Extron QC 101 User guide
Below you will find brief information for Quantum Elite 615, Quantum Elite 408, Quantum Connect 82, and Quantum Connect 84. These videowall processors offer scalable and expandable configurations, with high-performance video scaling technology to produce high-quality images for various applications. They support diverse input and output options, extensive windowing capabilities, and IP streaming.
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Software Commands
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Contents
Introduction
............................................................ 3
Display Architecture ........................................ 9
Scenario Examples ....................................... 10
Application Diagrams ........................................ 16
Installation and Maintenance
Installation Steps .............................................. 20
Input Cards ................................................... 28
Output Cards ................................................ 41
Input and Output Card Arrangements ........... 47
Keyboard, Mouse, Monitor, USB, and Media Cards ................................................ 48
Ethernet Connections ....................................... 53
Operation
.............................................................. 61
Powering On and Off ........................................ 61
Starting the Software .................................... 70
QC 101 Controller
............................................... 71
Overview of the QC 101 ................................... 71
Connecting for RS-232 Control ........................ 74
Configuring the RS-232 Connection ............. 78
Front Panel Indicators ....................................... 79
Quantum Videowall Processing Systems • Contents vii
Reference Information
...................................... 80
Rack Mounting the Quantum Processor ....... 81
Mounting the QC 101 ................................... 82
Subnetting, a Primer ..................................... 85
Quantum Videowall Processing Systems • Contents viii
Introduction
This section gives an overview of the Extron Quantum Videowall Processors, describes significant features of the series, and provides sample application diagrams. The following topics are covered: •
• •
About the Quantum Videowall Processors
• •
About this Guide
This guide discusses how to install, configure, and operate the Quantum Elite and Quantum Connect videowall processors.
Throughout this guide, the terms “Quantum” and “processor” are used interchangeably to refer to both Quantum Elite models and the Quantum Connect.
About the Quantum Videowall Processors
The Quantum Elite 615, Quantum Elite 408, the Quantum Connect 82, and the Quantum Connect 84 are multi-window scalable and expandable videowall processors that can be configured for a variety of input, output, and window capabilities. These processors feature high performance video scaling technology that produces very high quality images. The Elite models can be populated at the factory with any combination of DVI-I or HDMI output cards, each of which supports up to 128 video graphic source windows, and with input cards for composite or S-video, RGB or HD component video, HDMI, DVI, and SDI (including 3G-SDI, HD-SDI, and SD-SDI) sources. The two Quantum Connect models are available with only HDMI input and output cards. NOTES: • Input capacity is based on an input-output card configuration with one slot occupied by an output card.
• Output capacity is based on an input-output card configuration with one slot occupied by an input card.
You can preprogram or create a variety of display scenarios as needed using the Quantum Elite or the Quantum Connect control software interfaces for setup and system operation. Many source signals can be shown at small sizes, a few at large sizes, or many combinations of both. The Quantum high performance image scaling technology accurately preserves the original image quality at all window sizes.
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Models
Quantum Elite
• The
Quantum Elite 615
has a 6U high, 15-slot card frame. It has a maximum input capacity of 28 single-link DVI-D, 28 HDMI, 28 SDI, 28 RGB or HD component video, or 168 composite or S-video. Maximum output capacity is 28 DVI-I or HDMI. Multiple Quantum Elite 615 card cages can be used to create very large display arrays.
• The
Quantum Elite 408
has a 4U high, 8-slot card frame with a maximum input capacity of 14 single-link DVI-D, 14 HDMI, 14 SDI, 14 RGB or HD component video, or 84 composite or S-video. Maximum output capacity is 14 DVI-I or HDMI.
Additional DVI, HDMI, SDI, or RGB source signals can be streamed over an IP network to the Elite processors using the Extron QGE 100 IP encoder.
Quantum Connect
The
Quantum Connect 82 and 84
models have 4U high, eight-slot card frames with four HDMI input cards (eight HDMI inputs). The Quantum Connect is ideal for small to medium videowalls with 2 to 14 screens. Two models are available: •
Connect 82
is configured with one HDMI output card (two HDMI outputs per card).
•
Connect 84
is configured with two HDMI output cards (four HDMI outputs per card).
NOTE: The Connect models do
not
support the following features that are provided on the Elite models: • Input and output cards other than HDMI • Customized configurations to order • QGE 100 source types • Picture and image file source types • Window borders or text • Clock and timer source types • Multiple processor systems • Edge-blended displays
Features
• •
Card frame videowall processing system
— The Quantum processor allows for various combinations of input and output cards to match specific source and videowall configurations. It is a fully modular system, allowing each unit to be individually configured to best suit the end user application.
Input configurations
— The Quantum processor can be configured with various combinations of inputs within the available card slots.
All models:
•
HDMI input:
at resolutions up to 1920x1200 and HDTV 1080 @ 60 Hz, as well as custom resolutions.
The dual HDMI/DVI input card accepts two HDMI or DVI sources NOTE: Appropriate HDMI to DVI cables or adapters are required for DVI signal input on this card.
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• • • • • • • • •
Quantum Elite:
•
DVI input:
at resolutions up to 1920x1200 and HDTV 1080p @ 60 Hz as well as custom resolutions.
The dual DVI-D input card accepts two digital or analog DVI sources • •
SDI input:
The dual SDI input card accepts two 3G-SDI, HD-SDI, or SD-SDI sources in any combination at 480i, 576i, 720p, 1080i, and 1080p resolutions.
High-resolution analog input:
The RGB or YPrPb dual input card accepts RGB graphic and HD component video signals at resolutions up to 1920x1200 and HDTV 1080p @ 60 Hz, as well as custom resolutions.
•
Composite video and S-video input:
The 12-channel standard definition video input card accepts up to 12 composite or S-video sources in any combination.
Output
— Each output supports rates from 640x480 (VGA) to 1920x1200 and HDTV 1080p @ 60 Hz.
•
HDMI output:
The dual HDMI output card includes two HDMI outputs for HDMI or DVI video connection to two displays in the videowall. NOTE: Appropriate HDMI to DVI cables or adapters are required for DVI signal output on this card.
•
DVI output (Quantum Elite only):
videowall.
The dual DVI/RGB output card includes two DVI-I outputs for digital or analog video connection to two displays in the
Scalable and expandable configuration (Quantum Elite only)
— The Quantum Elite systems are scalable and can be expanded with additional input or output cards or by cascading card frames together for a larger videowall or additional input sources.
HDCP-compliant input/output options
are used.
— HDCP-encrypted content can be displayed on HDCP-compatible displays when Quantum HDMI input and output cards
HDCP Visual Confirmation signal
viewed on the display.
— A green window with an alert message is displayed when HDCP-encrypted content is transmitted to a non-HDCP compliant display, providing immediate visual confirmation that protected content cannot be
Key Minder HDCP compliance verification
— Key Minder authenticates and maintains continuous HDCP encryption between input and output devices to ensure quick and proper display of HDCP-encrypted source signals on the videowall.
Up to 128 video or graphic windows per dual output card
graphics for each pair of displays in the videowall.
— Extensive windowing capabilities include the ability to display up to 128 windows of video and
IP streaming of hundreds of RGB, HDMI, or DVI inputs (Quantum Elite only)
— In addition to the input cards, additional DVI or RGB graphics sources can be streamed over an IP network to the Quantum Elite, using the optional Extron QGE 100 Quantum Graphics Encoders.
Upload and display stored images
backgrounds behind them.
— JPEG, GIF, PNG, and BMP image files can be uploaded to the Quantum and displayed within the windows or used as
High speed RAPT bus
— The dedicated high speed 10 Gbps video and graphic Real-time Asymmetric Packetized Transfer (RAPT) bus enables large numbers of high resolution input signals to be processed simultaneously while preserving real time control response and optimal image quality at full frame rates.
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• • •
Image up-scaling and down-scaling
or HD video signals.
— High performance image scaling technology provides high quality up-scaling and down-scaling of high resolution RGB
Solid state flash storage (Quantum Elite 615 only)
— The Quantum Elite 615 model features CompactFlash-based data storage for the operating system and image files. This avoids the need for a hard disk drive and delivers continuous system operation and enhanced reliability. Write-protected flash storage eliminates the risk of virus retention and allows for easy removal of data in secure environments.
Quantum Control Software
— The Quantum Elite Control Software and the Quantum Connect Control Software are Microsoft ® Windows ® -based applications that run on your computer and control the Quantum processors. This software enables the Quantum to output multiple source signals to a display. NOTE: Each Quantum model has its own control program. The Quantum Elite Control Software cannot be used with Quantum Connect and vice versa.
• • • • • • •
EDID Minder
— The Extron EDID Minder automatically manages the Extended Display Identification Data (EDID) for all the input sources. By default, input EDIDs match the current output resolution of the processor. Also available is a user assigned mode, which allows pre-stored EDIDs, based on user selected resolutions, to be manually assigned to the sources. By maintaining continuous EDID communication with all sources, EDID Minder ensures that all sources power up properly and maintain their video outputs whether or not they are actively connected to the display device through the Quantum outputs.
Using the Quantum Control Software you can set the EDID properties for each of the inputs installed in your Quantum card frame as well as view the current EDID that has been set for each input.
Quantum Control Panel
— The Quantum processor is a host device with Microsoft Windows XP embedded. The Quantum Control Panel is a Windows-based program that is resident on the Quantum internal disk or flash drive and enables you to perform various setup tasks, such as setting the processor IP address or updating its firmware. To view the Control Panel screens, attach a PS/2 or USB keyboard and mouse and a monitor to the appropriate connectors on the rear panel.
QC 101 Controller (optional)
— The QC 101 C (for the Quantum Connect) and the QC 101 E (for the Quantum Elite models) are optional controllers with embedded operating systems. These controllers attach to a control system (such as the Extron IPCP or IPL Pro via RS-232) and to the Quantum via Ethernet. The QC 101 C connects to one Quantum Connect chassis, while the QC 101 E can connect to up to eight Quantum Elite chassis via an Ethernet switch. The QC 101 controllers are delivered with the Quantum Control Software loaded and can be used to create and store configuration projects for the Quantum processors.
Redundant, hot-swappable fans
rack space for ventilation. — An individual fan can be removed without powering down the processor. The optimized cooling system requires no additional
Redundant, hot-swappable power supplies (Quantum Elite 615 only)
power down the processor.
