Altinex Switch MX2216RM User Manual

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MANUAL PART NUMBER: 400-0064-002  
PRODUCT REVISION: 2  
MX2216RM  
6 - IN, 1 - OUT RGBS SWITCHER  
USER’S GUIDE  
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Handle the MX2216RM Switcher carefully.  
Dropping or jarring can damage internal  
components.  
PRECAUTIONS / SAFETY WARNINGS  
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Please read this manual carefully before using your  
MX2216RM Switcher. Keep this manual handy for  
future reference. These safety instructions are to  
ensure the long life of your MX2216RM and to  
prevent fire and shock hazard. Please read them  
carefully and heed all warnings.  
Do not place heavy objects on top of the  
MX2216RM. If the MX2216RM is mounted to a  
table or wall, use only Altinex made mounting  
accessories such as rack mount shelf  
DA1298RM or rack mount ears DA1299RM  
and cables for optimum setup.  
1.1 GENERAL  
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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.  
·
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.  
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Do not pull the power cord or any cable that is  
attached to the MX2216RM Switcher.  
1.2 SAFETY GUIDELINES FOR THE RACK-  
MOUNTING OF THE MX2216RM  
If the MX2216RM Switcher is not used for an  
extended period, disconnect the power cord  
from the power outlet.  
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Maximum operating ambient temperature is 35  
(degrees C).  
1.4 CLEANING  
Unplug the MX2216RM’s power cord before  
Never restrict the air flow through the devices’  
fan or vents.  
·
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.  
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.  
1.5 FCC / CE NOTICE  
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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.  
Reliable Earthing (Grounding) of Rack-Mounted  
Equipment should be maintained.  
1.3 INSTALLATION  
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For best results, place the MX2216RM  
Switcher on a flat, level surface in a dry area  
away from dust and moisture.  
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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  
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To prevent fire or shock, do not expose this unit  
to rain or moisture. Do not place the  
MX2216RM 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.  
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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cause  
harmful  
interference  
to  
radio  
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS  
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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.  
FEATURES/DESCRIPTION  
GENERAL  
No. of Inputs  
Input Connectors  
No. of Outputs  
Output Connector  
Compatibility  
MX2216RM  
6
Six 4 BNC Female  
1
4 BNC Female  
RGBS, RGsB,  
Component Video (Y,  
R-Y, B-Y), S-Video  
(Y/C),  
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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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The MX2216RM is a 6-in 1-out high resolution  
RGBS relay switcher designed to allow the  
connection of as many as six computer video or  
broadcast video sources to a single presentation  
display. The MX2216RM 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.  
Composite Video, and  
Audio  
Table 1. MX2216RM General  
MECHANICAL  
MX2216RM  
Material  
Finish  
Top Panel  
0.1” Aluminum  
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 MX2216RM uses relays internally for each  
channel, enabling it to pass a variety of low-voltage  
signal types in addition to RGBS. This also includes  
RGsB, Component Video (Y, R-Y, B-Y), S-Video  
(Y/C), Composite Video, Audio, and RS-232.  
The MX2216RM 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.  
50°C  
90% non-condensing  
MTBF (calculations)  
40,000hrs  
Table 2. MX2216RM Mechanical  
The MX2216RM 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 MX2216RM  
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 MX2216RM units  
can be made to operate in a Master-Slave mode,  
with all units responding to a single button selection.  
ELECTRICAL  
MX2216RM  
Input Video Signals  
Analog Signal  
Impedance  
+/-10V p-p max.  
75 Ohms (unselected  
input)  
Input Sync Signals  
Composite Sync  
TTL(+/-),  
Analog 0.3-1.0V  
-0.3V  
Sync on Green  
Impedance  
pass-through  
Using optional hardware, a single MX2216RM can  
be rack-mounted as a single unit or two units can be  
rack-mounted side-by-side.  
