Extron electronics CrossPoint 88 User's Guide

User GuideCrossPoint 450 Plus Series CrossPoint Ultra Series MAV Plus SeriesMatrix SwitchersMatrix Switchers68-521-20 Rev. D01 14

The matrix switchers are housed in rack-mountable, metal enclosures with 19” rack ears. The amount of vertical rack space required for each switcher i

Using the Command and Response TablesThe command and response tables begin on the next page. Command and response examples are shown throughout the ta

X1@ = Video/audio mute: 0 = no mutes 2 = audio mute 1 = video mute 3 = video and audio muteX1# = Sync frequency xxx.xx (frequency in Hz [V] or k

Command and Response Table for SIS Commands (continued)Command FunctionSIS Command (Host to Unit)Response (Unit to Host)Additional descriptionRead tie

Command and Response Table for SIS Commands (continued)Command FunctionSIS Command (Host to Unit)Response (Unit to Host)Additional descriptionAudio ou

Command and Response Table for SIS Commands (continued)Command FunctionSIS Command (Host to Unit)Response (Unit to Host)Additional descriptionAudio mu

Command and Response Table for SIS Commands (continued)Command FunctionSIS Command (Host to Unit)Response (Unit to Host)Additional descriptionDirect w

Command and Response Table for SIS Commands (continued)Command FunctionSIS Command (Host to Unit)Response (Unit to Host)Additional descriptionView tie

Command and Response Table for SIS Commands (continued)Command FunctionSIS Command (Host to Unit)Response (Unit to Host)Additional descriptionView tie

Command and Response Table for SIS Commands (continued)Command FunctionSIS Command (Host to Unit)Response (Unit to Host)Additional descriptionI/O Grou

Command and Response Table for SIS Commands (continued)Command FunctionSIS Command (Host to Unit)Response (Unit to Host)Additional descriptionNamesNOT

Each model has an internal 100 VAC to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, switching power supply that provides worldwide power compatibility. The CrossPoint 450 Plus 2

Command and Response Table for SIS Commands (continued)Command FunctionSIS Command (Host to Unit)Response (Unit to Host)Additional descriptionResetsRe

Command and Response Table for SIS Commands (continued)Command FunctionSIS Command (Host to Unit)Response (Unit to Host)Additional descriptionInformat

Command and Response Table for SIS Commands (continued)Command FunctionSIS Command (Host to Unit)Response (Unit to Host)Additional descriptionView and

Command and Response Table for IP- and Remote Port Specific SIS CommandsSymbol definitionsX3) = Matrix name (Up to 24 alphanumeric characters)NOTE:

X5# = Verbose mode 0 = clear/none (default for Telnet connection) 1 = verbose mode (default for RS-232/RS-422 connection) 2 = tagged responses for

Command and Response Table for IP- and Remote-Port-Specific SIS Commands (continued)Command FunctionSIS Command (Host to Unit)Response (Unit to Host)A

Matrix SoftwareThis section introduces the following software programs, which are available on the Extron website (www.extron.com):• Matrix Switchers

Software Operation via a Serial Port• The serial ports are independent of one another. A front panel Configuration port connection and a rear panel R

4. Enter the requested personal information;TIP: Click Remember Me to eliminate step 4 in future downloads.5. Click Download to copy the software or

Click OK and proceed to step 4. The Extron Matrix Switchers Control Program window (see figure 64 and figure 65 on the next page) appears, displaying

CrossPoint 450 Plus SwitchersThere are four CrossPoint 450 Plus series matrix sizes available, each in an HVA (RGBHV video and audio) and HV (RGBHV vi

Figure 64. Extron Matrix Switchers Control Program Window (no Icons or Ties) Figure 65. Sample Program Window (Icons Assigned and Ties Created) Cro

IP Settings/Options windowThe IP Settings/Options window (click Tools > IP options, see figure 66) provides a location for viewing and, if connecte