— Either of two individual power supplies can be removed and replaced without the need to
Reliability
— Content from connected video sources continues to display if a system crash occurs. The system returns to its previous operational state when rebooted.
Ethernet communication
— An Ethernet port provides system control and operation from a computer with the Quantum Control Software loaded.
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• •
USB port
— Two USB ports are provided to access image files on a USB flash drive or to connect a USB keyboard and mouse to access the Quantum Control Panel.
Motion adaptive deinterlacing
— The SDI input card provides motion adaptive deinterlacing for NTSC, PAL, and 1080i input signals. Film mode detection is provided to properly deinterlace content originating from film.
Functional Overview
The Quantum can display a large number of sources in real time on a target display. This section gives an overview of the features and functions that can affect the system performance. The following key factors can affect system capabilities: • • •
Number of input and output card slots
— The number of input and output cards determines how many video inputs and display outputs are available. The Quantum Elite 615 card frame can accommodate up to 15 cards, while the Quantum Elite 408 can have up to 8 cards. The Quantum Connect has 4 input cards and 1 (Connect 82) or 2 (Connect 84) output cards.
RAPT bandwidth
implemented. — The RAPT (Real-time Asymmetric Packetized Transfer) bus carries video and RGB source data between the input and output cards. It can carry the equivalent of 48 full-resolution standard definition video sources in real time. If more data needs to be transported, a scheme of bandwidth management is
Rectangulation limit
— The maximum number of windows that can be displayed by a single output card is 128 rectangles per output channel pair (windows can be displayed on one or both channels).
RAPT Bus for Source Transfer
The RAPT is a high-speed data bus used exclusively for the transfer of digitized video and RGB source data between the input and output cards. It is also used to carry any QGE 100 source signals to the output cards.
Real time performance
The RAPT bus delivers data in real time. This means that it is able to display a source at its full temporal resolution, maintaining the same scan rate as the original source without dropping any fields or frames. The RAPT bus remains operational if an operating system crash occurs, allowing crucial source content to be maintained on the target display. The RAPT bus can carry the equivalent of 48 full-resolution, full-motion standard definition video sources in real time, using 4:2:2 sampling and single-field deinterlacing, as
Quantum Series Videowall Processing Systems • Introduction 5
Source Type Sampling
NTSC PAL/SECAM HD 1080i HD 1080p HD 720p UXGA SXGA+ SXGA WXGA XGA SVGA 4:2:2 4:2:2 4:4:4 4:4:4 4:4:4 4:4:4 4:4:4 4:4:4 4:4:4 4:4:4 4:4:4
Deinterlacing
Single field Three field Single field Three field Single field Three field n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
Maximum Number of Real Time Sources At 50 Hz At 60 Hz
– – 48 24 48 24 8 – – 6 4 4 9 4 5 6 8 10 17 3 3 7 3 4 5 7 8 14
Optimizing the number of displayed sources
The maximum number of sources that can be displayed can be significantly increased if you display them at less than their native spatial resolution. For example, if sources are displayed at one quarter of their native spatial resolution, the RAPT bus can accommodate four times as many sources while preserving full temporal resolution.
Low resolution sources
Resolution
NTSC
Source Format Deinterlacing
Single field Three field Single field
Full native resolution:
NTSC (720x480) PAL/SECAM (720x576)
Quarter resolution:
NTSC (360x240) PAL/SECAM (360x288) Three field Single field Three field
Maximum Number of Real Time Sources
– – 48 24 192* 96 * A maximum of 156 sources can be viewed simultaneously by using 13 input cards and 2 output cards.
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High-definition sources
Resolution
HD 720p HD 1080p Full native Quarter Full native Quarter
Maximum Number of Real Time Sources
7 28 3 12
Display Architecture
When Quantum is controlled by the Quantum Control Software, source signals are placed on the display in windows, which are fully resizable and can be positioned anywhere on the displays. NOTES: • The Quantum Control Software remembers the display layout that was in effect before the system was powered down. • • By default, each new Quantum system is configured with a single, full-size window that is displayed with a Quantum logo design. This logo is stored on the internal flash drive or hard disk.
For further details on controlling source window content, size, and positioning, see the
Quantum Control Software User Guide
.
Source layers
The output image has two layers: •
PCI source layer
— Used to display source signals delivered via the PCI bus, such as stored images and window border attributes •
RAPT source layer
— Used to display source signals delivered via the RAPT bus, that is, digitized sources from the input cards and QGE 100 sources When no source windows are present, the PCI source layer is black and the RAPT source layer fully transparent, making the entire display appear black.
The layer on which source windows are placed is determined by the Quantum processor and control software, and needs no user intervention.
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Rectangulation Limit (RAPT Source Layer)
There is no limit to the number of source windows that can be placed on the PCI source layer. However, the maximum number of windows that can be displayed at one time on the RAPT source layer is dependent on a
rectangulation limit
, which is the maximum number of rectangles needed to draw the display layout. For example, the following display layouts both use two windows, but note the different number of rectangles used to draw each layout:
11 22 33 Figure 1. Rectangulation Example
In the example above, you can see that the most efficient display layout (using the fewest rectangles) is for the source windows to be displayed as an array, with no gaps or overlaps.
The output card supports layouts that require a maximum of 128 rectangles in total, shared between both output channels; for example, 64 on each channel or 128 on one channel.
Therefore, up to 128 video, RGB, DVI, HDMI, and QGE 100 sources can be displayed on a single screen if the rectangulation limit is not exceeded.
Scenario Examples
The following scenario examples illustrate various applications that might be required on a site. For each scenario, the effect on the number of card slots, the RAPT bandwidth, and the rectangulation limit is shown using three bar graphs.
Wherever possible, the layout examples show source windows at their normal aspect ratio. Some windows are shown stretched horizontally or vertically to make optimum use of the display space. RAPT bandwidth and rectangulation usage are based on the window layout shown. Window layouts can be changed to suit specific applications, but different layouts alter the given usage values.
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Scenario 1 — Maximum number of video sources on a single screen
Screen layout — Scenario 1
In this scenario, a single 1600x1200 display device displays 128 video source windows.
Figure 2. Example of a Single 1600x1200 Display Showing the Maximum Number of Windows Possible on One Screen
Because each window is smaller than the native source resolution, the input card scales each source down to the required size. This greatly reduces the amount of source data transferred across the RAPT bus to the output card and allows a large number of sources to be displayed simultaneously in real time.
Hardware requirements — Scenario 1
The hardware requirements for scenario 1, 128 inputs displayed on one screen, are: • • 1 output card (Only one output channel is used to drive a single 1600x1200 screen.) 11 input cards, providing 132 source inputs. (Only 128 can be viewed simultaneously.) • A Quantum Elite 615 (15-card) card frame
System capacity — Scenario 1
Card Slots RAPT Bandwidth Rectangulation
Figure 3. System Capacity for Scenario 1
The limit of 128 source windows is imposed by the rectangulation limit of the output card. All sources are displayed in real time.
RAPT bandwidth usage assumes that all sources are using single-field deinterlacing. Using three-field deinterlacing doubles the amount of source data without exceeding the real time RAPT limit.
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Expansion Options — Scenario 1
On the Quantum Elite 615, you have three spare card slots to which you can add more input cards, increasing the choice of sources. Alternatively, you can add output cards to spread out the windows and increase their size.
Scenario 2 — Maximum number of full resolution video sources on a tiled display
Screen layout — Scenario 2
In this scenario,12 UXGA (1600x1200) displays create a 4x3 tiled display with 48 video source windows arranged in an 8x6 array. The total display size is 6400x3600 pixels, making each window 800x600 pixels.
Figure 4. Example of Tiled Full Resolution Video Sources on a Tiled Display
Because each window is larger than the native source resolution, each source is transferred across the RAPT bus at its native resolution and then scaled up to the required size by the output card.
Hardware requirements — Scenario 2
The hardware requirements for scenario 2, video sources on a 4x3 tiled display, are: • • 6 output cards (driving 12 UXGA screens) 4 input cards (providing 48 source inputs) • A Quantum Elite 615 card frame
System capacity — Scenario 2
Figure 5. System Capacity for Scenario 2
The limit of 48 real time source windows is imposed by the available RAPT bandwidth and the available screen space. This assumes that all sources are using single-field deinterlacing.
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Expansion options — Scenario 2
With the Quantum Elite 615, you have five spare card slots to which you can add more output cards to provide more screens, or you can add more input cards to increase the choice of sources.
NOTE: Increasing the number of full resolution source windows exceeds the real time limit of the RAPT bus, so the Quantum uses its bandwidth management scheme.
Scenario 3 — Maximum number of video sources on a tiled display
Screen layout — Scenario 3
In this scenario, six UXGA (1600x1200) display devices create a 3x2 tiled display of 144 video source windows arranged in a 12x12 array. The total display size is 4800x2400 pixels, making each window approximately 133x100 pixels.
Figure 6. Example of the Maximum Number of Video Sources on a Tiled Display
Because each window is smaller than the native source resolution, the input card scales each source down to the required size. This greatly reduces the amount of source data to be transferred across the RAPT bus to the output card, allowing a large number of sources to be displayed simultaneously in real time.
Hardware requirements — Scenario 3
• • 3 output cards driving 6 UXGA screens 12 input cards providing 144 inputs • A Quantum Elite 615 card frame
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System capacity — Scenario 3
Figure 7. System Capacity for Scenario 3
The limit of 144 real time video source windows is imposed by the maximum number of card slots being used.
Expansion options — Scenario 3
Assuming that all video sources are using single-field deinterlacing, approximately 50 percent of the RAPT bandwidth is being used. Rectangulation is also well below its limit, so there is plenty of room for adding RGB graphics (QGE 100) sources.
NOTE: A maximum of 25 QGE 100 sources can be displayed simultaneously by a Quantum processor at any time.
Scenario 4 — Maximum number of sources on the largest display
Screen layout — Scenario 4
In this scenario, eight UXGA displays create a 4x2 tiled display of 132 video source windows arranged in a 16x8 array. The total display size is 6400x2400 pixels, making each window 400x300 pixels.
