switcher, two pins on the 9-pin control ports  
can be connected to make the switcher respond as  
a single unit. Using a similar method, multiple  
MX2206RM units can be made to operate in a  
Master–Slave mode, with all units responding to a  
single button selection  
TTL(+/-)  
-0.3V  
10k Ohms  
1.5 V p-p max  
1.8  
75 Ohms  
TTL(+/-)  
-0.3V  
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Impedance  
22 Ohms  
-48dB @10 MHz  
DC  
Cross-talk  
Coupling  
Power  
External Power Adapter  
Power Consumption  
Frequency Compatibility  
Typical Video Bandwidth  
Horizontal  
200 MHz  
15-200 kHz  
20-190 Hz  
90-140V/200-240V  
20 watts max.  
Vertical  
Table 3. MX2206RM Electrical  
DESCRIPTION OF MX2206RM  
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until one is found. Auto switching is only available  
when switching RGBS format signals.  
4.1 FRONT PANEL  
The front panel of the MX2206RM provides access  
to essentially all of the switcher’s capabilities. In  
addition to standard switching functions, the unit  
has control and switching functions that could be  
very useful in a variety of special applications.  
4.5 STAND BY / ALL CHANNELS OFF BUTTON  
This function allows a user to turn OFF all input  
signals. It is very useful when the MX2206RM  
Switcher is used in applications where there is a  
need to turn the display or the source OFF. Press  
this function key (F2) to switch to no a signal  
condition. The LED next to the F2 will light to  
indicate that the unit is in this mode. To resume  
input Select switching, simply press the desired  
INPUT.  
4.2 SELECT INPUT  
When buttons 1 through 6 are pressed, the  
corresponding INPUT will be selected and  
displayed. LED’s on the front and rear panel will  
light simultaneously to indicate which selection  
has been made. Input Select buttons also used for  
setting Sync Delay time.  
4.6 RESET BUTTON  
This function allows a user to RESET the switcher  
without unplugging the unit. Press the function key  
RESET (F3) and hold it for 2 seconds. When you  
hear beeping, release the key. All of the LED’s will  
flash simultaneously. The switcher is reset. All  
previous defaults, such as power on channel  
default and other user settings are maintained.  
4.3 SYNC DELAY  
The Sync Delay function of the MX2206RM allows  
clean switching between high resolution RGBS  
sources by disconnecting active sync shortly  
before the incoming video is connected. This  
allows the “glitch” to take place off-screen. A  
variety of Sync Delay duration are available as a  
power-up feature. To set the desired Sync Delay  
time press and hold the appropriate button on the  
front panel while turning the unit on/plugging the  
unit in. The delay time will be stored until the  
setting has been changed.  
4.7 BEEP ON/OFF BUTTON  
This function allows a user to have audible  
feedback when buttons are pressed. The factory  
default is beep ON; however, in some  
applications, sound may be undesirable. To  
disable sound, press this function key (F4) and  
hold it for approximately 2 seconds until a beeping  
sound is heard. The function is disabled. To  
enable it, repeat the same steps. The setting is  
stored in the memory and is maintained during the  
power up sequence.  
SYNC DELAY  
SET  
0.0 second delay Press & hold Input 1, Power ON  
0.5 second delay Press & hold Input 2, Power ON  
1.5 second delay Press & hold Input 3, Power ON  
2.0 second delay Press & hold Input 4, Power ON  
The factory default setting for the MX2206RM is 0  
delay. To reset the unit to this default, input 1  
must be pressed and held during the power up  
sequence. The sync delay setting will not be lost  
by reset or by powering OFF the switcher.  
4.8 POWER UP DEFAULT SET  
This function allows a user to select the channel  
that will be ON at power up. To select the default  
channel, press the selected channel switch and  
hold it for approximately 2 seconds until you hear  
a beeping sound. If the unit is turned off and  
turned back on, the LED of the selected channel  
should light.  
