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User GuideMLS 608 D SERIESAV SWITCHERSAV Switchers with ProDSP™(with the MTP/HDMI U R receiver)68-1893-01 Rev. A12 11MTP/HDMI U RMLS 608 D SA

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WarrantyContact InformationExtron WarrantyExtron Electronics warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three

InstallationThis section contains installation information for an MLS 608 D Series device and covers the following subjects: z UL/Safety Requirements

Mounting the MLS 608 D Series SwitchersIf the device is to be rack mounted, it may be easier to do so before cabling it, depending on the ease of acce

Rear Panel ConnectionsThis section describes the rear panel features and how to connect the cables to the MLS 608 D and to the MTP/HDMI U R as applic

Power, Analog, and Digital Connectionsa Power input — Connect the standard IEC power cord from a 100 to 240 VAC, 50 Hz or 60 Hz power source into thi

c Buffered output — This buffered analog output is tied only to input 1 and is a direct pass-through from any video signal, such as composite, S-vide

MLS 608 D Analog Signal Transmission Distance Table for Inputs and Outputs, in Feet and (Meters)NOTE: • The maximum transmission distances are determ

f Analog MTP output (audio and video) — This output transmits signals from an active analog input over CAT 5 cable to the MTP/HDMI U R receiver. It i

4. Loosely place the included tie wrap around the HDMI connector and LockIt lacing bracket.5. While holding the connector securely against the lacin

NOTES: • Transmission distance varies greatly depending on the signal resolution, and the type of cable, graphics card and display used in the syst

PrecautionsThis symbol is intended to alert the user of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature provided with t

Audio and RS-232 ConnectionsNOTES: When wiring the connectors for the ports listed below: • DO NOT tin the wires. • Bare the wires to a maximum leng

£ Power amplifier output (MLS 608 D SA) — This model has a 2x20 watt stereo power amplifier Connect a suitable audio device for 2-channel stereo, 20 wa

n RS-232 Insert — This port is used to connect an optional control device (such as an MLC 226 IP or IP Link controller) to this port for bi-direction

MTP/HDMI U R ConnectionsThe full MLS 608 D system comes with an MTP/HDMI U R receiver. To work with any of the MLS 608 D units, connect the receiver a

RS-232 control (digital side) — Connect a serial communications port on a display device to the 3.5 mm, 3-pole captive screw connector  (labeled RS-2

Power Save ModePower Save mode is a feature on the MLS 608 D that will help conserve energy and reduce costs by placing the unit into a standby state.

OperationThis section of the manual discusses the operation of an MLS 608 D device, and is divided into four sections: z Front Panel Features and Oper

Mode 5 — Reset the MLS 608 D to factory default (except firmware). To reset the device to factory defaults (with the exception of the firmware), press a

Use this volume adjustment knob to set or adjust the program output volume (attenuation, from -100 dB to 0 dB) as desired. The LEDs indicate the over

EDID Resolution/Refresh Rate Combination with SIS Variables (where X2! = 1 through 64)*Digital Signal Analog SignalResolution Refresh Rate (Hz) SIS va

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

Automatic EDID Mode (digital output only)In this mode, if no displays are connected, the default EDID (720p @ 60 Hz, with 2-channel PCM audio suppor

User Loaded EDID – DigitalThe EDID of a display connected to the HDMI output of the MTP/HDMI U R receiver (see  on page 17) can be read and stored to

3. From the Configuration to export drop-down list, select the desired EDID conguration to export. This can include EDID information that is stored

Optimizing Audio — An OverviewAudio optimization is performed using the DSP Configurator application. The application provides audio level and DSP proc

DSP Signal ChainThe DSP signal chain is in a fixed order and each processor block inserts only one category of processor. However, the signal chain is

b Filter (FILT) — Up to three frequency lters can be inserted in any combination of High Pass, Low Pass, Bass & Treble lters, or Parametric Equa

f Filter (FILT) — Up to nine frequency lters can be inserted in any combination of high pass, low pass, tone (bass and treble shelving), or parametri

Building Blocks — An OverviewExtron building blocks are a quick conguration tool that can signicantly reduce device configuration time. A building bl

Line input building blocksExtron building blocks for line level devices set the gain level for the specic device and its operating line level. Bass a

The purpose of the speaker building blocks is to normalize the inherently non-linear response of a ceiling speaker array, as opposed to flattening the

