Page 2 - SWITCHERS; TABLE OF CONTENTS; DESCRIPTION OF
SWITCHERS 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page PRECAUTIONS / SAFETY WARNINGS ................ 2 GENERAL ........................................................... 2RACK MOUNT SAFETY GUIDELINES ............... 2INSTALLATION ................................................... 2CLEANING .............................
Page 3 - PRECAUTIONS / SAFETY WARNINGS
SWITCHERS 2 PRECAUTIONS / SAFETY WARNINGS 1 Please read this manual carefully before using your MX4206RM Switcher. Keep this manual handy for future reference. These safety instructions are toensure the long life of your MX2406RM and to prevent fire and shock hazard. Please read themcarefully and he...
Page 4 - ABOUT YOUR SWITCHER
SWITCHERS 3 ABOUT YOUR SWITCHER 2 The MX2406RM is a 6-in 1-out relay switcher designed to allow the non-simultaneous connectionof up to six computer video sources to a singlemonitor or projector. The MX2406RM is controllable using its built-in front panel, throughRS-232, or through contact closures....
Page 6 - The front panel of the; AUTO SWITCH MODE BUTTON
SWITCHERS 5 The front panel of the MX2406RM 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 - APPLICATION DIAGRAM
SWITCHERS 6 beeping sound. If the unit is turned off and turnedback on, the LED of the selected channel shouldlight. 4.7 ANALOG OUTPUT The analog output of the MX2406RM can be used for controlling several switchers simultaneously.The analog amplifier drives analog output pin 9 ona 9-pin “D” connecto...
Page 8 - INSTALLING YOUR SWITCHER; If you experience any problems, please
SWITCHERS 7 INSTALLING YOUR SWITCHER 6 Step 1 . Make sure that the power input is set to the proper AC voltage in your country. Anincorrect setting can result in unit damagenot covered by warranty. Step 2. Connect the power cord to the unit andplug it into the power outlet. Step 3. Connect the cable...
Page 9 - nn
SWITCHERS 8 IBM PIN No. MX2406RM PIN No. 2 2 3 3 5 5 Connection IBM-PC 9-pin D to MX2406RM 9-pin D Note: 4, 6, 8 shorted together in IBM side only. Port setting preferences for the control system orcomputer being used to control the switcher shouldbe set as follows: BAUD RATE (Bits per second) 2400 ...
Page 11 - MANUAL LOOP CONTROL
SWITCHERS 10 accommodate this need. The pin-outs for thisadapter are as follows: 9 pin “D” Male Description 9 pin “D” Female Input 7 1.2K 1 1 7 3.3K 2 2 7 6.8K 3 3 7 12K 4 4 7 22K 5 5 7 51K 6 6 7 0 short 7 NONE 5 Ground 9 The following voltages apply for selecting therequired channel: Input number m...
Page 12 - ACCESSORIES; RACK MOUNTING ACCESSORIES
SWITCHERS 11 Input 7 through Input 11 [OUT02] This will setup each switcher as a different outputnumber. To control the switchers use followingcommands (connect the transmit line from thecontrol system to the receive line on bothswitchers): [I01O01] Select input number 1 [I02O01] Select input number...
Page 13 - FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
SWITCHERS 12 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 9 No Question Answer 1 When Ipress F1nothinghappens.What is apurpose ofthisfunction? The F1 function is reserved forfuture use. It does not performany functions at the presenttime. 2 What is theLED next tothe F1button usedfor? This LED is also reserved forfutu...
Page 14 - ALTINEX POLICY; LIMITED WARRANTY
SWITCHERS 13 • Please make sure that the proper quality of cables is used. We recommended ALTINEXmade cables for the best results. • If a problem shows up after continuous usage at higher voltage, higher temperature, higherhumidity, or at other extreme environmentalconditions, please correct the pro...