Valid addresses consist of four 1-, 2-, or 3-digit numeric subfields, properly called octets, separated by dots (periods). Each octet can be numbered

If desired, adjust any of these values as follows:1. Click in the desired field. The field changes to an editable field appropriate to the value bein

Edit either password field as follows:1. Click in the desired Password field. The pointer tool becomes a text cursor.2. Edit the case-sensitive pass

The radio buttons and check boxes associated with each address field permit the administrator to specify specific e-mail requirements for each recipie

6454Folder wherefirmware isinstalledFigure 68. Downloading Firmware Upgrade Files5. Connect a Windows-based computer to either the Remote RS-232/RS

7. Click Tools > Update firmware... .• If the switcher is connected via the LAN port, the select file window appears (see figure 69 and “Ethernet

Serial-port-connected firmware upload 1Figure 70. Extron Firmware Loader Window1. Select the matrix switcher and click File > New Firmware for Se

Uploading HTML FilesYou can create customized HTML pages for the switcher to display. The HTML Files List window (see figure 73) provides a way to vie

• MAV 1616 Plus (16 inputs by 16 outputs)• HDA • HD• SVA • SV• AV • V • A• MAV 248 Plus (24 inputs by 8 outputs)• A• MAV 2412 Plus (24

Windows Buttons, Drop Boxes, and Trash CanThe buttons, drop boxes, and trash can on the right side of the Matrix Switchers Control Program window perf

Tools menu Assign device icons — Displays the complete set of input and output device icons. You can drag any of these icons to the input and output b

Name presets — Allows you to assign a name to each of the 32 memory presets.NOTES:• Preset names are limited to 12 upper- and lower-case alphanumeric

Frequency read options (CrossPoint only) — Allows you to set the input signal detection (DSVP) feature as follows:• To never sample and display the s

3. Choose an emulation file to open, and click OK. The file DEMO.MTX provides a sample of a completed matrix setup. Selecting the file NEW.INI or cli

Button-Label Generator ProgramThe Button Label Generator software creates labels that you can place in the translucent covers of the input and output

Using the Button-Label Generator Software1. To run the Button-Label Generator program, click Start > Programs > Extron Electronics > Button

HTML OperationThe CrossPoint or MAV Plus Matrix Switcher can be remotely controlled via:• SIS commands (see Programming Guide, beginning on page 89)•

Download the Startup PageAccess the switcher using HTML pages as follows:1. Start the Web browser program.2. Click in the browser Address field.3.

Status TabSystem Status PageThe System Status page (see figure 82) provides an overall view of the status of the matrix switcher, including individual

DefinitionsThe following terms, which apply to Extron matrix switchers, are used throughout this guide:Tie — An input-to-output connection.Set of ties

DSVP Page (CrossPoint Switchers)The DSVP page (see figure 83) displays a snapshot-in-time of the input frequencies of connected inputs. Access the DSV

On password-protected connections, there are two levels of protection: administrator and user. Administrators have full access to all switching capabi

MAC Address fieldThe Media Access Control (MAC) Address is hardcoded in the switcher and cannot be changed.Firmware fieldThe Firmware field identifies

5. If appropriate, select the appropriate Daylight Savings radio button to turn on the daylight savings time feature for your region or nation.NOTE:

Email Settings PageReach the Email Settings page (see figure 87) by clicking the Email Settings link on the left of the System Settings, Passwords, or

3. Enter a user name and a password in the User Name and Password fields. For the CrossPoint or MAV Plus to accept their e-mail messages, senders mus

Firmware Upgrade PageThe Firmware Upgrade page (see figure 88) provides another way to replace the firmware that is coded on the control board of the

5. Click the Firmware Upgrade link.6. Click the Browse button. A Choose File to Upload dialog box appears.7. Navigate to the folder where you saved

To delete a file, click the Delete button associated with that file.Upload your own files as follows:NOTE: The HTML language reserves certain charact

The page displays the input and output buttons for inputs and outputs on installed boards only.Select and switch an input as follows:1. Click the Vid

Audio output volume (audio models) — The audio volume of each output can be displayed and adjusted through a range of full output to completely silent

Change the input gain and attenuation (audio models)Users can set the level of audio gain or attenuation of each input (-18 dB to +24 dB) from the RGB

Mute and unmute one or all outputsMute one or all outputs as follows:1. To select an individual output to mute or unmute, click the Output drop box.