4.4 AUTO SWITCH MODE BUTTON  
This function allows the MX2206RM to  
automatically select an active signal by sensing  
incoming sync. To enable Auto-Switch mode,  
press and hold this button (F1) for approximately 2  
seconds. When in Auto-Switch mode, the rear  
panel LED lights will “scan” for an active signal  
4.9 ANALOG OUTPUT  
The analog output of the MX2206RM can be used  
for controlling several switchers simultaneously.  
The analog amplifier drives analog output pin 9 on  
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a 9-pin “D” connector. The output can switch from  
0V to approximately 5.0V. The output impedance  
of this pin is 100 Ohms and it can sink or source  
up to 5 mA of current. By using this output,  
several switchers can operate in gang mode. To  
do this, the analog output of the master switcher  
(pin 9) is connected to the analog input of the  
slave switchers (pin 9). Now, every time a channel  
is selected on the master switcher, the output  
voltage of the analog output will be set to switch  
all other switchers into the same channel. The  
simplicity of this approach is that only 2 wires (one  
to pin 9 and one to ground) are required to  
connect and control all of the switchers. The  
selection of channels can also be accomplished  
by RS-232 on the master switcher with all slave  
switchers connected through the analog control  
pin. A maximum of four switchers can be  
connected in this configuration.  
4.10 POWER SUPPLY  
The MX2206RM Switcher has 5V power supply  
available on pin 8 of the 9-pin “D” connector. This  
voltage can be used to drive external circuits or as  
a pull up voltage for open collector type outputs.  
The total current on this pin should not exceed  
150 mA continuous operation or 500 mA for 5  
minutes.  
APPLICATION DIAGRAM  
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INSTALLING YOUR SWITCHER  
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OPERATION  
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Step 1. Make sure that the power input is set to  
the proper AC voltage in your country. An  
incorrect setting can result in unit damage  
not covered by warranty.  
7.1 RS-232 CONTROL  
The MX2206RM Switcher uses a female 9-pin HD  
connector on its rear panel that allows access to a  
variety of control capabilities.  
Step 2. Connect the power cord to the unit and  
plug it into the power outlet.  
PIN  
No.  
1
2
3
4
5
6
PIN Designation  
No connection  
RS-232 Transmit  
RS-232 Receive  
No connection  
Ground  
Multiple Switcher Loop  
Control  
Step 3. Connect the cables from the video sources  
(computers) to the input channels and  
connect the output channel to the display  
device (i.e. monitor or projector)  
Step 4. If control system is used to control the unit,  
connect RS-232 port to the control system  
RS-232 card. An improper hook up may  
result in RS-232 interface damage.  
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8
9
Analog Switch Voltage Input  
+5 V (150 mA max)  
Analog Voltage Output  
Step 5. Verify that picture quality on the display is  
good. If you are not receiving a signal,  
make sure that the display is compatible  
with the resolution of the computer  
graphics card.  
9-pin D connector  
It is generally recommended to select a single  
method of control for each application, as the  
Contact Closure control requires the use of part  
#RC5204CC Cable.  
activation  
of  
several  
different  
controls  
simultaneously may cause unpredictable results.  
CONGRATULATIONS! YOU ARE DONE.  
The majority of control systems and computers  
used in presentation system applications use the  
RS-232 communications standard.  
If you experience any problems, please call  
1-800-258-4623 or 1-714-990-2300 for  
international calls.  
To connect the MX2206RM Switcher to a control  
system or computer for RS-232 control, only three  
pins are required on each port: Transmit (TX),  
Receive (RX), and Ground (GND). The Transmit  
pin from the control system or computer must be  
connected to the Receive pin of the switcher  
control port; do not connect Transmit to Transmit  
or Receive to Receive.  
The following are typical cable wiring pin outs:  
IBM PIN No.  
MX2206RM PIN No.  
3
2
7
2
3
5
Connection of IBM-PC 25-pin D to MX2206RM 9-pin  
D. Note: 5, 6, 20 shorted together in IBM side only.  
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IBM PIN No.  
The MX2206RM Switcher is also designed to send  
feedback commands from the switcher to the  
control system when the buttons on the front panel  
of the switcher are pressed.  