Conventions Used in this GuideIn this user guide, the following are used:NOTE: A note draws attention to important information.TIP: A tip provides a

Modifying and adding a building blockBuilding blocks can be modied and saved to give you a customized set of tools that are unique to your needs. Any

Group Masters — An OverviewThere are 32 group masters that can each be configured to control up to 16 group members. For the MLS 608 D Series, there ar

Configuring GroupsFor an MLS 608 D Series device, five group masters are pre-configured and relate to program volume, mic volume, output bass, output tre

To delete a group:1. In the Congure Groups dialog box, select a group from the Select Group drop-down list and click Delete Current Group. The Confir

ToolsThe Tools menu in the Group Controls dialog box contains four options: z Clear All Groups — Clicking this option clears all group members and gro

To adjust the upper limit, press and hold the <Shift> key. z Hold <Shift> and press <Up arrow> or <Down arrow> to adjust the u

Optimizing Video — An OverviewAfter the input and output connections have been completed, both the MLS 608 D and the MTP/HDMI U R need to be congured

Setting the Skew on the MLS 608 DTo adjust output skew between the MLS 608 D and the receiver:1. Connect an oscilloscope (preferred) or a monitor (ac

Firmware UpgradesWithin the DSP Congurator software, the Firmware Loader option (click Tools > Firmware Loader) opens the Extron Firmware Loader a

4. Click Open. This closes the Choose Firmware File dialog box and returns you to the Firmware Loader main screen.5. Click Begin. This uploads the n

PRELIMINARYPRELIMINARYContentsIntroduction... 1MLS 608 D Series Description ...

DSP Congurator™As the MLS 608 D Series of switchers are ProDSP™-capable products, the Extron Digital SIgnal Processor (DSP) Configurator application c

2. If the disc does not start automatically, run LAUNCH.EXE from the disc.3. Follow the instructions that appear on the screen.By default, the insta

Figure 32. The Default Audio and Video I/O Workspace in Emulate ModeFor the MLS 608 D, the DSP Configurator has four workspaces: z Audio and Video I/O

Using the DSP Congurator SoftwareThe typical normal method of using DSP Configurator is to:1. Create a conguration and a set of presets in Emulate m

Workspace MenusNOTE: For detailed DSP Configurator instructions when the program is open, press <F1> or click on Help > Contents.File menuCli

View menuClick on this to open a drop-down box displaying six selectable options, including four workspaces: Audio & Video I/O, Audio I/O, Video

z Audio I/O — The Audio I/O workspace is used for viewing and configuring audio ties in breakaway mode. This workspace contains all audio, gain, trim,

z Console View — This is used to provide access to all gain points plus a meter bridge in a single view. This is useful for fine tuning gain structure

Tools menuClick on this menu to open a drop-down list: Presets, Protected Configuration, Configure EDID, Connect to Device, Issue RESET Command, Save

z Configure EDID — Selecting this option opens a window that allows adjustments to be made to the EDID settings for analog inputs 1 through 3 and digi

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z Issue RESET Command — Selecting this option allows the user to reset all the device settings, except the COM settings, to the factory default value

z Organizing Building Blocks — Selecting this option allows the organization of listed building blocks. A building block is a collection of processor

z Device Settings — Select this option to change the RS-232 port baud rate and set the current Executive mode (front panel lockout). This is availabl

MTP Video SettingsRGB DelayDuring switching, the MTP video output can be set to switch the input sync source first, followed by the RGB portion of the

Input MTP settingsEach R, G, and B channel can skew up to 62 nanoseconds total (2 nanoseconds per step, 31 steps total).To set the input skew:1. Conn

Output MTP settingsTo set the output skew:1. Connect an oscilloscope (preferred) or a monitor (acceptable) to the VGA output of the MTP/HDMI U R rece

The HDCP Status section of the workspace is enabled while in Live mode and displays the following details: z If an HDCP-compliant source is detected o

SIS Programming and ControlThe MLS 608 D units can be remotely controlled via a host computer or other device (such as an optional MLC 226 control sys

Error ResponsesWhen the switcher receives a valid command, it executes the command and sends a response to the host device. If the unit is unable to e

Command and ResponsesUsing the Command/Response TablesThe following pages detail commands that can be sent to the MLS 608 D via the Extron Data Viewer

IntroductionThis manual contains information about the Extron MLS 608 D Series of AV switchers with instructions for experienced installers on how to