4. Click the RGB delay Drop box. A drop down scroll box appears (see figure 97).Figure 97. RGB Delay Drop Box5. Click the desired RGB delay.Change

Table 7. Audio Volume Adjustment Settings41 40 38.5% 40% Number of steps dB of attenuation Output volume 63 61 62 60 59 57 58 56 55 53 54 52 51 49 50

Global Presets PageYou can save and recall global presets from the Global Presets page (see figure 100). Access the Global presets page by clicking th

Ethernet ConnectionThis section provides a high level discussion of the Ethernet connection to the switcher and a primer on the subject of subnetting.

Pinging to Determine the Extron IP AddressThe ping utility is available at the Command prompt. Ping tests the Ethernet interface between the computer

Configuring the CrossPoint or MAV Plus Switcher for Network Use via the ARP CommandThe ARP (address resolution protocol) command tells your computer t

6. After verifying that the IP address change was successful, enter and issue the arp –d command at the Command prompt. For example:arp –d 10.13.197.

2. If necessary, at the password prompt, type the appropriate password and then press <Enter>.Connection to the switcher via the Ethernet can b

Switching flexibility — Provides individually buffered, independent matrix switched outputs with audio follow and audio breakaway for audio models.•

QuitExit the Telnet utility by typing quit and then pressing <Enter> at the Telnet prompt. If you are connected to the CrossPoint or MAV Plus sw

Subnet Masks and OctetsThe subnet mask (see figure 106) is used to determine whether the analog and remote devices are on the same subnet or different

Reference InformationThis section provides reference information for the CrossPoint or MAV Plus matrix switchers, including:• Mounting the Switcher•

UL GuidelinesThe following Underwriters Laboratories (UL) guidelines pertain to the installation of the matrix switcher into a rack.• Elevated operat

Removing and Installing Button LabelsMaking Labels from Paper TemplatesFigure 110 on page 159 provides strips of blank button labels. If desired, copy

Figure 110. Button Label Blanks CrossPoint and MAV Series Matrix Switchers • Reference Information 159

Extron WarrantyExtron Electronics warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three years from the date of purc

Three front panel security lockout modes (Executive modes) — If a matrix switcher is installed in an open area, where operation by unauthorized person

InstallationThis sections details the installation and configuration of the CrossPoint Matrix Switchers and MAV Plus Matrix Switchers, including:• Se

Rear Panel ViewsAll connectors for all switchers are on the rear panel. Figure 4 through figure 14, on the following pages, show a representative samp

Safety InstructionsSafety Instructions • EnglishWARNING: This symbol, , when used on the product, is intended to alert the user of the presence of u

CrossPoint 450 Plus SwitchersFigure 4 shows the CrossPoint 450 Plus 3232 HVA RGB video and stereo audio matrix switcher.NOTE: The CrossPoint 450 Plus

CrossPoint Ultra SwitchersFigure 5 shows the CrossPoint Ultra 1616 HVA RGB video and stereo audio matrix switcher.NOTE: The CrossPoint Ultra 168 is h

MAV Plus SwitchersFigure 7 shows the MAV Plus 3232 SVA S-video and stereo audio switcher.NOTE: The MAV Plus 2412, 2424, and 3216 are housed in the sa

Figure 9 shows a MAV Plus 1616 HDA component/HDTV video and stereo audio switcher.NOTE: The rear panel of the MAV Plus 816 and 168 models have the sa