MX2206RM PIN No.  
2
3
5
2
3
5
Connection of IBM-PC 9-pin D to MX2206RM 9-pin  
D. Note: 4, 6, 8 shorted together in IBM side only.  
The Feedback codes are as follows:  
Key  
Description  
Feedback  
Code  
[INP1]  
[INP2]  
[INP3]  
[INP4]  
[INP5]  
[INP6]  
[INP0]  
Port setting preferences for the control system or  
computer being used to control the switcher should  
be set as follows:  
pressed  
1
2
3
4
5
6
Input Select  
Input Select  
Input Select  
Input Select  
Input Select  
Input Select  
All Outputs OFF  
Reset  
BAUD RATE (Bits per second)  
2400  
8
Data bits  
Parity  
None  
1
Stop Bits  
STAND BY  
RESET  
[RSET][INPx]  
There is no software or hardware flow control  
implemented. The RS-232 input has a 6 character  
buffer and will not execute additional commands  
until the previous command is fully processed.  
The following commands are added to the  
standard set of commands in order to facilitate  
control of multiple units using a single RS-232  
control port. These commands are available on the  
switcher that has firmware revision number: 2.0.  
Use [VERN] commands to determine the firmware  
revision. These commands add additional flexibility  
to the switcher.  
7.2 RS-232 PROTOCOL  
[INP0]  
[INP1]  
[INP2]  
[INP3]  
[INP4]  
[INP5]  
[INP6]  
[RSET]  
[VERN]  
All channels OFF  
Select Input 1  
Select Input 2  
Select Input 3  
[InnOmm]  
Select Input 4  
nn -  
Input Number 00 to 99  
Output Number 01-99  
Select Input 5  
mm -  
Select Input 6  
This command connects any input to any output.  
The switching occurs as soon as the command is  
completed. The input 00 is used to disconnect a  
particular output from any input. For example,  
command [I00O01] will disconnect output 1 from  
any input.  
Reset unit to user defaults  
Returns firmware version  
numbers  
Commands must be issued as shown, in ALL  
CAPS and with the brackets [ ] included in the  
command string. After processing  
command, an [OK] string will be returned. A  
command echo will also follow the [OK] string.  
a
valid  
[OUTmm]  
This command sets the switcher to respond to a  
specific output only. The default setting is output 1.  
For instance, a command of [INP1] would return  
[OK][INP1]. The [VERN] command will return the  
corresponding software version being used by the  
switcher, such as an error string, [ERR] will be  
returned.  
[SETxnnmm]  
x -  
select input number  
nn -  
mm -  
Minimum input number  
Maximum input number  
If the control system being used is not setup to wait  
for the [OK] string, it is important to include a 100  
milliseconds delay between each command.  
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This command is designed to allow the MX2206RM  
Switcher to program each of the inputs to respond  
to a selected range of input commands.  
7.4 CONTACT CLOSURE (ONE WIRE ANALOG)  
CONTROL  
The one wire control is an alternative to a multi-  
wire contact closure control. This control pin allows  
you to select different channels based on the DC  
voltage level on pin 7 of the 9 pin D connector.  
Internally, pin 7 is pooled up to 5 volts by a 10k  
resistor. Thus, by selecting the proper resistor  
values connected to ground any channel can be  
selected. Although the channel selection by the  
relay contact is latching and will maintain the last  
relay-selected channel, it is recommended that  
momentary contact closures not be used. Typical  
resistor values and wires connections are shown  
below.  
For example, if command [SET10104] is issued,  
then the following commands will select only Input  
1: [I01O01], [I02O01], [I03O01], [I04O01]. In other  
words a range of I/O commands can address the  
same input. Default settings for each of the inputs  
is as follows: Input 10101, Input 20202, Input  
30303, Input 40404, Input 50505, & Input 60606.  
7.3 MASTER-SLAVE CONFIGURATION  
These feedback codes allow multiple MX2206RM  
Switchers to be connected in a Master-Slave  
configuration, if desired.  