Output Video Signals  
Analog Signal  
Fall/Rise Time (ns)  
Impedance  
+/-10V p-p max.  
1.9  
75Ohms (pass-  
through)  
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Typical Video Bandwidth  
Cross-talk  
Coupling  
Power  
External Power Adapter  
400 MHz  
-48dB @ 10 MHz  
DC  
Output Sync Signal  
Composite Sync  
TTL(+/-),  
Analog 0.3-1.0V  
-0.3V  
Sync on Green  
Impedance  
Frequency Compatibility  
Horizontal  
pass-through  
90-140V/200-240V  
(selectable)  
15-200 kHz  
30-190 Hz  
10 watts max.  
Power Consumption  
Vertical  
Table 3. MX2216RM Electrical  
DESCRIPTION OF MX2216RM  
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4.6 POWER UP DEFAULT SET  
The front panel of the MX2216RM 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  
back on, the LED of the selected channel should  
light.  
4.1 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.  
4.7 ANALOG OUTPUT  
Analog output of the MX2216RM can be used for  
controlling several switchers simultaneously. The  
analog amplifier drives the analog output pin 9 on a  
9-pin “D” connector. The output can range 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 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.  
4.2 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 MX2216RM  
Switcher is used in applications when 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 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 MX2216RM 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 of continuous operation or 500 mA for 5  
minutes.  
4.5 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 the 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 MX2216RM Switcher uses very high  
bandwidth relays to provide you with a 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 MX2216RM  
can be connected in a 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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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.  
Step 5. Confirm 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. Contact Closure  
control requires the use of cable part #  
RC5204CC.  
Step 2. Connect the power cord to the unit and  
plug it into the power outlet.  
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).  
CONGRATULATIONS! YOU ARE DONE.  
If you experience any problems, please call  
1-800-258-4623 or 1-714-990-2300 for  
international calls.  
Step 4. If a control system is used to control the  
unit, connect the RS-232 port to the control  
system RS-232 card. An improper  
connection may result in RS-232 interface  
damage.  
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IBM PIN No.  
MX2216RM PIN No.  
OPERATION  
7
2
3
5
2
3
5
7.1 RS-232 CONTROL  
The MX2216RM 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 MX2216RM 9-pin  
D. Note: 4, 6, 8 shorted together in IBM side only.  
Port setting preferences for the control system or  
computer 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)  
2400  
8
Data bits  
Parity  
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  
[INP0]  
[INP1]  
[INP2]  
[INP3]  
[INP4]  
[INP5]  
[INP6]  
[RSET]  
[VERN]  
All channels OFF  
Select Input 1  
It is generally recommended to select a single  
method of control for each application, as the  
Select Input 2  
activation  
of  
several  
different  
controls  
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  
Select Input 5  
Select Input 6  
To connect the MX2216RM 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 out of the switcher’s  
Control Port; do not connect Transmit to Transmit  
or Receive to Receive.  
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
valid  
The are following are typical cable wiring pin outs:  
The  
[VERN]  
command  
will  
return  
the  
IBM PIN No.  
MX2216RM PIN No.  
corresponding software version being used by the  
switcher, such as an error string, [ERR] will be  
returned.  
3
2
7
2
3
5
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.  
Connection of IBM-PC 25-pin D to MX2216RM 9-pin  
D. Note: 5, 6, & 20 shorted together in IBM side  
only.  
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The MX2216RM 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.  
This command is designed to allow the MX2216RM  
Switcher to program each of the inputs to respond  
to a selected range of input commands.  
For example, if command [SET10104] is issued,  
then the following commands will select only Input  
1: [I01O01], [I02O01], [I03O01], and [I04O01]. In  
other words a range of I/O commands can address  
the same input. The default settings for each of the  
inputs are as follows: Input 10101, Input 20202,  
Input 30303, Input 40404, Input 50505, and Input  
60606.  