Figure 11 shows a MAV Plus 128 AV RCA composite video and stereo audio (with inputs and outputs on RCA connectors) matrix switcher.INPUTSOUTPUTS11LR22

Figure 14 shows a MAV Plus 248 A audio matrix switcher (audio only).NOTE: The MAV Plus 328 is housed in the same 3U enclosure, but has more input con

1RGBHV1 2 2 2 2 2 1 1 1 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 RED CrossPoint 450 Plus 2412, 2424, 3216, 3232 CrossPoint Ultra816, 168, 1212, 1616

Video (MAV Plus switchers)NOTES:• Video input and output connections are made with female BNC connectors. Some video input and output devices do not

7 Y INPUTS 8 1 2 7 C INPUTS 8 1 2 MAV Plus816, 168, 1212, 1616 SVA and SVS-video1 MAV Plus 88, 128, 1212SVA and SVS-videoY C MAV Plus 2412, 2424, 321

Sync Termination Switches (CrossPoint)c Sync termination switches — The RGB (CrossPoint) matrix switchers have input Sync termination switches on the

FCC Class A NoticeThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part15 of the FCC rule

Audio Input and Output (Audio Models)By default, the audio ties follow the video ties. Audio breakaway ties select from any one of the audio input sou

e Connections for balanced and unbalanced audio outputs — These 3.5 mm, 5-pole captive screw connectors output the selected unamplified, line level a

RS-232/RS-422h Remote RS-232/RS-422 connector — Connect a host device, such as a computer, touch panel control, or RS-232 capable PDA to the switcher

Etherneti Ethernet port — If desired, for IP control of the system, connect the matrix switcher to a PC or to an Ethernet LAN, via this RJ-45 connect

Reset Buttonj Reset button — The Reset button initiates various levels of reset to the RESETLAN matrix switcher. Press and hold the button while the

Figure 26 shows another configuration, in which the timing source passes through three video cameras and a video scan converter before connecting to t

Front Panel Configuration Port (All Matrix Sizes up to 1616, and MAV Plus 248A and MAV Plus 328A Only)AUDIOVIDEOI/O CONTROL ENTERPRESETVIEWESCCONFIGUL

OperationThis section describes the front panel operation of the CrossPoint Matrix Switchers and MAV Plus Matrix Switchers, including:• Front Panel C

Table 1. Comparison of Front Panels of ModelsSwitcher modelPanel32 x 3212 x 8 FigureCrossPoint Ultra84, 88, 124, 128MAV Plus88, 128CrossPoint UltraMA

C O N T R O L I / O 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 1 2 3 4 5

Conventions Used in this GuideNotificationsThe following notifications are used:WARNING: A warning indicates a situation that has the potential to re

Input and Output ButtonsNOTES:• Input and output buttons cannot select an input number or output number that is higher than your matrix size supports

a Input buttons — The input buttons have one primary function (❏) and six secondary functions (•):❏ Select and identify an input for ties or for aud

Control ButtonsNOTE: See Front Panel Operations, beginning on page 40 for detailed descriptions of the following operations.Primary functionsAction Sa

d Preset button — The Preset button has two primary functions (❏) and three secondary functions (•):❏ Activates Save Preset mode to save a configurat

I/O ControlsNOTE: See Front Panel Operations, beginning on page 40 for detailed descriptions of the following operations.Primary functionsAction Selec

h Audio button — The Audio button has one primary function (❏) and six secondary functions (•):❏ Selects and deselects audio for a configuration that

Front Panel OperationsThe following sections detail the power-up process and then provide sample procedures for the following actions:• Creating ties

PowerApply power by connecting the power cord between the switcher and an AC source. The switcher performs a self-test that flashes the front panel bu

Creating a ConfigurationThe current configuration can be changed using the front panel buttons. Change the current configuration as follows:1. Press

Example 1: Create a set of video and audio tiesIn the following example, input 5 is tied to outputs 3, 4, and 8. The steps show the front panel indica

