Altinex Switch MX2214RM User Manual

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MANUAL PART NUMBER: 400-0009-003  
PRODUCT REVISION: 0  
MX2214RM  
4 - IN, 1 - OUT RGBS SWITCHER  
USER’S GUIDE  
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mounted to a table or wall, use only an Altinex  
made mounting accessories like rack mount  
shelf DA1298RM or rack mount ears  
DA1299RM and cables for optimum setup.  
PRECAUTIONS / SAFETY WARNINGS  
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Please read this manual carefully before using your  
MX2214RM Switcher. Keep this manual handy for  
future reference. These safety instructions are to  
ensure the long life of your MX2214RM 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 near to the  
equipment as possible, and should be easily  
accessible.  
1.1 GENERAL  
·
·
Unauthorized personnel shall not open the unit  
since there are high-voltage components  
inside.  
·
·
Do not pull the power cord or any cable that is  
attached to the MX2214RM Switcher.  
If the MX2214RM Switcher is not to be used for  
an extended period of time, disconnect the  
power cord from the power outlet.  
Qualified Altinex service personnel, or their  
authorized representatives must perform all  
service.  
1.4 CLEANING  
1.2. SAFETY GUIDELINES FOR THE RACK-  
MOUNTING OF THE MX2214RM  
·
Unplug the MX2214RM 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.  
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·
·
Maximum operating ambient temperature is 35  
(degrees C).  
Never restrict the airflow through the devices’  
fan or vents.  
1.5 CC / CE NOTICE  
When installing equipment into  
a
rack,  
·
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC  
distribute the units evenly. Otherwise,  
hazardous conditions may be created by an  
uneven weight distribution.  
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.  
·
·
Connect the unit to a properly rated supply  
circuit.  
Reliable Earthing (Grounding) of Rack-Mounted  
Equipment should be maintained.  
·
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  
1.3 INSTALLATION  
·
For best results, place the MX2214RM  
Switcher on a flat, level surface in a dry area  
away from dust and moisture.  
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  
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To prevent fire or shock, do not expose this unit  
to rain or moisture. Do not place the  
MX2214RM 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.  
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.  
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·
Handle the MX2214RM Switcher carefully.  
Dropping or jarring can damage internal  
components.  
Do not place heavy objects on top of the  
MX2214RM. If the MX2214RM is to be  
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Component Video (Y,  
R-Y, B-Y), S-Video  
(Y/C), Composite  
Video, and Audio  
·
Any changes or modifications to the unit not  
expressly approved by Altinex, Inc. could void  
the user’s authority to operate the equipment.  
ABOUT YOUR SWITCHER  
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Table 1. MX2214RM General  
The MX2214RM is a 4-in, 1-out high resolution  
RGBS relay switcher designed to allow the  
connection of as many as four computer video or  
broadcast video sources to a single presentation  
display. The MX2214RM can be controlled using its  
front panel through RS-232 or through contact  
closures. Contact closure control requires the use of  
an optional adapter, part # RC5204CC.  
MECHANICAL  
MX2214RM  
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 MX2214RM uses relays internally for each  
channel, enabling it to pass a wide variety of low-  
voltage signal types in addition to RGBS. The  
MX2214RM also passes RGsB, Component Video  
(Y, R-Y, B-Y), S-Video (Y/C), Composite Video,  
Audio, and RS-232.  
50°C  
90% non-condensing  
MTBF (calculations)  
40,000 hrs  
Table 2. MX2214RM Mechanical  
The MX2214RM can also be used bi-directionally; a  
signal can be routed “backwards” through the  
switcher to allow a single source to be connected to  
as many as six displays.  
ELECTRICAL  
MX2214RM  
Input Video Signal  
Analog Signal  
Impedance  
+/-10V p-p max  
75 Ohms (unselected  
inputs)  
The MX2214RM offers a 9-pin control port, which  
provides a means of interconnection for RS-232 and  
contact closure control, as well as other special  
features. For instance, when multiple MX2214RM  
units are looped together to create a larger switcher,  
two pins on the 9-pin control ports can be connected  
to make the switchers respond as a single unit.  
