Page 2 - SWITCHERS; INTRODUCTION; Thank you for purchasing the; TABLE OF CONTENTS; DESCRIPTION OF
SWITCHERS 1 INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the MX2214RM Switcher. We are sure you will find it a reliable and usefulproduct. Superior performance for the right price backed bysolid technical and customer support is what wehave to offer. The product you are holding in your hands isdesigned usi...
Page 3 - PRECAUTIONS / SAFETY WARNINGS
SWITCHERS 2 PRECAUTIONS / SAFETY WARNINGS 1 Please read this manual carefully before using your MX2214RM S witcher. Keep this manual handy for future reference. These safety instructions are toensure the long life of your MX2214RM and to prevent fire and shock hazard. Please read themcarefully and h...
Page 4 - ABOUT YOUR SWITCHER
SWITCHERS 3 • Any changes or modifications to the unit not expressly approved by Altinex, Inc. could voidthe user’s authority to operate the equipment. ABOUT YOUR SWITCHER 2 The MX2214RM is a 4-in, 1-out high resolution RGBS relay switcher designed to allow theconnection of as many as four computer ...
Page 5 - Coupling; DC; Power; External Power Adapter; Power Consumption
SWITCHERS 4 Cross-talk -48dB @ 10 MHz Coupling DC Power External Power Adapter 90-140V/200-240V Power Consumption 10 watts max. Table 3. MX2214RM Electrical DESCRIPTION OF MX2214RM 4
Page 6 - AUTO SWITCH MODE BUTTON
SWITCHERS 5 The front panel of the MX2214RM provides access to essentially all of the switcher’s capabilities. Inaddition to standard switching functions, the unit hascontrol and switching functions that could be veryuseful in a variety of special applications. 4.1 SELECT INPUT When buttons 1 throug...
Page 7 - In addition to forward connection, the; APPLICATION DIAGRAM; . Make sure that the power input is set to; If you experience any problems, please call
SWITCHERS 6 In addition to forward connection, the MX2214RM can be hooked up in reverse direction. In thisconfiguration one video source is selectively sent toeach of the video monitors. This capability isreferred to as bi-directional switching. In thisconfiguration only one display device can beope...
Page 8 - OPERATION
SWITCHERS 7 OPERATION 7 7.1 RS-232 CONTROL The MX2214RM Switcher uses a Female 9-pin HD connector on its rear panel that allows access to avariety of control capabilities. PIN No. PIN Designation 1 No connection 2 RS-232 Transmit 3 RS-232 Receive 4 No connection 5 Ground 6 Multiple Switcher LoopCont...
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SWITCHERS 8 The feedback codes are as follows: Key pressed Description Feedback Code 1 Input Select [INP1] 2 Input Select [INP2] 3 Input Select [INP3] 4 Input Select [INP4] STAND BY All Outputs OFF [INP0] RESET Reset [RSET][INPx] The following commands are added to thestandard set of commands in ord...
Page 10 - Figure 3
SWITCHERS 9 values connected to ground any channel can beselected. Although the channel selection by therelay contact is latching and will maintain the lastrelay-selected channel, it is recommended thatmomentary contact closures are not used. Typicalresistor values and wires connections are shownbel...
Page 11 - Figure 5; ACCESSORIES; RACK MOUNTING ACCESSORIES
SWITCHERS 10 Figure 5 If you want to make a 7 by 1 switcher using two 4by 1 switchers, the following commands should beused to control these switchers: Input 1 through Input 4 [OUT01] Input 5 through Input 7 [OUT02] This will setup each switcher as a different outputnumber. To control the switchers ...
Page 12 - FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
SWITCHERS 11 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 9 No: Question Answer 1 When Ipress F1nothinghappens.What is thepurpose ofthisfunction? The F1 function is reservedfor future use. It does notperform any functions at thepresent time. 2 What is theLED next tothe F1button usedfor? This LED is also reserved forf...
Page 13 - ALTINEX POLICY; LIMITED WARRANTY
SWITCHERS 12 • Please make sure that proper quality of cables is used. We recommended Altinex made cablesfor the best results. • If the problem shows up after continuous usage at higher voltage, higher temperature, higherhumidity, or at other extreme environmentalconditions, please correct the probl...