ContentsIntroduction ... 1About this Guide ... 1About the Crosspoin

The current configuration (see figure 33) is now input 5 video and audio are tied to output 3, output 4, and output 8Figure 33. Final Configuration,

C O N T R O LPRESETENTERESCVIEW1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 15 1617 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 31 32OUTPUTSPress and release the Output 1 button.The button blinks green

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1617 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 32INPUTS1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1617 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 32OUTPUTSThe Output 1 button does not light to indicate th

The current configuration (see figure 35) is now:• Video — Input 5 video is tied to output 1, output 3, output 4, and output 8.• Audio — Input 5 aud

4. Select the desired input or output whose ties you wish to view by pressing the input or output button.NOTES:• When you enter View-only mode, the

4. Select an input: Press and release the input 5 button.1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1617 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 32INPUTS1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1617 18 19 20 21 22 23 24

6. Toggle audio off and video on: Press and release the RGBHV (CrossPoint switchers) or Video (MAV Plus switchers) button and the Audio button.1 2 3

I/O GroupingI/O grouping is a matrix switcher feature that allows you to subdivide the front panel controls of the matrix into four smaller functional

1. Press the Esc button to clear any input buttons, output buttons, or control buttons that may be lit.2. To enter I/O Group mode, press and hold th

Example 5: Grouping inputs and outputsIn the following example, several switcher inputs and outputs are assigned to groups. The steps show the front p

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5. Select group 2: Press and release the Preset button.C O N T R O LPRESETENTERESCVIEW1324Press and release the Preset button to select group 2.The b

Setting RGB Delay (CrossPoint Switchers)The CrossPoint 450 Plus and CrossPoint Ultra switchers can briefly blank the RGB (video) output while it switc

3. Select an output: Press and release the Output 17 button.1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 15 1617 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 31 321 2 5 1617 18 11 32INPUTSOUTPUTSPress a

Using PresetsThe current configuration (configuration 0) can be saved as a preset in any one of 32 preset memory addresses. All 32 presets are assigne

Example 7: Saving a presetIn the following an example, the current configuration is saved as a preset. The example shows the front panel indications t

Example 8: Recalling a presetIn the following example, a preset is recalled to become the current configuration. The steps show the front panel indica

Muting and Unmuting Video and Audio OutputsIndividual outputs can be muted or unmuted as follows:NOTE: Output mutes are protected when front panel Lo

Example 9: Muting and unmuting an audio outputIn the following example, several switcher outputs are muted and unmuted. The steps show the front panel

4. Mute outputs: One at a time:a. Press and hold the Output 3 button for approximately 2 seconds until the button begins to blink.b. Press and hold

Viewing and Adjusting the Input Audio Level (Audio Models)On models with audio, the level of each analog audio input can be displayed and adjusted thr

Introduction• About this Guide• About the CrossPoint and MAV Matrix Switchers• Definitions• FeaturesAbout this GuideThis guide contains installati

5. Press and release the Audio button to exit the Audio mode. The Audio button stops blinking.NOTES:• Pressing the Enter or Preset button also exits

dB98101214161820227654321017151311242321191121 3 4 56127 8 910= Unlit button = Lit button = Blinking button1123 4 5 6 7 8 910121123 4 5 6 7 8 91012113

Example 10: Viewing and adjusting an input audio levelBecause of the different gain and attenuation display schemes, the input audio levels that resul

Figure 41 shows the same level (+8 dB) as in figure 39, but displayed on an 8-output-button switcher, such as a MAV Plus 84 HDA.123 45678OUTPUTSIn thi

5. Exit Audio mode: Press and release the Audio button.I / ORGBHV AUDIOThe Audio button stops blinking and lights.Press the Audio button to exit audi

Reading the displayed volumeNOTE: This section is a detailed look at reading the output volume display on the front panel. If you do not need to read

Table 4. Audio Volume Display5Highest # input button lit32-inputswitcherdB ofattenuationOutputvolume760%None16-inputswitcherNone12-inputswitcherNoneH