Using a similar method, multiple MX2214RM units  
can be made to operate in a Master-Slave mode,  
with all units responding to a single button selection.  
Input Sync Signal  
Composite Sync  
TTL(+/-),  
Analog 0.3-1.0V  
-0.3V  
Sync on Green  
Impedance  
Output Video Signals  
Analog Signal  
Fall/Rise Time (ns)  
Impedance  
pass-through  
+/-10V p-p max  
1.9  
75 Ohms (pass-  
through)  
Using optional hardware, a single MX2214RM can  
be rack-mounted by itself or two units can be rack-  
mounted side-by-side.  
Output Sync Signal  
Composite Sync  
TTL(+/-),  
Analog 0.3-1.0V  
-0.3V  
Sync on Green  
Impedance  
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS  
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pass-through  
FEATURES/DESCRIPTION  
GENERAL  
Inputs  
Input Connectors  
Outputs  
MX2214RM  
Frequency Compatibility  
Horizontal  
Vertical  
15-200 kHz  
30-190 Hz  
400 MHz  
4
Typical Video Bandwidth  
Four 4-BNC Female  
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Output Connector  
Compatibility  
4-BNC Female  
RGBS, RGsB,  
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-48dB @ 10 MHz  
DC  
Cross-talk  
Coupling  
Power  
External Power Adapter  
Power Consumption  
90-140V/200-240V  
10 watts max.  
Table 3. MX2214RM Electrical  
DESCRIPTION OF MX2214RM  
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4.6 POWER UP DEFAULT SET  
The front panel of the MX2214RM 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.  
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  
on again, the LED of the selected channel should  
light.  
4.1 SELECT INPUT  
When buttons 1 through 4 are pressed, the  
corresponding INPUT will be selected and  
displayed. LED’s on the front and rear panels will  
light simultaneously to indicate which selection has  
been made.  
4.7 ANALOG OUTPUT  
The analog output of the MX2214RM can be used  
for controlling several switchers simultaneously.  
The analog amplifier drives analog output pin 9 on  
a 9-pin “D” connector. The output can switch from  
0 V to approximately 5.0 V. 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 two 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.  
4.2 AUTO SWITCH MODE BUTTON  
This function is not operational at this time and is  
reserved for future upgrades.  
4.3 STAND BY / ALL CHANNELS OFF BUTTON  
This function allows a user to turn OFF all input  
signals. It is very useful when the MX2214RM  
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 a no signal  
condition. The LED next to the F2 will light to  
indicate that it is in this mode. To resume input  
select switching, simply press the desired INPUT.  
4.4 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 a beeping sound, release the key. All of the  
LED’s will flash simultaneously. The switcher is  
now reset. All previous defaults, such as power on  
channel default and other user settings are  
maintained.  
4.8 POWER SUPPLY  
The MX2214RM Switcher has 5 V 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.  
4.5 BEEP ON/OFF BUTTON  
This function allows a user to have an 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 now disabled. To enable it,  
repeat the same steps. The setting is stored in the  
memory and is maintained during the power up  
sequence.  
4.9 BI-DIRECTIONAL SWITCHING  
The MX2214RM Switchers use very high  
bandwidth relays to provide you with 400 MHz  
bandwidth. Each input, when not selected, is  
terminated to 75 Ohms resistor. This is done to  
make sure that the video lines are always  
terminated whether a channel is selected or not.  
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In addition to forward connection, the MX2214RM  
can be hooked up in reverse direction. In this  
configuration one video source is selectively sent to  
each of the video monitors. This capability is  
referred to as bi-directional switching. In this  
configuration only one display device can be  
operational at any given time.  
APPLICATION DIAGRAM  
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Step 5. Verify that the picture quality on all  
displays is good. If you are not receiving a  
signal, make sure that the display is  
compatible with the resolution of the  
computer graphics card.  