Figure 8. Example of the Maximum Video Sources on the Largest Display
Because each window is smaller than the native source resolution, the input card scales each source down to the required size. This greatly reduces the amount of source data to be transferred across the RAPT bus to the output card, allowing a large number of sources to be displayed simultaneously in real time.
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Hardware requirements — Scenario 4
• 4 output cards driving 8 UXGA screens • • 11 input cards providing 132 source inputs A Quantum Elite 615 card frame.
System capacity — Scenario 4
Figure 9. System Capacity for Scenario 4
The limit of 132 real time video source windows is imposed by the maximum number of card slots being used.
Expansion options — Scenario 4
Assuming that all video sources are using single-field deinterlacing, approximately 75 percent of the RAPT bandwidth is being used. Rectangulation is also well below its limit, so there is plenty of room for adding RGB graphics (QGE 100) sources.
NOTE: A maximum of 25 QGE 100 sources can be displayed simultaneously by a Quantum processor at any time.
Quantum Series Videowall Processing Systems • Introduction 13
Application Diagrams
The following application diagrams show examples of how the Quantum Connect and Quantum Elite can be connected.
4K Display Control PC
WiFi 1 2 3 4 Extron
Control Software
Extron Quantum Connect 84
HDCP-Compliant Videowall Processor
DATA
HDMI HDMI
QUANTUM CONNECT 408 VIDEO WALL PROCESSOR
RS-232
R IPCP PRO 250 RTS COM eBUS S LIMIT CTS Tx OVER Rx 1 2 IR/S 1 I/O 2 3 4 RELAYS 1 IR 2 1000 LINK ACT Extron IPCP Pro 250
IP Link Pro Control Processor Ethernet Ethernet Ethernet HDMI HDMI
Control VLAN
Ethernet/PoE
Display On Off Mute Room Control Screen Lighting
Laptop
1 4 7 Help
PC DVD VCR Doc Cam
Tuner 2 5 8 0 3 6 9 Channel Presets Last Enter December 15, 2013 - 7:58 AM More Presets
Tuner
1 2 3 Volume Mute Audio Control Extron TLP Pro 1020T
10" Tabletop TouchLink Pro Touchpanel Media Player
1
Media Player
1 PUSH POWER D I R E C T V
Blu-ray Player
RES 480 480p 720p 1080i 1080p DIREC TV HD PUSH GUIDE MENU SELECT
Satellite Receiver Laptop
Figure 10. Connection Diagram for a Quantum Connect
NOTE: The Quantum Connect model does not support the use of the Media I and Media II network ports that are available on the Elite models.
Quantum Series Videowall Processing Systems • Introduction 14
HDCP-Compliant Displays
CCTV Cameras Composite or S-video DVI DVI RGB RGB
POWER DATA
HDMI HDMI
QUANTUM ELITE Control VLAN Control Software can select:
Display Presets Source Changes in Windows Window Borders Color and Style Text Insertion
Extron Quantum Elite
HDCP-compliant Scalable Videowall Processing System HDMI HDMI HDMI HDMI Blu-ray Player DSS Receiver DSS Receiver DSS Receiver QGE 100 Viewer Software
Extron QGE 100
Encoder
REG 1.5A MAX Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel
RGB
PERIPH PC COM 1 OUT
DVI-I
COM 2 IN
DVI-I
Extron QGE 100
Encoder
12V DC 1.5A MAX Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel PERIPH PC COM 1 OUT
DVI-I RGB
COM 2 IN
DVI-I
Extron QGE 100
Encoder
REG 1.5A MAX Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel
DVI
PERIPH PC COM 1 OUT
DVI-I
COM 2 IN
DVI-I
Extron QGE 100
Encoder
12V DC 1.5A MAX Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel
DVI
PERIPH PC COM 1 OUT
DVI-I
COM 2 IN
DVI-I
QGE Video Network VLAN REG 1.5A MAX Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel REG 1.5A MAX Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel PERIPH PC Extron QGE 100
Encoder
COM 1 COM 2 OUT
DVI-I
IN
DVI-I RGB
PERIPH PC Extron QGE 100
Encoder
COM 1 COM 2 OUT
DVI-I
IN
DVI-I
Extron QGE 100
Encoder
REG 1.5A MAX Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel
RGB
PERIPH PC COM 1 OUT
DVI-I
COM 2 IN
DVI-I RGB
Extron QGE 100
Encoder
REG 1.5A MAX Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel PERIPH PC COM 1 OUT
DVI-I DVI
COM 2 IN
DVI-I
12V DC REG 1.5A MAX Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel PERIPH PC Extron QGE 100
Encoder
COM 1 COM 2 OUT
DVI-I
IN
DVI-I RGB
Figure 11. Connection Diagram for Quantum Elite 615 REG 1.5A MAX Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel 12V DC 1.5A MAX Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel 12V DC 1.5A MAX Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel PERIPH PC Extron QGE 100
Encoder
COM 1 COM 2 OUT
DVI-I
IN
DVI-I DVI
PERIPH PC Extron QGE 100
Encoder
COM 1 COM 2 OUT
DVI-I
IN
DVI-I DVI
PERIPH PC Extron QGE 100
Encoder
COM 1 COM 2 OUT
DVI-I
IN
DVI-I DVI
Quantum Series Videowall Processing Systems • Introduction 15
HDCP-Compliant Displays
Ethernet
Extron TLP 1000 TV
10" TouchLink Tabletop Touchpanel Ethernet
Control VLAN
Ethernet Ethernet
Quantum Elite Control
RS 232
POWER 12V 500mA MAX LAN COM1 TX RX RTS CTS COM 2 TX RX 1 IR 2 INPUT 1 2 3 4 RELAY 1 2 COM 3 TX RX S G S G 3 IR 4 RELAY 3 4 S G S G Extron IPL 250
IP Link Control Processor HDMI HDMI PC Camera WARNING
SEE USER GUIDE BEFORE USING THIS EQUIPMENT DO NOT REMOVE THIS PANEL NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER ALL SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL THIS EQUIPMENT MUST BE GROUNDED/EARTHED DO NOT OBSTRUCT VENTILATION GRILLES DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE
PC DVI
IN 1 IN 2 IN 3 IN 4 OUT OUT OUT OUT 5 6 7 8 Extron Quantum Elite
HDCP-Compliant Scalable Videowall Processing System HDMI
STANDBY/ON PQLS HDMI OPEN/CLOSE FL OFF USB
Blu-ray Player DVI HDMI DSS Receiver HD-SDI HD-SDI Camera HD-SDI HD-SDI Camera Camera
Figure 12. Connection Diagram for a Quantum Elite 408 Quantum Series Videowall Processing Systems • Introduction 16
HDMI HDMI
Extron QC 101 E
Controller for Quantum Elite
100-240V ~ --A MAX OUTPUTS DISPLAYPORT 1 USB 2 HDMI 50/60 Hz A LAN B 3 OUTPUTS RGBHV REMOTE RESET POWER Tx Rx G RS232 POWER DATA
RS-232 Ethernet
QUANTUM ELITE Extron Quantum Elite 615
HDCP-Compliant Videowall Processing System
R IPCP PRO 250 eBUS S LIMIT RTS COM CTS Tx Rx OVER 1 2 IR/S 1 I/O 2 3 4 RELAYS 1 IR 1000 LINK ACT 2 Extron IPCP Pro 250
IP Link Pro Control Processor
Display On Off Mute Screen Lighting
Laptop
1 4 7 Help
PC DVD VCR Doc Cam
2 5 8 0 3 6 9 Enter Tuner Channel Presets Last December 15, 2013 - 7:58 AM System Off
Tuner
1 2 3 Volume Mute Audio Control Extron TLP Pro 1020T
10" Tabletop TouchLink Pro Touchpanel Ethernet Ethernet/PoE
Control VLAN VIDEO DISK DRIVE 1 2 3 4 LAN 1 2
PREV
Extron JMP 9600 2K
HD Video Player ENTER Ethernet HD-SDI
JMP 9600 JPEG 2000 MEDIA PLAYER
HD-SDI HDMI Blu-ray Player
PUSH POWER D I R E C T V GUIDE MENU SELECT RES 480 480p 720p 1080i 1080p DIREC TV HD PUSH
Satellite Receiver HDMI HDMI RGB RGB
WiFi 1 2 3 4 WiFi 1 2 3 4
PC PC Laptop
Figure 13. Connection Diagram for Quantum Elite with a QC 101 E Controller Quantum Series Videowall Processing Systems • Introduction 17
Installation and Maintenance
This section provides the steps to install the Quantum processor. It also describes the rear panel components and provides instructions for cabling. The following topics are included: • •
• •
Card Connections and Functions
• •
Installation Steps
The Quantum processor can be mounted in a 19-inch equipment rack or placed on a table or other furniture. To install and set up the Quantum processor for a videowall, follow
starting on page 14 for connection examples).
1.
Disconnect power from the processor and turn off all other equipment in the system.
2. 3.
If desired, mount the processor to a rack (see rear panel ports as needed:
on page 78).
Make cable connections in any order between appropriate devices and the Quantum • • • Control Ethernet DVI, RGB, HDMI, SDI, and video inputs DVI and HDMI outputs NOTE: With adapters, RGB is available on the DVI ports and DVI is available on the HDMI ports.
4. 5.
• • • • • USB Monitor Keyboard and mouse QC 101 controller (optional) Media I and Media II Ethernet for QGE 100 video networks (Quantum Elite models only) Connect power to the IEC connector. Power on all connected devices.
Quantum Series Videowall Processing Systems • Installation and Maintenance 18
6.
Set the Quantum power switch or switches to On. (The power switches are on the front panel behind the access door. See
page 52.) WARNING: To avoid the risk of electric shock or product damage due to condensation, always allow the Quantum processor to become acclimated to ambient temperature and humidity for at least 30 minutes before switching it on. This is particularly important when you are moving the unit from a cold to a warm location.
AVERTISSEMENT : un lieu chaud.
Afin d’éviter un risque éventuel de choc électrique ou d’endommagement du Quantum dû à la condensation, laisser toujours le temps à la source d’alimentation de s’adapter à la température et à l’humidité ambiantes, pendant au moins 30 minutes, avant de les brancher. Ceci est particulièrement important lorsque vous déplacer l’unité depuis un lieu frais vers
7. 8.
