Crestron electronic DM-MD8X8 - Manual (Page 3)

Crestron DM-MD8X8 8x8 DigitalMedia™ Switcher
Contents
8x8 DigitalMedia™ Switcher: DM-MD8X8 1
Introduction ............................................................................................................................... 1
Features and Functions ................................................................................................ 1
Applications................................................................................................................. 5
Internal Block Diagram ............................................................................................... 6
Specifications .............................................................................................................. 6
Physical Description.................................................................................................. 10
Industry Compliance ................................................................................................. 15
Setup ........................................................................................................................................ 16
DigitalMedia Wiring ................................................................................................. 16
HDCP Signal Path ..................................................................................................... 19
Ethernet Setup ........................................................................................................... 20
Identity Code ............................................................................................................. 21
Installation ................................................................................................................. 21
Hardware Hookup ..................................................................................................... 23
Configuration........................................................................................................................... 26
Inputs......................................................................................................................... 27
Outputs ...................................................................................................................... 28
Network ..................................................................................................................... 29
Control....................................................................................................................... 34
Message Log.............................................................................................................. 38
Commission System .................................................................................................. 39
Programming Software ............................................................................................................ 47
Earliest Version Software Requirements for the PC ................................................. 47
Programming with SIMPL Windows ........................................................................ 47
Example Program ...................................................................................................... 49
Uploading and Upgrading........................................................................................................ 50
Establishing Communication..................................................................................... 50
Programs and Firmware ............................................................................................ 51
Program Checks ........................................................................................................ 51
Operation ................................................................................................................................. 53
Operating Modes ....................................................................................................... 53
Route Mode ............................................................................................................... 53
View Mode................................................................................................................. 54
Info Mode .................................................................................................................. 55
Problem Solving ...................................................................................................................... 56
Troubleshooting......................................................................................................... 56
Check Network Wiring.............................................................................................. 56
Reference Documents................................................................................................ 57
Further Inquiries ........................................................................................................ 58
Future Updates .......................................................................................................... 58
Appendix A: Hardware Hookup for DM Cards...................................................................... 59
Input Cards ................................................................................................................ 59
Output Cards.............................................................................................................. 64
Appendix B: Input Card Configuration .................................................................................. 65
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