The Feedback codes are as follows:  
Key  
pressed  
Description  
Feedback  
Code  
1
2
3
4
5
6
Input Select  
Input Select  
Input Select  
Input Select  
Input Select  
Input Select  
All Outputs OFF  
Reset  
[INP1]  
[INP2]  
[INP3]  
[INP4]  
[INP5]  
[INP6]  
[INP0]  
7.3 MASTER-SLAVE CONFIGURATION  
These feedback codes allow multiple MX2216RM  
Switchers to be connected in a Master-Slave  
configuration, if desired.  
STAND BY  
RESET  
[RSET][INPx]  
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.  
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.  
MX2216RM 9-pin D  
MX2216RM 9-pin D  
Master PIN No.  
Slave PIN No.  
2
5
3
5
[InnOmm]  
Master-Slave Control Port Connection  
nn -  
Input Number 00 to 99  
Output Number 01-99  
A Master-Slave configuration can be achieved also  
by Analog Switch Voltage using pin#9 and pin#7.  
mm -  
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.  
MX2216RM 9-pin D  
MX2216RM 9-pin D  
Master PIN No.  
Slave PIN No.  
9
5
7
5
Master-Slave Analog Switch Voltage Connection  
[OUTmm]  
This command sets the MX2216RM Switcher to  
respond to any specific output only. The default  
setting is output 1.  
[SETxnnmm]  
x -  
select input number  
nn -  
mm -  
Minimum input number  
Maximum input number  
Figure 2  
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With this configuration, the master unit has ultimate  
control over the slave unit.  
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  
7.4 CONTACT CLOSURE (ONE WIRE ANALOG)  
CONTROL  
1
2
3
4
5
6
1.27  
2.00  
2.72  
3.45  
1.47  
2.20  
2.92  
3.65  
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 next to  
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 wire connections are shown  
below.  
3.25  
3.97  
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  
MX2216RM are connected to form a single  
switcher. When the input channel button is pressed  
the loop control pin is internally grounded and the  
MX2216RM Switcher selects INPUT 4 as the  
default input.  
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:  
In this configuration, the loop control pin 6 on the 9  
pin D connector is connected to the same pin on all  
switchers.  
MX2216RM LOOP  
MX2216RM LOOP  
6
5
6
5
MX2216RM 9-pin “D” Loop  
Figure 3  
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
Figure 4  
NONE  
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The loop control pin has an internal 100k resistor to  
+5volts. This limits the number of switchers looped  
to a maximum of 10 switchers that are daisy  
chained together using this method.  
If you want to create an 11 by 1 switcher using two 6  
by 1 switchers, the following commands must be  
used to control these switchers:  
Input 1 through Input 6  
Input 7 through Input 11  
[OUT01]  
[OUT02]  
More specifically, the output of one switcher is  
connected to INPUT 6 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 6. Keep in  
mind that you are always going to have one less  
input than the total number of inputs available on  
all switchers. The figure above is for an 11-in 1-out  
switcher.  
This will setup each switcher as a different output  
number. To control the switchers, use the following  
commands (connect transmit line from control  
system to receive line on both switchers):  
[I01O01]  
[I02O01]  
[I03O01]  
[I04O01]  
[I05O01]  
[I06O01]  
[I01O02]  
[I02O02]  
[I03O02]  
[I04O02]  
[I05O02]  
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  
Select input number 8  
Select input number 9  
Select input number 10  
Select input number 11  
Figure 5  
7.6 LOOP CONTROL WITH RS-232 COMMAND  
When multiple MX2216RM units are connected to  
form a single switcher and RS-232 commands are  
used to control these units, please connect the  
units according to following diagram.  
Figure 6  
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ACCESSORIES  
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS  
No: Question Answer  
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Model No.  
Description  
TABLE MOUNT HARDWARE  
Table Mount bracket for 2U ½ Rack-  
Wide  
RACK MOUNTING ACCESSORIES  
Rack mount shelf for two units side by  
side  
1
When I  
press F1  
nothing  
happens.  