When the control ports of two units are connected  
as shown below, the slave unit duplicates the  
actions of the master unit. The same unit can still  
be controlled from its front panel or through  
another RS-232 control.  
MX2206RM 9-pin D  
MX2206RM 9-pin D  
Master PIN No.  
Slave PIN No.  
2
5
3
5
Master-Slave Control Port Connection  
A Master-Slave configuration can be achieved also  
by Analog Switch Voltage using pin#9 and pin#7.  
MX2206RM 9-pin D  
MX2206RM 9-pin D  
Master PIN No.  
Slave PIN No.  
In some cases it may be preferable to use a seven  
conductor wire to control the switcher with contact  
closures. The RC5204CC adapter is available to  
accommodate this need. The pin outs for this  
adapter are as follows:  
9
5
7
5
Master-Slave Analog Switch Voltage Connection  
With this configuration the Master unit has ultimate  
control over slave unit  
9 pin “D”  
Male  
Description  
9 pin “D”  
Female  
Input  
7
7
7
7
7
7
7
5
1.2K  
3.3K  
6.8K  
12K  
22K  
51K  
0 short  
Ground  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
9
1
2
3
4
5
6
NONE  
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The following voltages apply for selecting the  
required channel:  
automatically switch video signal to the output of  
the second switcher through INPUT 6. Keep in  
mind that you are always going to have one less  
input then total number of inputs available on all  
switchers. The figure above is for an 11-in 1-out  
Switcher.  
Input number  
min. (V)  
0.35  
1.07  
1.80  
2.52  
nom. (V)  
0.55  
max. (V)  
0.75  
1
2
3
4
5
6
1.27  
2.00  
2.72  
3.45  
1.47  
2.20  
2.92  
3.65  
7.6 LOOP CONTROL WITH RS-232 COMMAND  
3.25  
3.97  
When multiple MX2206RM units are connected  
together to get a single switcher and RS-232  
commands are used to control these units, please  
connect units according to following diagram.  
4.17  
4.37  
These voltage levels can be set using analog  
outputs from different control systems or spare  
dimmer control outputs.  
7.5 MANUAL LOOP CONTROL  
Loop control is used when multiple units of the  
MX2206RM are connected together to form a  
single switcher. When the input channel button is  
pressed the loop control pin is internally grounded  
and the MX2206RM Switcher selects INPUT 4 as  
the default input.  
If you want to make 11 by 1 switcher using two 6  
by 1 switchers, the following commands need to be  
used to control these switchers:  
Input 1 through Input 6  
Input 7 through Input 11  
[OUT01]  
[OUT02]  
In this configuration the loop control pin 6 on the 9  
pin D connector is connected to the same pin on all  
switchers.  
This will setup each switcher as a different output  
number. To control the switchers use following  
commands (connect transmit line from control  
system to receive line on both switchers):  
MX2206RM LOOP  
MX2206RM LOOP  
6
5
6
5
[I01O01]  
[I02O01]  
[I03O01]  
[I04O01]  
[I05O01]  
[I06O01]  
[I01O02]  
Select input number 1  
Select input number 2  
Select input number 3  
Select input number 4  
Select input number 5  
Select input number 6  
Select input number 7  
MX2206RM 9-pin “D” Loop  
The loop control pin has an internal 100k resistor to  
+5volts. This limits the number of switchers that  
can be looped to a maximum of 10 switchers that  
can be daisy chained together using this method.  
More specifically, the output of one switcher is  
connected to INPUT 6 of the next switcher. Once  
loop control is enabled these switchers will  
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[I02O02]  
[I03O02]  
[I04O02]  
[I05O02]  
Select input number 8  
Select input number 9  
Select input number 10  
Select input number 11  
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS  
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No: Question  
Answer  
1
Why do the This is an indication that you  
LED lights  
on the rear  
panel keep  
moving?  
are in Auto-Switch mode and  
that an active signal is not  
present. The MX2206RM is  
“scanning” for an active  
signal.  