(Optional) Configure the IP address using the Control Panel. The Quantum processor is a host device with a Windows XP operating system of which the Control Panel is a component. To view and use the Control Panel, you must have a keyboard, mouse, and monitor connected to the appropriate cards in the Quantum chassis (see
Keyboard, Mouse, Monitor, USB, and Media Cards
on page 46 for information
on connecting these items. See
on page 61 for information on this feature).
(Optional) Configure the IP address of the QC 101 Controller. This optional controller connects to a control system via RS-232 and to the Quantum processor via Ethernet. It has an embedded operating system and is provided with the Quantum Control Software. Attach a monitor, keyboard, and mouse to this controller to configure
, beginning on page 69, for more information on this
controller.
9.
Install and set up the Quantum Control software on your computer (see the
Quantum Control Software User Guide
, available on the provided Quantum software CD). See
on page 67 for information on obtaining and starting the
Windows-based control software.
10.
Use the Quantum Control Software to configure sources and displays for your videowall system (see the control program help file for the procedures).
NOTE: Steps 8 and 9 can be performed without the inputs, outputs, or any other hardware being connected to the Quantum.
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Rear Panel Features
The Quantum rear panels provide slots for cards containing video input and output connectors, RJ-45 network connectors, connectors for a keyboard, mouse, and monitor, and USB connectors. It also contains the power connector and two vents.
Quantum Elite 615 Rear Panel
The Quantum Elite 615 rear panel has 15 slots in which cards can be installed to order, plus three slots in which cards are permanently installed. It also contains the main power connector and the vents.
Figure 14. Quantum Elite 615 Rear Panel
A B C
D E F
PS/2 keyboard card Media I and Media II network, USB, and monitor ports Power connector
Slot 0
— By default, this slot is empty. If all other input and output slots are full, an additional input card can be installed in this slot.
Control card
— This slot holds the card containing the Control port. To enable control via the Quantum Control Software, use this RJ-45 Ethernet connector (shown at right) to connect the Quantum to a network, a single computer, or a QC 101 controller. See
on the next
page 69, for more information.
• •
ACT LED
— The amber Activity LED blinks to indicate network activity.
LINK LED
— The green Link LED lights steadily to indicate a good network connection.
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Input and output cards
with all cards installed. — The slots numbered 2 through 15 on the rear panel contain input and output cards. When you order the Quantum, you specify the desired number and type of input cards and output cards. You receive the system On the Quantum Elite models, replacement card kits are available to order. These cards must be installed by a trained technician. NOTE: The system must contain at least one input card and one output card.
Cards are installed in slots 15 through 2, from right to left, starting with slot 15, which must contain an output card (see
on page 39 for more information on card placement).
PS/2 keyboard card
— Connect a PS/2 keyboard (provided with the unit) to the mini DIN connector when you need to perform basic system setup or troubleshooting
Media I and Media II network, USB, and monitor ports
— On the Quantum Elite 615, the following ports are contained on this card: •
Media I and II network ports:
connectors and the network. These two 2 gigabit Ethernet (1000Base-T) ports can be used to connect the Quantum Elite 615 to external local area networks (LANs) or wide area networks (WANs) to access remote Quantum QGE 100 sources. Connect Category (CAT) 5 STP patch cables between these RJ-45 •
USB ports:
Connect optional USB storage devices to these USB type A ports to enable loading of image files or software upgrades. A USB keyboard and mouse also can be attached to these ports to provide access to the Control Panel. (A USB mouse is provided with the unit.) •
Monitor port:
Connect an optional monitor to this 15-pin VGA connector to enable viewing of internal settings during basic setup, servicing, and fault diagnostic procedures. This port is not used for normal operation.
Power connector
unit on and off.) — Connect the supplied IEC power cord between this male IEC connector and an AC power source. (A power switch on the front panel powers the
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Quantum Elite 408 and Quantum Connect Rear Panels
The Quantum Elite 408 and Quantum Connect 84 and 82 rear panels have 11 slots in which cards are installed: •
Quantum Elite 408
— Has eight slots in which cards can be installed to order, plus three slots in which cards are permanently installed. The rear panel also contains the power connector and vents.
•
Quantum Connect 82 and 84
— Have eight slots that contain HDMI input and output cards. Connect 84 has four HDMI input cards and two HDMI output cards. Connect 82 has four input cards and one output card.
Figure 15. Quantum Elite 408 Rear Panel
A B C
Power connector Unused slots Control card
D E F
Input and output cards USB card Monitor, Media I and Media II network, and keyboard and mouse ports
WARNING
SEE USER GUIDE BEFORE USING THIS EQUIPMENT DO NOT REMOVE THIS PANEL NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER ALL SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL THIS EQUIPMENT MUST BE GROUNDED/EARTHED DO NOT OBSTRUCT VENTILATION GRILLES DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE 1 2 IN 3 IN 4 IN 5 IN 6 OUT OUT 7 8 Figure 16. Quantum Connect 84 Rear Panel
A B C
Power connector Unused slots Control card
D E F
HDMI input and output cards USB card Keyboard and mouse ports
Quantum Series Videowall Processing Systems • Installation and Maintenance 22
Power connector
unit on and off.) — Connect the supplied IEC power cord between this male IEC connector and an AC power source. (A power switch on the front panel powers the
Unused slots
— No cards are installed in these slots.
Control card
— This slot holds the card containing the Control port. To enable control via the Quantum Control Software, use this RJ-45 Ethernet connector (shown at right) to connect the Quantum to a network, a single computer, or a QC 101 controller. See
on the next
page 69, for more information.
•
Act LED
— The amber Activity LED blinks to indicate network activity.
• •
Link LED
— The green Link LED lights steadily with a good network connection.
Input and output cards
— The slots numbered 1 through 8 on the rear panel contain input and output cards.
Quantum Elite
cards installed. — When you order a Quantum Elite, you specify the desired number and type of input cards and output cards. You receive the system with all On the Quantum Elite models, replacement card kits are available to order. These cards must be installed by a trained technician. NOTE: The system must contain at least one input card and one output card.
• Cards are installed in slots 8 through 1, from right to left, starting with slot 8, which must contain an output card (see
on page 26 and
on page 39 for more information on card placement).
Quantum Connect 82 and 84
slot 8.
— Each of these models is available in only one configuration. Connect 84 has four HDMI input cards, installed in slots 3 through 6, and two HDMI output cards, installed in slots 7 and 8. Connect 82 has four HDMI input cards, installed in slots 4 through 7, and one output card, installed in
USB card
— Connect optional USB storage devices to these USB type A ports to enable loading of image files or software upgrades. A USB keyboard and mouse also can be attached to these ports to provide access to the Control Panel. (A USB mouse is provided with the unit.)
Monitor, Media I and Media II network, and keyboard and mouse ports
— The following ports are contained on this card: • •
Monitor port:
Connect an optional monitor to this 15-pin VGA connector to enable viewing of internal settings during basic setup, servicing, and fault diagnostic procedures. (This port is not used for normal operation.)
Keyboard and mouse port:
Use a splitter cable if you want to attach a PS/2 keyboard (provided with the unit) and a PS/2 mouse (not provided) to this mini DIN connector. Use this port when you need to perform basic system setup or
Connecting a PS/2 keyboard, USB mouse, and monitor
on page 46).
•
Media I and II network ports (Elite models only):
These two Ethernet ports (one 1000Base-T and one 100Base-T) can be used to connect the Elite 408 to external LANs or WANs to access remote Quantum QGE sources (optional). Connect CAT5 STP patch cables between these connectors and the network. NOTE: A Quantum processor can simultaneously display a maximum of 25 QGE 100 sources.
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Card Connections and Functions
This section describes the cards that can be installed in the Quantum processor and provides instructions for connecting to the ports on each card, along with a connection example for each.
Control Card
The Control card is installed in the second slot from the left in all models. Connect a computer that is running the Quantum Control Software to the fast Ethernet (100Base-T) Control port on this card to enable you to control the Quantum processor and to set up videowall applications via the computer. As an alternative to the computer, connect this port directly to the QC 101 Controller or to a network to which the QC 101 controller also is connected. NOTE: Ensure that the controller and the quantum processor are on the same subnet.
Direct and indirect connections
The connection from the Quantum Control port to the computer can be direct or indirect
on the next page). For a single videowall processor you can use either method, but for a setup with multiple processors you must use the indirect method (for example, via a network switch).
Computer connections:
• • A
direct
connection uses of the computer and the Quantum Control port. A 6-foot (1.8 meters) crossover cable is provided.
a single cable that is connected between the network port An
indirect
connection is made via a switch, router, or local area network, using a straight-through,
not
a crossover, cable (not provided).
QC 101 connections:
• A
direct
connection uses a single cable that is connected between the LAN port of the QC 101 and the Quantum Control port. • An
indirect
connection is made from the QC 101 LAN port via the network, using a straight-through cable (not provided). This type of connecton can be used to connect one or multiple Quantums to the QC 101.
The network port on the computer or the network hub, router, or LAN must be able to support a 100Base-T connection. When the Quantum processor is delivered, it is set with the following default addresses and values: •
IP address:
192.168.254.254
• •
Subnet mask:
255.255.0.0
Gateway:
0.0.0.0
To change these addresses, use the Quantum Control Panel (see
NOTE: To enable communications between the computer or QC 101 and the processor, the Quantum IP address and subnet mask must be compatible on both: • • The subnet mask must be the same for all devices.
The IP addresses must be different, but on the same subnet.