INSTALLING YOUR SWITCHER  
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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.  
Contact Closure control requires the use of part #  
RC5204CC Cable.  
Step 2. Connect the power cord to the unit and  
plug it into the power outlet.  
CONGRATULATIONS! YOU ARE DONE.  
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)  
If you experience any problems, please call  
1-800-258-4623 or 1-714-990-2300 for  
international calls  
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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IBM PIN No.  
MX2214RM PIN No.  
OPERATION  
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2
3
5
2
3
5
7.1 RS-232 CONTROL  
The MX2214RM Switcher uses a Female 9-pin HD  
connector on its rear panel that allows access to a  
variety of control capabilities.  
Connection of IBM-PC 9-pin D to MX2214RM 9-pin  
D. Note: 4, 6, 8 shorted together in IBM side only.  
Port setting preferences for the control system or  
computer being used to control the switcher should  
be set as follows:  
PIN No.  
PIN Designation  
No connection  
RS-232 Transmit  
RS-232 Receive  
No connection  
Ground  
Multiple Switcher Loop  
Control  
Analog Switch Voltage  
Input  
1
2
3
4
5
6
BAUD RATE (Bits per second)  
Data bits  
Parity  
2400  
8
None  
1
Stop Bits  
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.  
7
8
9
+5 V (150 mA max)  
Analog Voltage Output  
7.2 RS-232 PROTOCOL  
Figure 1: 9-pin D connector  
[INP0]  
[INP1]  
[INP2]  
[INP3]  
[INP4]  
[RSET]  
[VERN]  
All channels OFF  
Select Input 1  
It is generally recommended to select a single  
method of control for each application, as the  
activation  
of  
several  
different  
controls  
Select Input 2  
simultaneously may cause unpredictable results.  
Select Input 3  
The majority of control systems and computers  
used in presentation system applications use the  
RS-232 communications standard.  
Select Input 4  
Reset unit to user defaults  
Returns firmware version  
numbers  
To connect the MX2214RM 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’s  
Control Port; do not connect Transmit to Transmit  
or Receive to Receive.  
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
valid  
The  
[VERN]  
command  
will  
return  
the  
corresponding software version being used by the  
switcher, such as an error string. [ERR] will be  
returned if is error string is issued.  
The following are typical cable wiring pin outs:  
IBM PIN No.  
MX2214RM PIN No.  
If the control system being used is not setup to wait  
for the [OK] string, it is important to include a 100  
millisecond delay between each command.  
3
2
7
2
3
5
Connection of IBM-PC 25-pin D to MX2214RM 9-pin  
D. Note: 5, 6, 20 shorted together in IBM side only.  
The MX2214RM 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.  
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The feedback codes are as follows:  
follows: Input 10101, Input 20202, Input 30303, &  
Input 40404.  
Key  
Description  
Feedback  
Code  
pressed  
7.3 MASTER-SLAVE CONFIGURATION  
1
2
3
4
Input Select  
Input Select  
Input Select  
Input Select  
All Outputs OFF  
Reset  
[INP1]  
[INP2]  
[INP3]  
[INP4]  
These feedback codes allow multiple MX2214RM  
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.  
STAND BY  
RESET  
[INP0]  
[RSET][INPx]  
The following commands are added to the  
standard set of commands in order to facilitate the  
control of multiple units using single RS-232 control  
ports. These commands are available on the  
switcher that has the firmware revision number:  
2.0. Use [VERN] commands to determine the  
firmware revision. These commands add additional  
flexibility to the switcher.  
MX2214RM 9-pin D  
MX2214RM 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.  
[InnOmm]  
nn -  
Input Number 00 to 99  
Output Number 01-99  
MX2214RM 9-pin D  
MX2214RM 9-pin D  
mm -  
Master PIN No.  
Slave PIN No.  
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, the  
command [I00O01] will disconnect output 1 from  
any input.  