ACCESSORIES  
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Model No.  
TM1276  
Description  
TABLE MOUNT HARDWARE  
Table Mount bracket for 2U ½ Rack-  
Wide  
RACK MOUNTING ACCESSORIES  
Rack mount shelf for two units side by  
side  
Rack mount kit for single unit.  
CONTROL CABLES  
Analog to contact Closure Adapter 6 ft  
RS-232/Master-Slave Control cable  
HIGH RESOLUTION 4 BNC to 4 BNC  
COAXIAL CABLE  
Bulk Cable 4 coaxes (500ft minimum)  
3 feet, 4 BNC to 4 BNC coaxial cable  
6 feet, 4 BNC to 4 BNC coaxial cable  
12 feet, 4 BNC to 4 BNC coaxial cable  
25 feet, 4 BNC to 4 BNC coaxial cable  
50 feet, 4 BNC to 4 BNC coaxial cable  
75 feet, 4 BNC to 4 BNC coaxial cable  
100 feet, 4 BNC to 4 BNC coaxial cable  
150 feet, 4 BNC to 4 BNC coaxial cable  
SUPER HIGH RESOLUTION 4 BNC to  
4 BNC COAX  
Bulk Cable 4 coaxes (500ft minimum)  
6 feet, 4 BNC to 4 BNC coaxial cable  
12 feet, 4 BNC to 4 BNC coaxial cable  
25 feet, 4 BNC to 4 BNC coaxial cable  
50 feet, 4 BNC to 4 BNC coaxial cable  
75 feet, 4 BNC to 4 BNC coaxial cable  
100 feet, 4 BNC to 4 BNC coaxial cable  
150 feet, 4 BNC to 4 BNC coaxial cable  
POWER CABLES  
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Why when I You must press and hold the  
press the  
RESET  
button for approximately 2  
seconds, until you hear a  
beeping sound and all of the  
LED lights flash. This is  
designed to avoid accidental  
resetting.  
button, the  
switcher  
does not  
respond?  
Can the  
DA1298RM  
DA1299RM  
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The MX2206RM can be rack  
RC5204CC  
RC5207CC  
MX2206RM mounted by itself or two units  
be rack  
mounted?  
side by side. The width of the  
unit is 1/2 rack wide. Altinex  
offers rack mount ears for  
single unit mounting  
CB4100MR  
CB4103MR  
CB4106MR  
CB4112MR  
CB4125MR  
CB4150MR  
CB4175MR  
CB41100MR  
CB41150MR  
(part #DA1299RM) and rack  
shelf for two unit mounting  
(part #DA1298RM).  
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Can the  
Yes, simply use the  
corresponding channels to  
pass the signals (e.g. For  
composite video, you may  
use the red input channel and  
the red output channel, or you  
can use the blue input  
MX2206RM  
be used to  
pass  
Composite  
Video, S-  
Video or  
Component  
Video?  
channel and blue output  
channel). Since the  
CB4300MR  
CB4306MR  
CB4312MR  
CB4325MR  
CB4350MR  
CB4375MR  
CB43100MR  
CB43150MR  
MX2206RM is a relay  
switcher, it can be used as a  
contact closure control or to  
switch virtually any type of  
video signal.  
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Why when I You must press and hold the  
press the  
F4 BEEP  
ON/OFF  
button, the  
switcher  
does not  
seem to  
button for approximately 2  
seconds, until you hear a  
beeping sound. This must be  
done to set it in either BEEP  
ON or BEEP OFF mode.  
Power cable for US  
Power cable for U.K.  
Power cable for Australia  
Power cable for Germany  
PC5301US  
PC5302US  
PC5303US  
PC5304US  
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SWITCHERS  
respond?  
How do I  
control  
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE  
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6
You can control multiple  
switchers with one card at this  
time. The unit does have ID  
codes and can be  
differentiated by the control  
system. Call Altinex if this  
requirement is important for  
your system.  
·
·
Please make sure, that input signal formats are  
same for input (source) and output (display).  
several  
switchers  
with one  
RS-232  
card in a  
control  
system?  