Quantum Series Videowall Processing Systems • Installation and Maintenance 24
Control Port Ethernet 100Base-T Quantum Elite Control Software Crossover Cable
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 IN 8 IN 9 IN 10 IN 11 IN 12 IN 13 OUT OUT 14 15 ATTENTION OBSERVE PRECAUTIONS FOR HANDLING ELECTROSTATIC SENSITIVE DEVICES
WARNING
SEE USER GUIDE BEFORE USING THIS EQUIPMENT DO NOT REMOVE THIS PANEL NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER ALL SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL THIS EQUIPMENT MUST BE GROUNDED/EARTHED DO NOT OBSTRUCT VENTILATION GRILLES DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE Quantum Processor Direct Connection
Control Port Other Quantum Elite Processors or Network Sources/Devices Ethernet 100Base-T Hub
1 2 3 4 6 7 IN 8 IN 9 IN 10 IN 11 IN 12 IN 13 OUT OUT 14 15 5
Quantum Elite Control Software Straight-through Cable
ATTENTION OBSERVE PRECAUTIONS FOR HANDLING ELECTROSTATIC SENSITIVE DEVICES
WARNING
SEE USER GUIDE BEFORE USING THIS EQUIPMENT DO NOT REMOVE THIS PANEL NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER ALL SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL THIS EQUIPMENT MUST BE GROUNDED/EARTHED DO NOT OBSTRUCT VENTILATION GRILLES DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE Figure 17. Indirect Connection Ethernet Control Port Connection Types Quantum Processor DATA R IPCP PRO 250 eBUS S LIMIT RTS COM CTS Tx OVER Rx 1 2 IR/S 1 I/O 2 3 4 RELAYS 1 IR 1000 LINK ACT 2
Control System RS-232 Ethernet E
CONFIG PWR SSD LAN A LAN B QC 101
Controller
QC 101 QUANTUM CONTROLLER Direct Connection to One Quantum QUANTUM CONNECT 408 VIDEO WALL PROCESSOR Quantum Connect
Videowall Processor
R IPCP PRO 250 eBUS S LIMIT OVER RTS COM CTS Tx Rx 1 2 IR/S 1 I/O 2 3 4 RELAYS 1 IR 1000 LINK ACT 2
Control System RS-232
Network
Ethernet
PWR LAN A QC 101
Controller
QC 101 QUANTUM CONTROLLER
Ethernet
LINK HOST
Network Switch Ethernet
POWER DATA POWER DATA QUANTUM ELITE QUANTUM ELITE POWER DATA Network Connection to Multiple Quantums Figure 18. QC 101 Connection Examples QUANTUM ELITE Quantum Elite
Videowall Processors
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Input Cards
Analog and digital video sources such as computers, cameras, Blu-ray™ or DVD players, and video servers are input to the Quantum processor through one or more of the Quantum input cards. These cards provide digitization, deinterlacing, and down-scaling of sources as well as full source auto-detection.
Input card locations
Any combination of the four input card types can be installed in the slots available for inputs as follows: • • •
Quantum Elite 615
— Slots 2 through 14, plus slot 0 if all the other slots in the card frame are full, enabling up to 14 input cards to be installed.
Quantum Elite 408
— Slots 1 through 7.
Quantum Connect
— Slots 3 through 6 (Connect 84) or slots 4 through 7 (Connect 82) are preconfigured with HDMI input cards that cannot be replaced.
NOTES: • At least one input card is required.
• • Slot 15 on the Elite 615 and slot 8 on the Elite 408 and Connect can contain only output cards. They cannot be used for inputs.
If your Quantum Elite has multiple types of input cards, the cards must be installed in the following order, from
right
to
left
:
1.
SDI
(installed to the left of the last output card)
2.
HDMI
(installed to the left of the last SDI card)
3.
DVI
(installed to the left of the last HDMI card) •
4.
RGB/YUV
(installed to the left of the last DVI card)
5.
Video/S-video
(installed to the left of the last RGB card) All cards of the same signal type must be placed next to each other in the card frame.
The number of sources that can be displayed simultaneously depends on the
rectangulation of the output cards (see
on page 39).
EDID management
The Quantum EDID Minder manages the EDID for all the inputs. By default, input EDID is set to 1920x1200 @ 60 Hz. In addition, the user assigned mode allows pre-stored EDIDs, based on user selected resolutions, to be manually assigned to the sources. By maintaining continuous EDID communication with all sources, EDID Minder ensures that all sources power up properly and maintain their video outputs whether or not they are actively connected to the display device through the Quantum outputs.
Alternatively, you can set the EDID properties for each of the inputs installed in your Quantum card frame using the Quantum Control Software. The software also lets you view the current EDID that has been set for each input. The following EDIDs can be selected for an input at 50 or 60 Hz: • • • • • 640x480 800x600 • • 1280x768 1280x800 848x480 1024x768 • • 1280x1024 1360x768 Current display EDID (on output 1) • • • • 1366x768 1440x900 1400x1050 1680x1050 • • • • 1600x1200
1920x1200*
720p 1080p
*Default Quantum Series Videowall Processing Systems • Installation and Maintenance 26
If no project file has been saved on the Quantum, the default EDID setting of 1920x1200 at 60 Hz is applied.
See the
Quantum Control Software User Guide
, provided on the Quantum CD, for details on selecting and monitoring EDIDs.
Source down-scaling
Each input card has an on-board scaler that down-scales the video sources in size to 1/16 of the original source (horizontally, vertically, or both). For simplicity, the example in the diagram below assumes that each screen in the target display has the same resolution as the source.
Card Outputs a Unity Image Input Card RAPT Bus Output Card
Source Is Not Scaled
(Unity / Native Resolution / 1:1) Card Outputs a Scaled-down Image Input Card RAPT Bus Output Card
Source Is Scaled Down Figure 19. Example of a Source Displayed Full-Sized and Down-scaled
NOTE: Sources emanating from the PCI bus (such as image files) are down-scaled to the appropriate size by the output card graphics processor (GPU).
Up-scaling (magnification) is achieved by a scaler on the output card (see
Detailed information on connecting to these input cards is provided in the following sections.
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Video/S-video input card (Quantum Elite only)
The Video/S-video input card enables you connect up to 12 composite video sources, S-video (YC) sources, or both types in combination. You can connect input devices to one or both connectors via one or two of the provided breakout adapter cables.
The Quantum Elite 615 card frame can accommodate up to 14 Video/S-video input cards, allowing up to 168 video source inputs. The Quantum Elite 408 and the Quantum Connect card frames can each hold up to 7 video cards, allowing up to 84 inputs.
The Video/S-video input card performs the following: •
Auto-detection of source types:
Full auto-detection is provided on each input.
NOTE: PAL 60 format is not supported. PAL 60 is commonly output by European VCRs when playing back an NTSC tape.
• • Automatic gain control (AGC) ensures optimum source display with signals as low as 20% of normal amplitude.
NOTE: Due to the dynamic nature of AGC an identical source fed to different inputs may not display with identical results.
Deinterlacing:
Sources that are connected to the Video/S-video input card are interlaced scan and need to be converted to a progressive scan (deinterlaced).
Down-scaling of composite and S-video sources:
Independent horizontal and vertical scaling is possible down to 1/16 of native resolution. For example, a source of 720x486 pixels can be scaled down to approximately 45x31 pixels. More than one scaled version of each source is possible, subject to the maximum number of sources supported by the scaler.
In the following table, “Real Time” refers to the number of windows that can be created without any reduction in frame rate. “Absolute” refers to the maximum number of windows that can be created.
Source Type
Video/S-video (PAL, NTSC, SECAM)
Deinterlacing
Single field Three field
Maximum Number of Sources Supported per Card* Real Time Absolute
30 15 * Also dependant on the source capacity of the RAPT bus 64 64
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Connecting composite video sources
•
Input connectors:
connectors, to which the breakout cables are attached for composite video or S-video.
The Video/S-video input card contains two female 26-pin D type •
Breakout cables (adapters):
connections.)
Each of the two provided breakout cables has a male 26-pin, high-density, D-type connector attached to 12 flying leads terminated in BNC on the next page). The BNC connectors are labeled 1 through 12. (The second breakout cable, if connected, is used only for S-video
26 Pin D Connector Female BNC Connectors 16" Figure 20. Breakout Cable for Video and S-video Sources
•
2. Cables:
The recommended cable type to connect a source device to the breakout cable is a low-loss 75 ohms coaxial cable. Cabling distance between the source and the Video/S-video input card can be up to 32 feet (10 meters).
To connect composite video sources to the Video/S-video input card:
1.
Connect the 26-pin D connector of the breakout cable to the
top
connector on the Video/S-video card. (The bottom connector is used only for S-video sources.) Connect a BNC cable from each composite video input device to one of the BNC connectors of the breakout cable, starting with the connector labeled
1
(or the lowest numbered BNC connector available).
Connecting S-video sources
To connect S-video sources, use both provided breakout cables and both connectors on the Video/S-video input card, as follows:
1.
Connect both breakout cables to the 26-pin D connectors on the Video/S-video input card.
2.
Connect a BNC cable from an S-video input device to the lowest-numbered BNC connector available on •
both
breakout cables, as follows: Connect the
Y
(luma) cable of the source to the breakout cable attached to the
top
D-type connector on the Video/S-video input card.
• • Connect the device
C
(chroma) cable of the source to the breakout cable attached to the
bottom
connector on the card.
Ensure that the Y and C cables of the S-video device are attached to the BNC connectors with the
same
number on both breakout cables.
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NOTE: The breakout cable connected to the bottom connector on the Video/S-video input card should have only the C cables of S-video devices attached.
3.
Repeat step 2 for any additional S-video devices that you want to connect.
Connector pin assignments
Top connector: Pin Function
3 4 1 2 5 6 7 8 9 CVBS or Y 1 in CVBS or Y 2 in CVBS or Y 3 in CVBS or Y 4 in CVBS or Y 5 in CVBS or Y 6 in Ground Ground Ground
Pin Function
10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground
Bottom connector: Pin Function
6 7 8 9 1 2 3 4 5 C 1 in C 2 in C 3 in C 4 in C 5 in C 6 in Ground Ground Ground
Pin Function
10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground Ground
Pin Function
19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26
Pin Function
19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 CVBS or Y 7 in CVBS or Y 8 in CVBS or Y 9 in CVBS or Y 10 in CVBS or Y 11 in CVBS or Y 12 in Ground Ground C 7 in C 8 in C 9 in C 10 in C 11 in C 12 in Ground Ground
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Video and S-video connection example
The diagram below shows an example of composite and S-video sources connected to the Video/S-video input card via breakout cables.
Video Input Card Breakout Cable Composite Video or Y of S-video C of S-video Only
IN 8 8 9 10 11 12 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Composite Composite Composite Y NOTE:
DVD TUNER CAMERA S-VIDEO DEVICE
The Y and C outputs of an S-video source must be connected to the same input number on both cables.
