Altinex MX2414RM - Manual (Page 4)

SWITCHERS
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ABOUT YOUR SWITCHER 2
The MX2416RM is a 6-in 1-out relay switcher
designed to allow the non-simultaneous connection
of up to six PC or six MAC computer video sources
to a single monitor or projector. The MX2416RM is
controllable using its built-in front panel, through
RS-232, or through contact closures. Contact
closure control requires the use of an optional
adapter, part # RC5204CC.
The MX2416RM offers both 15-pin HD type
connectors and 15-pin D type connectors. If used
to switch VGA (VGA/SVGA/XGA) video signals, the
15-pin HD connectors should be used; if used to
switch MAC type video signals, the 15-pin D
connectors should be used.
The MX2416RM uses relays internally and
therefore may be used to switch other signal types
as well, including RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB,
Component Video (Y, R-Y, B-Y), S-Video (Y/C),
Composite Video, Audio, and even RS-232,
assuming the appropriate adapter cable is used.
Since the MX2416RM uses relays internally, it 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.
The MX2416RM 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 MX2416RM
units are looped together to create a larger
switcher, two pins on the 9-pin control ports can be
connected to make the switcher respond as a
single unit. Using a similar method, multiple
MX2416RM units can be made to operate in a
Master-Slave mode, with all units responding to a
single button selection.
Although very affordable as a stand-alone VGA or
MAC Switcher, the MX2416RM’s dual connector
compatibility makes it ideal for rental applications
or for other types of multifunction use.
Using optional hardware, a single MX2416RM can
be rack-mounted by itself or two units can be rack-
mounted side-by-side.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 3
FEATURES/
DESCRIPTION
MX2416RM/ MX2414RM
GENERAL
Inputs
6/(4 for MX2414RM)
VGA Input Connector Six 15-pin HD Female
MAC Input Connector Six 15-pin D Female
Outputs 1
VGA Output Connectors 15-pin HD Female
MAC Output Connectors 15-pin D Female
Compatibility VGA/SVGA/XGA/UXGA/
MAC, RGBHV, RGBS,
RGsB, Component Video (Y,
R-Y, B-Y), S-Video (Y/C),
Composite Video,
Table 1. MX2416RM/MX2414RM General
MECHANICAL MX2416RM /MX2414RM
Material 0.1” Al
Finish Gray
Top Panel Lexan
Height (inches) 3.38in (86mm)
Width (inches) 8.50in (216mm)
Depth (inches) 4.38in (111mm)
Weight (pounds) 3.0lbs (1.36kg)
Ship Weight (pounds) 4.0lbs (1.82kg)
T
°
Operating 10
°
C-35
°
C
T
°
Maximum 50
°
C
Humidity 90
%
non-condensing
MTBF (calculations) 40,000 hrs
Table 2. MX2416RM/MX2414RM Mechanical
ELECTRICAL MX2416RM/ MX2414RM
Input Video Signal
Analog Signal
+/-10V p-p max
Impedance 75 Ohms
Input Sync Signal
Composite Sync
TTL(+/-),Analog 0.3-1.0V
Sync on Green -0.3V
Impedance pass-through
Output Video Signals
Analog Signal
+/-10V p-p max
Fall/Rise Time (ns) 1.9
Impedance 75 Ohms (pass-through)
Output Sync Signal
Composite Sync
TTL(+/-), Analog 0.3-1.0V
(not buffered)