X* = Master volume value, 0 to -100 dB, in 0.1 dB steps. For example 0 = 0 dB, -1 = -0.1 dB, -10 = -1.0 dB, -100 = -10 dB, -1000 = -100 dB. Se

X1# = Mic number (mute inputs): 40000 = Mic 1, 40001 = Mic 2X1$ = Audio inputs 1-10: 1-8 = program audio inputs, 9 = Mic 1 input, 10 = Mic 2 input. X1

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X4# = Executive mode (front panel lock): 0 = off (all unlocked, default), 1 = lockout all (input buttons and encoders), 2 = lockout input but

X5$ = Mic value: 0 to -100 dB, in 0.1 dB steps. For example 2048 = 0 dB, 2047 = -0.1 dB, 2038 = -1 dB, 1948 = -10 dB, 1048 = -100 dB. See ta

Command ASCII Command(host to switcher)Response(switcher to host)AdditionalDescriptionInput SelectionSelect video and audio inputX!! ChnX!]Select a vi

Command ASCII Command(host to switcher)Response(switcher to host)AdditionalDescriptionSet Group Master ValueSet value (dB)EDX^*X*GRPM} GrpmDX^*X*]Set

Command ASCII Command(host to switcher)Response(switcher to host)AdditionalDescriptionOutput Bass Adjustment (Group Master 3)Set gain (dB)ED3*X2)GRPM}

Command ASCII Command(host to switcher)Response(switcher to host)AdditionalDescriptionRGB Delay TimeNOTE: RGB delay affects only inputs 1-3 and if th

Command ASCII Command(host to switcher)Response(switcher to host)AdditionalDescriptionInput Skew AdjustmentSet input skew valuesEX1&*X1&*X1&am

z EDID Minder® — Automatically manages EDID – Extended Display Identication Data – communication between the display and connected VGA and HDMI inpu

Command ASCII Command(host to switcher)Response(switcher to host)AdditionalDescriptionEDID ManagementAssign EDID data to inputs (analog and digital in

Command ASCII Command(host to switcher)Response(switcher to host)AdditionalDescriptionPower Save ModeTurn power save offE0PSAV} PsavX3$] Turn power s

Command ASCII Command(host to switcher)Response(switcher to host)AdditionalDescriptionReset (Zap)/Erase CommandsReset all video and audio settings to

User Interface NavigationThis section describes the use of the PC mouse and keyboard, including the associated hot keys used when configuring the MLS 6

Copying a Block of Elements1. Select the elements to be copied 2. Use one of the following methods to copy the elements: z Right-click the selection

Pasting to Multiple LocationsA selected block of elements can be cut or copied, then pasted to multiple locations. To paste a block of elements to mul

Keyboard ShortcutsThe following is a list of keyboard shortcuts (or strokes) used in navigating and using the DSP Configurator. Not included in this li

Action Key PressSelect, cut or copy, and paste multiple elements (sequence of keystrokes)1. Navigate to the block where elements are to be selected.NO

Button LabelsThis section describes the procedure for replacing button labels.In this section, a strip of blank button labels is provided. If desired,

5. Save the translucent, white diffuser, but remove the text/label insert from the transparent button cap lens.6. Insert the replacement button labe

z Essential audio DSP tools — ProDSP provides an extensive array of easy-to-use, digital audio processing tools for audio system setup and fine-tuning

Reference MaterialThis section provides information about: z Specifications z Part Numbers and AccessoriesSpecications Video — MLS analog inputsGain .

Nominal level ... 1 Vp-p for Y of component video and S-video, and for composite video 0.7 Vp-p for RGB and for R-Y an

Audio — MLSGainInput 4 ... Unbalanced output: 0 dB; balanced output: 6 dBAll other inputs ...

Input gain adjustmentMic/line input ... -18 dB to +80 dB, adjustable per inputAll other inputs ... -18

General — MLSPower supply ... Internal Input: 100-240 VAC, 50-60 HzMLS 608 D ... 1.0 AMLS

Video — MTP/HDMI U RMTP inputGain ... UnityMaximum resolutionAnalog ... Up to 204

Audio — from MTP input — MTP/HDMI U RGain ... Unbalanced output: 0dB; balanced output +6 dBFrequency res

General — MTP/HDMI U RRecommended cable type ... Shielded (recommended) or unshieldedMTP input ... CAT 5/5

Part Numbers and AccessoriesIncluded PartsOnly one model of the MLS 608 D series is included in the system shipped.Description Part NumberModelsMLS 60

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