C
Figure 21. Video/S-video Input Card Connection Example
Breakout Cable
8 9 10 11 12 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Quantum Series Videowall Processing Systems • Installation and Maintenance 31
Analog RGB/YUV input card (Quantum Elite only)
Analog RGB/YUV cards are installed immediately to the left of the DVI cards. Connect one or two analog RGB graphics sources or HD video sources (in RGB or component YPrPb format) to the VGA connectors on this card. •
Input connectors:
The RGB/YUV input card contains two female 15-pin VGA connectors. The Quantum Control Software identifies the inputs by the connector to which they are attached. The upper connector is recognized as input 1. The bottom connector is input 2. •
Example:
The top VGA connector on the card in slot 4 is identified as 4.1.
Cables:
The recommended cable type for this RGB connection is a low-loss 75 ohms cable with a maximum length of 32 feet (10 meters). If more inputs are required, you can use multiple card frames.
The Quantum Elite 615 model can accommodate up to 14 input cards, allowing a maximum of 28 RGB or HD source inputs (two per card). The Quantum Elite 408 can accommodate up to 7 input cards, allowing a maximum of 14 RGB/YPrPb video source inputs.
Down-scaling of RGB or HD video sources
The on-board scaler provides down-scaling of RGB and HD sources. Independent horizontal and vertical scaling is possible down to 1/16 of native resolution. For example, a source of 1600x1200 pixels can be scaled down to around 100x75 pixels. More than one scaled version of each source is possible, subject to the maximum number of sources supported by the scaler. In the following table, “Real Time” refers to the number of windows that can be created without any reduction in frame rate. “Absolute” refers to the maximum number of windows that can be created.
Source Type
HD 1080i HD 1080p HD 720p UXGA SXGA+ SXGA WXGA XGA SVGA
Maximum Number of Sources Supported per Card* Real Time 50 Hz 60 Hz Absolute
7 3 8 3 5 5 7 9 15 5 2 6 3 4 4 6 7 12 64 64 64 64 64 64 64 64 64
*
Also depends on the source capacity of the RAPT bus.
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RGB/YUV connector pin assignments
The following diagram shows the pin assignments for the 15-pin high-density D-type connectors on the RGB/YUV input card.
DDC Clock 15 V-sync 14 C-sync/H-sync 13 DDC Data 12 Gnd (DDC) 11 5 Gnd (H Sync) 10 Gnd (V Sync) 4 No Connection 9 DDC 5 V DC 3 Blue 8 Gnd (Blue Return) 2 Green 7 Gnd (Green Return) 1 Red 6 Gnd (Red Return)
Figure 22. Pin Assignments for the RGB Connectors
RGB or component video connection example
The diagram below shows an example of RGB and component video sources connected to the RGB/YUV input card.
IN 10 RGB / YPrPb Source RGB / YPrPb Source Figure 23. RGB/YUV Input Card Connection Example Quantum Series Videowall Processing Systems • Installation and Maintenance 33
DVI input card (Quantum Elite only)
The DVI input cards are installed immediately to the left of the HDMI input cards in the card frame. Connect one or two DVI-D video or graphics sources to the input connectors on this card. The two DVI connectors are identical and can be used interchangeably. They provide down-scaling of sources as required.
• •
Input connectors:
The DVI input card contains two female 29-pin DVI-I connectors.
Cables:
DVI single or dual link video cables are recommended for this DVI connection, 16 feet (5 meters) maximum. (Dual link signals are not supported.) The Quantum Elite 615 model can accommodate up to 14 input cards, allowing a maximum of 28 DVI video source inputs (two per card). The Quantum Elite 408 can accommodate up to 7 input cards, allowing a maximum of 14 DVI video source inputs. If more inputs are required, multiple card frames can be used.
Connector pin assignments
The following diagram shows the pin assignments for the 29-pin DVI-I connectors on the DVI input card.
Pin Signal 1
TMDS data 2–
Pin 9 Signal
TMDS data 1–
Pin 17 Signal
TMDS data 0–
2
TMDS data 2+
10
TMDS data 1+
18
TMDS data 0+
3
Ground (2/4)
4
Not used
5
Not used
11
Ground (1/3)
12
Not used
13
Not used
19
Ground (0/5)
20
Not used
21
Not used
6
DDC clock
7
DDC data
8
Not used
14
+5 V power
22
Ground (clock)
15
Ground (for 5 V)
23
TMDS clock+
16
Hot plug detect
24
TMDS clock– C2 NOTE: The analog pins (C1 through C5, shown at right) are not enabled.
C1 C5 C3 C4
Figure 24. DVI Input Connector Pin Assignments
1 8 9 17 24 Female DVI Connector
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DVI input card connection example
The following diagram shows an example of DVI sources connected to the DVI input card.
IN 12 DVI Source DVI Source Figure 25. DVI Input Connection Example
HDMI Input Card (all models)
The HDMI input cards are installed immediately to the left of the SDI cards in the card frame of a Quantum Elite. On the Quantum Connect models, HDMI input cards are preinstalled and cannot be removed or replaced. They are HDCP-compliant when used with Quantum HDMI output cards and HDCP-compliant displays. Connect one or two HDMI video or graphics sources to the input connectors on this card. The two HDMI connectors are identical and can be used interchangeably. They provide down-scaling of sources as required.
NOTE: The HDMI connectors also support DVI signals. Appropriate HDMI to DVI cables or adapters are required for DVI signal input on this card. • • •
Input connectors:
The HDMI input card has two female HDMI type A connectors.
Cables:
HDMI single or dual link video cables are recommended for this HDMI connection, 25 feet (7.6 meters) maximum. (Dual link signals are not supported.)
HDCP Compliance LEDs:
compliance: The HDMI input card contains two tri-color LEDs (one for each connector) that light to indicate the HDMI source signal status and HDCP
Input LED Color
Off Red Green Amber
Status Definition
No signal Unsupported signal Unencrypted HDMI or DVI signal HDCP encrypted HDMI or DVI signal
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• •
HDMI LockIt Cable Lacing bracket:
An Extron LockIt cable lacing bracket is provided with the Quantum to enable you to secure the HDMI device cable to the HDMI input connector to prevent intermittent or complete signal loss due to a loose cable connection. Above each connector is a hole into which an HDMI connection mounting screw (provided) can be inserted to attach the lacing bracket to the Quantum rear panel. (See the provided
LockIt HDMI Lacing Bracket
HDMI OU 3 TPU T
Top Mounted
Installation Guide
card for more information on attaching the bracket.) The Quantum Elite 615 can accommodate up to 14 input cards, allowing a maximum of 28 HDMI video source inputs (two per card). The Quantum Elite 408 and the Quantum Connect can each have up to 7 HDMI input cards, with a maximum of 14 HDMI video inputs. If more inputs are required, multiple card frames can be used.
HDMI connector pin assignments
Pin Signal 1
TMDS data 2+
2
TMDS data 2 shield
3
TMDS data 2–
Pin Signal 7
TMDS data 0+
8
TMDS data 0 shield
9
TMDS data 0–
Pin Signal 13
CEC*
14
Reserved (NC)
15
SCL (DDC clock)
4
TMDS data 1+
5
TMDS data 1 shield
6
TMDS data 1–
10
TMDS clock+
11
TMDS clock shield
12
TMDS clock– *Not supported
Figure 26. HDMI Connector Pin Assignments 16
SDA (DDC data)
17
DDC/CEC ground
18
+5 V power
19
Hot plug detect 19 1 18 2
HDMI
Type A Receptacle (Female) 1 19 2
HDMI
18 Type A Plug (Male)
HDMI input card connection diagram
Figure 26 shows a diagram of HDMI sources connected to the HDMI input card.
IN 13 HDMI Source HDMI Source Figure 27. HDMI Input Connection Example Quantum Series Videowall Processing Systems • Installation and Maintenance 36
3G-SDI Input Card (Quantum Elite only)
Connect one or two 3G-SDI, HD-SDI, or SD-SDI video or graphics sources to the input connectors on this card (in any combination of SDI signal types). These cards are installed immediately to the left of the output cards in the card frame.
NOTE: The Quantum detects the SDI input signal format (3G-SDI, HD-SDI, or SD-SDI) and sets the input to support it.
• •
Input connectors:
The SDI input card has two female HD-BNC connectors.
Adapter cables:
For each SDI card, two female BNC-to-male HD-BNC adapter cables are provided to enable connection of devices with standard BNC cabling to the HD-BNC connectors on the card.
• •
Motion adaptive deinterlacing:
The SDI card features an advanced deinterlacing process, which ensures that NTSC, PAL, and 1080i sources are supported and deinterlaced properly prior to being placed onto the RAPT bus. By default, deinterlacing is enabled. To save bandwidth on the RAPT bus if deinterlacing is not a priority, you can disable the deinterlacing.
Film mode detection:
All advanced film mode cadences are supported and can be automatically detected (see the
Quantum Control Software User Guide
for information on enabling and disabling film mode auto-detection).
The Quantum Elite 615 can accommodate up to 14 input cards, allowing a maximum of 28 SDI video source inputs (two per card). The Quantum Elite 408 and the Quantum Connect can each have up to 7 SDI input cards, with a maximum of 14 SDI video inputs. If more inputs are required, multiple card frames can be used.
Input resolutions
The SDI card supports the following SMPTE input resolutions:
Resolution Refresh Rates (Hz)
480i 576i 720p 1080i 1080p 59.94
50 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60 50, 59.94, 60 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60
on the next page shows a diagram of SDI sources connected to the SDI input card.
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SDI input card connection example
HD-BNC to Standard BNC Adapter Cable
IN 14
HD-BNC to Standard BNC Adapter Cable
SDI Source SDI Source Figure 28. SDI Input Connection Example Quantum Series Videowall Processing Systems • Installation and Maintenance 38
Output Cards
The Quantum DVI-I and HDMI output cards provide the final output to a display device. They integrate all inputs to be displayed in a layout that you define using the control software (see the
Quantum Control Software User Guide
for information on using the program to set up displays). They also provide up-scaling of sources.
The HDMI output cards are HDCP-compliant when used with Quantum HDMI input cards and HDCP-compliant displays.
Source signals are delivered to the output cards via either the RAPT or the PCI bus. •
Connectors:
The output cards contain either two female 29-pin DVI-I connectors or two female type A HDMI connectors, to which you can connect one or two display devices. Each output channel is capable of driving a standalone display device or one screen element in a videowall.