9
5
7
5
Master-Slave Analog Switch Voltage Connection  
With this configuration the master unit has ultimate  
control over slave unit.  
[OUTmm]  
This command sets the switcher to respond to a  
specific output only. The default setting is output 1.  
[SETxnnmm]  
x -  
select input number  
nn -  
mm -  
Minimum input number  
Maximum input number  
Figure 2  
This command is designed to allow the MX2214RM  
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 10k  
resistor. Thus, by selecting the proper resistor  
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 input is as  
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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 are not used. Typical  
resistor values and wires connections are shown  
below.  
7.5 MANUAL LOOP CONTROL  
Loop control is used when multiple units of the  
MX2214RM are connected together to form a  
single switcher. When the input channel button is  
pressed the loop control pin is internally grounded  
and the MX2214RM Switcher selects INPUT 4 as  
the default input.  
In this configuration the loop control pin 6 on the 9  
pin D connector is connected to the same pin on all  
switchers.  
Figure 3  
In some cases it may be preferable to use a five  
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:  
Figure 4  
MX2214RM LOOP  
MX2214RM LOOP  
6
5
6
5
9 pin “D”  
Male  
Description  
9 pin “D”  
Female  
Input  
MX2214RM 9-pin “D” Loop  
7
7
7
7
7
5
1.2K  
3.3K  
6.8K  
12K  
0 short  
Ground  
1
2
3
4
7
9
1
2
3
4
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,  
which can be daisy chained together using this  
method.  
NONE  
More specifically, the output of one switcher is  
connected to INPUT 4 of the next switcher. Once  
loop control is enabled these switchers will  
automatically switch video signals to the output of  
the second switcher through INPUT 4. Keep in  
mind that you are always going to have one less  
input than the total number of inputs available on  
all switchers. Figure 4 above is for a 7-in 1-out  
Switcher.  
The following voltages apply for selecting the  
required channel:  
Input number  
min. (V)  
0.35  
1.07  
1.80  
2.52  
nom. (V)  
0.55  
max. (V)  
0.75  
1
2
3
4
1.27  
2.00  
2.72  
1.47  
2.20  
2.92  
These voltage levels can be set using analog  
outputs from different control systems or spare  
dimmer control outputs.  
7.6 LOOP CONTROL WITH RS-232 COMMAND  
When multiple MX2214RM units are connected  
together to get a single switcher and RS-232  
commands are used to control these units, please  
connect units according to Figure 5.  
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ACCESSORIES  
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Model No.  
Description  
TABLE MOUNT HARDWARE  
Table Mount bracket for 2U ½ Rack-  
Wide  
TM1276  
RACK MOUNTING ACCESSORIES  
Rack mount shelf for two units side by  
side  
Rack mount kit for single unit.  
CONTROL CABLES  
DA1298RM  
DA1299RM  
Analog to contact Closure Adapter 6 ft  
RS-232/Master-Slave Control cable  
HIGH RESOLUTION 4 BNC to 4 BNC  
COAXIAL CABLE  
RC5204CC  
RC5207CC  
Figure 5  
If you want to make a 7 by 1 switcher using two 4  
by 1 switchers, the following commands should be  
used to control these switchers:  
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  
CB4100MR  
CB4103MR  
CB4106MR  
CB4112MR  
CB4125MR  
CB4150MR  
CB4175MR  
CB41100MR  
CB41150MR  
Input 1 through Input 4  
Input 5 through Input 7  
[OUT01]  
[OUT02]  
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):  
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  
Power cable for US  
Power cable for U.K.  
Power cable for Australia  
Power cable for Germany  
CB4300MR  
CB4306MR  
CB4312MR  
CB4325MR  
CB4350MR  
CB4375MR  
CB43100MR  
CB43150MR  
Figure 6  
[I01O01]  
[I02O01]  
[I03O01]  
[I04O01]  
[I01O02]  
[I02O02]  
[I03O02]  
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  
PC5301US  
PC5302US  
PC5303US  
PC5304US  
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universal internal power  
MX2214RM  
Switcher be  
used  
outside of  
the United  
States  
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS  
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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  
where it will be used. Adapter  
cables for several countries  
are available through Altinex.  