Can I use  
contact  
Please make sure that input signal amplitude  
level is as follows:  
1. RED, GREEN, & BLUE are less than 10 V.  
2. SYNC is less than 1.0 V and more than 0.3  
V.  
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8
A special cable that plugs into  
the RS-232 port and converts  
contact closure into analog  
·
·
Please use the appropriate input voltage  
110 VAC or 220 VAC.  
closure to  
Please make sure that the proper quality of  
cables is used. We recommended Altinex made  
cables for the best results.  
control the control is available. This is  
switcher?  
RC5204CC cable is made by  
Altinex on request.  
·
If the problem shows up after continuous usage  
at higher voltage, higher temperature, higher  
humidity or at other extreme environmental  
conditions, please correct that.  
Can this  
switcher be  
used  
outside of  
the United  
States?  
Yes, the MX2206RM uses a  
universal internal power  
supply, enabling it to be used  
throughout the world. Please  
make sure to have the voltage  
setting in the correct position  
and please make sure to use  
the proper adapter cable for  
the country it will be used.  
Adapter cables for several  
countries are available through  
Altinex.  
·
·
·
Please reset the unit by pressing the RESET  
key for more than 2 seconds, if problem exists  
with the switcher.  
Make sure that all channels (inputs) are not  
OFF (i.e. RED LED is not ON next to STAND  
BY key).  
If you are using any control software or  
hardware to control MX2206RM, then first  
verify operation of the unit using MX Control  
software available from Altinex web-site:  
www.altinex.com. Make sure that cable is made  
according to manual, where RX pin of the  
MX2206RM is connected to TX pin of the  
computer.  
·
·
If you are controlling the unit by RS-232  
command, make sure there is minimum delay  
of 100 milliseconds before sending the next  
command.  
If you have multiple MX2206RM units  
connected in Master-Slave mode or Loop-  
Control mode, please make sure to have  
connection of RS-232 port done according to  
manual.  
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SWITCHERS  
If your product is out of warranty and needs  
service, contact the Altinex Sales Department for  
an RMA (Return Material Authorization). Products  
returned without an RMA number may experience  
a delay in service. The service charges will be  
quoted to you before the actual repairs are done.  
ALTINEX POLICY  
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11.1 LIMITED WARRANTY  
Altinex warrants that its products and cables are  
free from defects in materials under normal use  
and service. This warranty is limited to repairing at  
company’s factory any part or parts of the product,  
which upon company’s examination shall disclose  
to be, thus defective. Products considered  
defective should be returned to company with  
transportation charges pre-paid within 2 years (90  
days for cables) from date of shipment to the  
purchaser. The warranty is expressly instead of all  
other warranties expressed or implied. Altinex  
neither assumes nor authorizes any other person  
to assume for it any other liability in connection with  
the sale of the products. This warranty shall not  
apply to any product that shall have been repaired  
or altered outside of company’s factory in any way  
so as, in its judgment, to affect its stability or  
reliability, or that has been subject to misuse,  
negligence or accident.  
11.3 CONTACT INFORMATION  
Sales Department  
Phone:  
Fax:  
714-990-2300  
714-990-3303  
Accounting Department  
Phone:  
Fax:  
714-990-6088  
714-990-5778  
11.2 RETURN POLICY  
It is very important that you receive products that  
you have ordered and that this product fulfills your  
need. In the unlikely event that an Altinex product  
needs to be returned please follow the policies  
below:  
Altinex will accept product returns for a period of 30  
days from authorized Altinex dealers. Products  
must be returned in an unopened package.  
If a product has been opened, the restocking fees  
will apply. For the restocking fee amount, please  
contact an Altinex Sales Representative.  
If the product is in your possession for more than  
30 days, the restocking fees will apply.  
Altinex will not accept any returns on cables or  
custom products.  
If your product is in warranty and needs service,  
contact the Altinex Sales Department for an RMA  
(Return Material Authorization). Products returned  
without an RMA number may experience a delay in  
service.  
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