NOTE: You can also connect DVI display devices to the HDMI output connectors using a DVI-to-HDMI cable or adapter.
• • • The Quantum Control Software identifies the outputs by the connector to which they are attached. The upper connector is recognized as output 1; the bottom connector, as output 2.
HDMI LockIt bracket:
An Extron LockIt cable lacing bracket is provided with the Quantum to enable you to secure the HDMI device cable to the HDMI output connector (see the provided
LockIt HDMI Lacing Bracket Installation Guide
card for information on attaching the bracket).
Signal formats:
The output signal format can be analog (RGB on DVI-I connectors) or digital (DVI or HDMI), with resolutions from VGA (640x480) to WXGA (1920x1200) or 1080p (1920x1080) and refresh rates up to 60 Hz.
Cables:
The recommended cable types for the output connections are: •
Digital signals:
• • •
DVI:
Single or dual link digital video cable with a maximum length of 16 feet (5 meters).
HDMI:
Singlelink high-speed HDMI video cable with a maximum length of 25 feet (7.6 meters).
Analog signals:
DVI to analog video cable with a maximum length of 32 feet (10 meters).
Output card locations
Place the first output card in the
first
slot on the
right
(slot 15 on the Quantum Elite 615, slot 8 on the Quantum Elite 408 or the Quantum Connect). If your system has both DVI-I and HDMI output cards, install the first HDMI card in the rightmost slot. Place any additional HDMI output cards in the slots immediately to the left of the first HDMI card. Install the DVI output cards in the slots to the left of the last HDMI card. • • • The Quantum Elite 615 can accommodate up to 14 output cards, allowing a maximum of 28 display outputs.
The Quantum Elite 408 can accommodate up to 7 output cards, allowing a maximum of 14 display outputs.
The Quantum Connect 84 has 2 output cards preinstalled and the Connect 82 has 1.
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LEDs on the HDMI output card
The HDMI output card contains two tri-color LEDs (one for each connector) that light to indicate the HDMI output signal status and HDCP compliance:
Output LED Color Status Definition
Off Red Green Amber Not defined in the output array Not applicable Unencrypted (non-compliant) HDMI or DVI signal HDCP encrypted (compliant) HDMI or DVI signal
Connecting a display to the output card
You can connect up to two display devices to an output card. The top connector is for output channel 1; the bottom connector is for output channel 2.
The outputs can drive analog or digital display devices at a variety of resolutions (see the
Quantum Control Software User Guide
to configure the display connections).
When connecting an analog display, you can use either a DVI-A type connector and cable or the provided DVI-to-VGA adapter (to allow connection of a conventional 15-pin style VGA cable).
Output connector pin assignments
Figure 26 shows the pin assignments for the DVI output connectors. NOTE: The pin assignments are the same for HDMI input and output connectors (see
HDMI connector pin assignments
on page 36).
Digital Connections
1 8 9 17 24 Female DVI Connector
Analog Connections
C1 C2 C5 C3 C4 Analog Portion of DVI Connector
Pin Signal 1
TMDS data 2–
Pin 9 Signal
TMDS data 1–
Pin 17 Signal
TMDS data 0–
2
TMDS data 2+
10
TMDS data 1+
18
TMDS data 0+
3
Ground (2/4)
4
Not used
5
Not used
6
DDC clock
7
DDC data
8
Not used
11
Ground (1/3)
12
Not used
13
Not used
19 20 21
Ground (0/5) Not used Not used
14
+5 V power
22
Ground (clock)
15
Ground (for 5 V)
23
TMDS clock+
16
Hot plug detect
24
TMDS clock–
Pin Function C1
Red signal
C2
Green signal
C3
Blue signal
C4
Horizontal sync
C5
Ground
Figure 29. DVI Output Connector Pin Assignments Quantum Series Videowall Processing Systems • Installation and Maintenance 40
Source up-scaling
The on-board scaler on the output card provides up-scaling of video, RGB, DVI, HDMI, and QGE 100 sources. Independent horizontal and vertical scaling is possible up to 16 times native resolution. For example, a source of 720x486 pixels can be scaled up to approximately 11520x7776 pixels.
Card Outputs a Unity Image Input Card RAPT Bus Output Card
Source Is Not Scaled
[Unity / Native Resolution / 1:1] Card Outputs a Unity Image Input Card RAPT Bus Image Scaled Up Output Card
Ruth Dire Extron Electronics Source Is Scaled Up
[Magnification]
Figure 30. Example of a Source Displayed Full-sized and Up-scaled
NOTE: Where image files need to be up-scaled, these are rendered at the appropriate size by the graphics processor (GPU). This ensures maximum image sharpness.
Down-scaling of video, RGB, HDMI, and DVI sources is performed by a scaler on the input cards (see
on page 27 for further details).
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Output Channels
The two output channels on each card can be used to drive separate displays or individual screen elements within a larger tiled display.
In a tiled display, each output card channel pair can be configured to output any region of the overall display.
Output Channel Identification
The control software identifies each output channel by the slot number in which the output card is installed and by the card channel number (1 or 2).
For example, if two output cards are installed in slots 7 and 8, the output channels are identified as 7.1, 7.2, 8.1, and 8.2 (see the DVI example in figure 28).
Ch 7.1
Ch 8.1
Ch 7.2
Ch 8.2
OUT OUT 7 8 Figure 31. DVI Channel Identification Example
Output Channel Mapping
When connecting multi-screen displays, consider the order in which screens are connected to the various output channels.
You can use the Quantum Control Software to map any output card to any location on the target display (see the
Quantum Control Software User Guide
, available at
www.extron.com
, for details and procedures for mapping). There are three ways to use the output channels of each card and the method you choose determines how you connect each screen.
•
Dual channel horizontal
— The channels drive two screens placed side by side.
•
Dual channel vertical
— The channels drive two screens placed one above the other.
•
Single channel
— Only channel 1 is used, and channel 2 is not connected. Use this method when the maximum number of windows need to be displayed on a single screen, or if there is an odd number of screens in the array.
Choose the method (or combination of methods) that best suits the layout of the display.
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Connection and mapping examples
All of the display layout examples in figures 32 (below) and card slot in the top left corner.
show channel numbering as seen from a viewing position in front of the screen. The digits to the left of the decimal point are the slot number of the card, and the digit to the right of the decimal point is the output channel number. Note that the actual slot numbers may vary between systems, but Extron recommends that you start with the lowest numbered
Figure 32. Channel Mapping Examples for Quantum Elite 615 Quantum Series Videowall Processing Systems • Installation and Maintenance 43
Figure 33. Channel Mapping Examples for Quantum Elite 408 and Quantum Connect Quantum Series Videowall Processing Systems • Installation and Maintenance 44
Input and Output Card Arrangements
The Quantum card frames are configured to order. Therefore, the combination and position of cards varies depending on your specified configuration. At least one output card and one input card are required. Other than that, any number or combination of input and output cards can be used, depending on the number of input or output channels required and the number of available slots.
NOTE: In a standard configuration, output cards are installed in the highest numbered slots, in other words, slot 15 downwards on the Quantum Elite 615 or slot 8 downwards on the Quantum Elite 408. On the Quantum Connects, output cards are installed in slot 8 (82 models) or 7 and 8 (84 models). Input cards are installed in the remaining slots nearest the output cards.
Maximum number of inputs and outputs — Quantum Elite 615
Output Cards
9 10 11 12 13 14 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Output Channels
18 20 22 24 26 28 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16
Input Cards
6 5 4 3 2 1 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7
Video Input channels
72 60 48 36 24 12 168 156 144 132 120 108 96 84
RGB, HD, DVI, and SDI Input Channels
12 10 8 6 4 2 28 26 24 22 20 18 16 14
Maximum number of inputs and outputs — Quantum Elite 408 and Quantum Connect
Output Cards
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Output Channels
10 12 14 2 4 6 8
Input Cards
7 6 5 4 3 2 1
Video Input Channels
84 72 60 48 36 24 12
RGB, HDMI, DVI, and SDI Input Channels
14 12 10 8 6 4 2 NOTES: • • A maximum of 128 sources can be viewed simultaneously with one output card.
QGE 100 sources are transported over IP and require only a single video input card to transfer QGE data to the RAPT bus.
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Keyboard, Mouse, Monitor, USB, and Media Cards
The two cards installed in the first two slots on the right side of the rear panel contain the connectors listed below. The locations of these connectors depend on the Quantum model.
• PS/2 keyboard connector • • • Monitor connector USB ports (2) Media I and Media II network ports (Elite models only)
Connecting a PS/2 keyboard, USB mouse, and monitor
To access the Quantum Control Panel screens, connect a PS/2 or USB keyboard and USB mouse (provided) and a separate monitor (not provided) to the keyboard (or keyboard/mouse) and monitor connectors on the rear panel. The Control Panel screens enable you to perform such tasks as changing network settings, resetting the unit to
its default settings, and placing the processor in service mode (see
on page 61). The PS/2 keyboard, USB mouse, and the monitor are not required during normal operation of the processor.
NOTE: The Control Panel software resides on the Quantum processor and is used only for the system setup and trouble-shooting activities. This is not the same software as the Quantum Control Software, which is loaded on your computer for use in setting up the sources and displays and creating and managing presentations.
Keyboard and mouse PS/2 port pin assignments
Pin 1 5 6 2 3 4 Function
Data No connection Ground +5 VDC supply Clock No connection 4 6 2 1 5 3
Figure 34. Pin Assignments for the Mini DIN Keyboard and Mouse Connector Quantum Series Videowall Processing Systems • Installation and Maintenance 46
Monitor connector pin assignments
DDC Clock 15 V-sync 14 H-sync 13 DDC Data 12 No Connection 11 5 Ground (H-sync) 10 Ground (V-sync) 4 No Connection 9 +5 V Output* 3 Blue 8 Ground (Blue) 2 Green 7 Ground (Green) 1 Red 6 Ground (Red) *5 V on pin 9 is limited to 200 mA by thermal fuse.