You can control multiple  
switchers with one card at  
this time. The unit has ID  
codes and can be  
differentiated by the control  
system. Call Altinex at 1-714-  
990-2300 if this requirement  
is important for your system.  
No: Question  
Answer  
1
When I  
press F1  
nothing  
happens.  
What is the  
purpose of  
this  
The F1 function is reserved  
for future use. It does not  
perform any functions at the  
present time.  
function?  
What is the This LED is also reserved for  
LED next to future use. It is currently non-  
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How do I  
control  
several  
switchers  
with one  
RS-232  
card in a  
control  
system?  
May I use  
contact  
closure to  
control the  
switcher?  
2
3
the F1  
operational.  
button used  
for?  
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.  
Why?  
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A special cable that plugs into  
the RS-232 port and converts  
contact closure into analog  
control is available. This is  
RC5204CC cable is made by  
Altinex on request.  
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Can the  
The MX2214RM can be rack  
MX2214RM mounted by itself or with two  
be rack  
mounted?  
units side by side. The width  
of the unit is 1/2 rack wide.  
Altinex offers rack mount ears  
for single unit mounting  
(part# DA1299RM) and rack  
shelf for two unit mounting  
(part# DA1298RM).  
Can this  
Yes, in exactly the same way  
switcher be as described in section 7.3  
looped with this manual.  
other  
MX2214RM  
Switchers?  
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Can the  
Yes, simply use the  
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE  
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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  
MX2214RM  
be used to  
pass  
Composite  
Video, S-  
Video or  
Component  
Video?  
·
Please make sure, that input signal formats are  
the same for the input (source) and output  
(display).  
·
Please make sure that input signal amplitude  
levels are as follows:  
channel and blue output  
channel). Since the  
·
·
·
RED, GREEN, and BLUE are less than 10 V.  
SYNC is less than 1.0 V and more than 0.3 V.  
MX2214RM is a relay  
switcher, it can be used as a  
contact closure control or to  
switch virtually any type of  
video signal.  
Please use the appropriate input voltage  
110 VAC or 220 VAC.  
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Can the  
Yes, the MX2214RM uses a  
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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.  
·
·
Please make sure that proper quality of cables  
is used. We recommended Altinex made cables  
for the best results.  
If the problem shows up after continuous usage  
at higher voltage, higher temperature, higher  
humidity, or at other extreme environmental  
conditions, please correct the problem.  
11.2 RETURN POLICY  
·
·
·
Please reset the unit by pressing the RESET  
key for more than 2 seconds, if problem exists  
with the switcher.  
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:  
Make sure that all channels (inputs) are not  
OFF (i.e. RED LED is not ON next to STAND  
BY key).  
Altinex will accept product returns for a period of 30  
days from authorized Altinex dealers. Products  
must be returned in an unopened package.  
If you are using any control software or  
hardware to control the MX2214RM, first verify  
the operation of the unit using the MX Control  
software available from Altinex web-site:  
www.altinex.com. Make sure that the cables  
are made according to manual, where the RX  
pin of the MX2214RM is connected to the TX  
pin of the computer.  
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.  
·
If you are controlling the unit by RS-232  
command, make sure there is a minimum delay  
of 100 milliseconds before sending the next  
command.  
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.  
·
If you have multiple MX2214RM Switchers  
connected in Master-Slave mode or Loop-  
Control mode, please make sure to have  
connection of RS-232 port done according to  
manual.  
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  
11  
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 shall be returned to company with  
transportation charges pre-paid returned 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  
11.3 CONTACT INFORMATION  
Sales Department  
Phone:  
Fax:  
714-990-2300  
714-990-3303  
Accounting Department  
Phone:  
Fax:  
714-990-6088  
714-990-5778  
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