Another way to view the volume level is to think in terms of the attenuation that is applied to the output. Attenuation reduction is indicated by the

Example 11: Viewing and adjusting a analog output volume levelIn the following example, the audio output volume is viewed and adjusted. The steps show

Figure 47 shows the same volume (41.5%) as in figure 45, but displayed on a 12-input-button switcher, such as a CrossPoint Ultra 128 HVA.INPUTS123 456

VID50/60 Hz1234Y/VIDB-YH/HVR/R-YVG/YB/B-YRS-232LANRESETACTLINKRGB/R-Y,Y,B-YYCSDIR-Y/CRGB/R-Y,Y,B-Y/YC/VID100-240V .3AINPUTOUTPUTINPUTOUTPUTLAN A

Figure 49 shows the same volume (61%) as in figure 48, but displayed on a 16-input-button switcher, such as a CrossPoint Ultra 168 HVA.INPUTS11 1621 3

Setting the Front Panel Locks (Executive Modes)The matrix switchers have three levels of front panel security lock that limit the operation of the swi

Selecting Lock mode 2 or toggling between mode 2 and mode 1NOTE: If the switcher is in Lock mode 0 or mode 1, this procedure selects mode 2. If the

Background IlluminationThe buttons on the front panel can be set to provide amber background illumination at all times or the background illumination

3. Change a value: Press and release the button that relates to the desired value.C O N T R O L PRESET ENTER I / O RGBHV AUDIO ESC VIEW Press

See table 5 for a summary of the modes.ATTENTION: Review the reset modes carefully. Using the wrong reset mode may result in unintended loss of flash

Performing Soft System Resets (Resets 3, 4, and 5) — CrossPoint Ultra and MAV Plus 88, 128, 816, 164, 168, 1212, 1616, 248, and 328 Matrix SizesPerfor

Performing Soft Resets — CrossPoint 450 Plus and MAV Plus 2412, 2424, 3216, and 3232 Matrix SizesThe whole switcher reset function is identical to the

Performing a Hard Reset — All ModelsThe hard reset function (mode 1 for the sake of comparison with an Extron IPL product) restores the switcher to th

Optimizing the Audio (Audio Models)The level for each analog audio input can be adjusted within a range of -18 dB to +24 dB, so there are no noticeabl

MAV Plus series switchers offer multiple models of all matrix sizes, with one, two, or three (MAV Plus 1616 and smaller) video planes, to support diff

Configuration WorksheetsRather than trying to remember the configuration for each preset, use worksheets to record this information. Make copies of th

Worksheet Example 2: Daily ConfigurationFigure 59 continues from worksheet example 1 by showing the video and audio ties that make up the configuratio

Worksheet Example 3: Test ConfigurationThe A/V system in our fictional organization needs to be fine tuned on a regular basis. Figure 60 shows a typic

1 2 345678 91011121314151626 27 28 29 30 31 32Input sourcesOutput destinations Preset # Title: Video: Audio:Fill in the preset number and use color

16-button switchers configuration worksheet1 234567812345678910111112 13 14 15 1610 12 13 14 15 169Input sourcesOutput destinations Preset # Title:

Programming GuideThe CrossPoint and MAV Plus matrix switchers can be remotely controlled via:• The Matrix Switchers Control Program (see the Matrix S

Serial PortsThe switchers have two serial ports that can be connected to a host device such as a computer running the HyperTerminal utility, an RS-232

Default IP addressesTo access the CrossPoint or MAV Plus switcher via the LAN port, you need the IP address for the unit, and may need the subnet mask

Using Verbose ModeTelnet connections to an CrossPoint or MAV Plus switcher can be used to monitor for changes that occur on the switcher, such as fron

Sprnn]The switcher initiates the Spr message when a memory preset has been saved from the front panel. “nn” is the preset number.Rprnn]The switcher in