What is a  
purpose of  
this  
The F1 function is reserved for  
future use. It does not perform  
any functions at the present  
time.  
TM1276  
DA1298RM  
DA1299RM  
Rack mount kit for single unit.  
CONTROL CABLES  
function?  
2
3
What is the This LED is also reserved for  
LED next to future use. It is currently non-  
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  
RC5204CC  
RC5207CC  
the F1  
operational.  
button used  
for?  
CB4100MR  
CB4103MR  
CB4106MR  
CB4112MR  
CB4125MR  
CB4150MR  
CB4175MR  
CB41100MR  
CB41150MR  
When I  
You must press and hold the  
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.  
press the  
RESET  
button, the  
switcher  
does not  
respond.  
Why?  
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Can the  
The MX2216RM can be rack  
MX2216RM mounted as a single unit or  
be rack  
mounted?  
two 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 mounting two units  
(part# DA1298RM).  
CB4300MR  
CB4306MR  
CB4312MR  
CB4325MR  
CB4350MR  
CB4375MR  
CB43100MR  
CB43150MR  
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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 channel  
and Blue output channel).  
Since the MX2216RM is a  
relay switcher, it can be used  
as a contact closure control or  
to switch virtually any type of  
video signal.  
MX2216RM  
be used to  
pass  
Composite  
Video, S-  
Video or  
Component  
Video?  
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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Can the  
Yes, the MX2216RM uses a  
MX2216RM universal internal power  
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SWITCHERS  
Switcher be supply, enabling it to be used  
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE  
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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  
·
Please make sure, that input signal formats are  
the same for input (source) and output  
(display).  
outside of  
the United  
States?  
·
Please make sure that the input signal  
amplitude levels are as follows:  
·
·
·
RED, GREEN, and BLUE are less than 10 V.  
SYNC is less than 1.0 V and more than 0.3 V.  
several countries are available  
through Altinex.  
Please use the appropriate input voltage  
110 VAC or 220 VAC.  
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How do I  
control  
several  
You can not control multiple  
MX2216RM Switchers with  
one card at this time. The unit  
·
·
Please make sure that proper quality of cables  
is used. We recommended Altinex made cables  
for the best results.  
MX2216RM has ID codes and can be  
Switchers  
with one  
RS-232  
card in a  
control  
differentiated by the control  
system. Call Altinex if this  
requirement is important for  
your system.  
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.  
system?  
Can I use  
contact  
closure to  
control the  
·
·
·
If a problem exists with the MX2216RM please  
reset the unit by pressing the RESET key for  
more than 2 seconds.  
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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 the  
Make sure that not all channels (inputs) are  
OFF (i.e. RED LED is not ON next to the  
STAND BY key).  
MX2216RM RC5204CC cable is made by  
Switcher?  
Altinex on request.  
If you are using any control software or  
hardware to control the MX2216RM, then first  
verify operation of the unit using the MX Control  
software available from the Altinex web-site:  
www.altinex.com. Make sure that the cable is  
made according to manual, where RX pin of the  
MX2216RM is connected to TX pin of the  
computer.  
Can the  
MX2216RM  
Yes, in exactly the same way  
as described in this manual  
Switcher be when the MX2216RM is  
looped with  
other  
slaved to another MX2216RM.  
MX2216RM  
Switchers?  
·
·
If you are controlling the unit by RS-232  
command, make sure there is minimum delay  
of 100 milliseconds before sending a next  
command.  
If you have multiple MX2216RM Switchers  
connected in Master-Slave mode or Loop-  
Control mode, please make sure to have a  
connection of RS-232 port 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:  
714-990-2300  
714-990-3303  
Fax:  
Accounting Department  
Phone:  
Fax:  
714-990-6088  
714-990-5778  
11.2 RETURN POLICY  
It is very important to Altinex that you receive the  
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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