Figure 35. Pin Assignments for the Monitor Connector
Quantum Elite 408 and Quantum Connect keyboard, mouse, and monitor connections
On the Quantum Elite 408 and the Quantum Connect, one mini DIN connector for both the keyboard and the mouse is on the last card on the right in the card cage. For a PS/2 keyboard and mouse, connect a splitter cable (provided) from this connector to the cables of the keyboard and mouse (see figure 36). For a USB keyboard and mouse, connect
them to the two USB connectors (see
on the next page). Proprietary Splitter Cable (Provided)
Figure 36. Connecting a PS/2 Keyboard, Mouse, and Monitor to a Quantum Elite 408 or a Quantum Connect Quantum Series Videowall Processing Systems • Installation and Maintenance 47
Figure 37. Connecting a USB Keyboard and Mouse to the Quantum Elite 408 or Quantum Connect
Quantum Elite 615 keyboard, mouse, and monitor connections
On the Quantum Elite 615, a mini DIN connector for the keyboard is located on the second card from the right in the card cage. The monitor connector is on the last card on the right (along with the USB connectors and the two Media network ports). Figure 35 shows how a keyboard, mouse, and monitor can be connected to a Quantum Elite 615.
Figure 38. Connecting a Keyboard and Mouse to the PS/2 and USB Ports on the Quantum Elite 615 Quantum Series Videowall Processing Systems • Installation and Maintenance 48
USB ports
All Quantum models have two USB ports, to either of which you can connect an optional USB storage device (such as a flash drive) or a USB keyboard, mouse, or both to access the Quantum Control Panel (see figure 39). Using the Control Panel screens, you can perform functions such as loading image files to the Quantum from the connected USB storage device or uploading firmware directly from the storage device to the Quantum processor (see
on page 61). NOTE: Firmware can be uploaded
only
via the USB ports.
Figure 39. Connecting a Keyboard and Mouse to the USB Ports on the Elite 615 Quantum Series Videowall Processing Systems • Installation and Maintenance 49
Media I and Media II network ports (Quantum Elite models only)
The Media I and Media II network ports allow the Quantum Elite to be connected to external Ethernet LANs or WANs in order to access remote QGE 100 RGB sources or network-based files or media.
NOTE: The Quantum Connect processor does not support the use of the Media I and Media II ports. Quantum Elite 615
Figure 40.
Quantum Elite 408
Media I and Media II Ports on Quantum Elite Models
Capturing QGE 100 RGB Graphics Sources
You can capture applications running on remote computers by using the QGE 100 Quantum Graphics Encoder, which provides for efficient, lossless transportation of RGB computer graphics over a standard IP network. The QGE 100 is a hardware-based graphics capture device that connects between the source computer and its keyboard, mouse, and the monitor. It allows the Quantum Elite to capture the desktop of the source computer and display it on the target display. On average, the QGE streams data at approximately 5 to 10 frames per second. It is best suited to sources with low to moderate motion content.
QGE 100 sources are delivered to the Quantum over an IP network. The Video/S-video input card transfers source data from the PCI bus to the RAPT bus. For this reason, at least one Video/S-video input card must be installed in every Quantum Elite card frame to use QGE sources. NOTE: By using the QGE 100 lossless compression, RGB data bandwidth is dramatically reduced and results in more efficient use of the RAPT bus.
Connecting to the Media ports
On the Quantum Elite 615, the two Media ports are on the same card with the monitor and USB ports, installed in the first slot on the right. On the Quantum Elite 408, the network connectors are on the card that also contains the PS/2 keyboard/mouse and Monitor ports, which is in the second slot from the right. (The rightmost slot is not used.) The Ethernet port speeds are: •
Quantum Elite 615:
Media I and Media II are both 1000Base-T (gigabyte Ethernet) •
Quantum Elite 408:
Media I is 100Base-T (fast Ethernet), while Media II is 1000Base-T (gigabyte Ethernet).
Use a CAT5 STP cable to connect the Quantum to your computer or the network node
on the next page to cable these network ports).
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Ethernet Connections
The Control port on all Quantum models and the Media I and Media II network ports on the Elite models are Ethernet ports on RJ-45 connectors. The Link and Activity LEDs on these RJ-45 connectors (shown at right) indicate the status of the Ethernet connection. The green Link LED indicates that the processor is properly connected to an Ethernet LAN. This LED should light steadily. The amber ACT (Activity) LED indicates transmission of data on the connector. This LED should flicker while the Quantum communicates.
Use a CAT 5 shielded twisted pair (STP) cable to connect these ports to a computer (direct connection) or to a hub or router (indirect connection) to enable the processor to be controlled by the Quantum Control Software or to obtain image files from a QGE 100 or the Internet. Ethernet cables are limited to a length of 328 feet (100 meters).
NOTES: • Do not use standard telephone cables. Telephone cables do not support Ethernet or Fast Ethernet.
• Do not stretch or bend the cables, because this can cause transmission errors.
You can make either a direct or an indirect Ethernet connection between the Quantum and your computer or network using the appropriate cable: • •
Crossover cable
—
Direct
connection between the computer and the Quantum processor. A 6-foot (1.8 meters) crossover cable is provided with the Quantum.
Straight-through (patch) cable
—
Indirect
connection between the Quantum processor and an Ethernet LAN via a router, hub, or QC 101 controller
For more detailed information on these two types of connections, see
Direct and indirect connections
The Ethernet cable must be properly terminated for your application as either a crossover or a straight-through cable. Figure 41 shows how to wire the Ethernet connector for each connection type.
Pins:
12345678
Crossover Cable Straight-through Cable Pin End 1 Wire Color End 2 Wire Color Pin End 1 Wire Color End 2 Wire Color
Insert Twisted Pair Wires
RJ-45 Connector
1 White-green White-orange 6 7 8 4 5 2 3 Green White-orange Blue White-blue Orange White-brown Brown Orange White-green Blue White-blue Green White-brown Brown
T568A T568B
A cable that is wired as T568A at one end and T568B at the other (Tx and Rx pairs reversed) is a "crossover" cable.
1 White-orange White-orange 2 3 4 5 Orange White-green Blue White-blue Orange White-green Blue White-blue 6 7 8 Green White-brown Brown Green White-brown Brown
T568B T568B
A cable that is wired the same at both ends is called a "straight-through" cable, because no pin or pair assignments are swapped.
Figure 41. RJ-45 Connector Wiring Quantum Series Videowall Processing Systems • Installation and Maintenance 51
Front Panel Features
Each Quantum front panel is covered by an access panel, or door, which you unlatch in order to reach most of the front panel features.
Quantum Elite 615 Front Panels
Access panels — Quantum Elite 615
The Quantum Elite 615 front panel is covered by two access panels. The upper access panel covers the four fan modules. The lower access panel covers the rest of the front panel features (see
Front panel — Quantum Elite 615
Figure 42. Quantum Elite 615 Access Panels
A
Upper access panel
— Covers the top section of the front panel, which contains the four fan modules. B
Thumbscrews
— Loosen these screws by hand or using a screwdriver in order to lift the upper access panel and reach the fan modules.
C
Lower access panel
— Covers the bottom section of the front panel, which contains the card frame Power switch, the indicator LEDs, the flash drive, and the power supply units (PSUs).
D
LED windows
— Holes through which the Power and Data LEDs, which are attached to the front panel, can be seen when the lower access panel is closed.
E
Lower panel latch
— Releases the lower access panel. Rotate this latch one-quarter turn to the left, then grasp it firmly and pull outward to access the lower front panel.
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Front panel — Quantum Elite 615
The following front panel features are located behind the upper and lower access panels.
Figure 43. Quantum Elite 615 Front Panel
A B C Fans Power supply units (PSUs) Power switch D E F Flash drive bay Data LED Power indicator LED A
Fans
— These four cooling fans, located behind the upper access panel, provide forced-air ventilation, drawing air in through the upper access panel and exhausting via the rear panel vents. The fan modules are hot-swappable — if a fan fails, it can be
replaced while the unit is powered on (see
on page 57).
These fans may need to be cleaned periodically (see
Cleaning Ventilation Grilles and Filters
ATTENTION: • If a fan fails, replace it as soon as possible to avoid overheating.
• Si un ventilateur tombe en panne, remplacez-le dans les plus brefs délais afin d’éviter la surchauffe.
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Power supply units (PSUs)
— These two removable power supplies operate in a redundant configuration. They are hot-swappable — if one fails, it can be replaced while the processor is operating (see
Replacing a power supply (Quantum Elite 615 only)
the processor.
on page 58). Each PSU has a Power rocker switch that powers the PSU on and off. It is not necessary to turn these switches to Off when you power off ATTENTION: •
Both
power supplies must be powered on at all times during operation of the processor.
• • • If a power supply fails, replace it as soon as possible.
Les deux alimentations doivent être allumées en permanence pendant l’utilisation du processeur.
Si l’une des alimentations tombe en panne, remplacez-la dans les plus brefs délais.
Power switch
— This rocker switch powers the processor on and off.
ATTENTION: • • If your Quantum processor front panel contains a black rectangular
Reset
button (located directly below the Power switch),
do not
press it. Doing so could damage the operating system.
Si la face avant de votre processeur Quantum dispose d’un bouton de réinitialisation rectangulaire noir (situé juste en dessous de l’interrupteur d’alimentation), n’appuyez pas dessus. Cela pourrait endommager le système d’exploitation.
Flash drive bay
— This dual slot flash drive bay contains the following cards: •
Drive C: (top slot)
— Stores the operating system and hardware drivers.
•
Drive D: (bottom slot)
— Stores system configuration data. This card can also be used to store local source content, such as an image file containing a background for the target display. You can manage the contents of drive D: using the Control Panel (see
Data LED
— This amber LED blinks when data is being written to or read from drive D.
Power indicator LED
— This bicolor LED lights
green
when the unit is powered on and both power supplies are functioning. It lights
red
when a power supply has failed.
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Quantum Elite 408 and Quantum Connect Front Panels
Access panel — Quantum Elite 408 and Quantum Connect
The access panel is a door that covers and protects the items on the front panel of the Quantum Elite 408 and of the Quantum Connect.
Figure 44. Quantum Elite 408 Access Panel Figure 45. Quantum Connect Access Panel
A
LED windows
— Holes through which the Power and Data LEDs, which are attached to the front panel, can be seen when the access panel is closed.
B
Panel latch
— Releases the access panel. Rotate this latch one-quarter turn to the left, then grasp it firmly and pull outward to access the front panel.
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Front panel — Quantum Elite 408 and Quantum Connect
The following front panel features are located behind the access panel:
Figure 46. Quantum Elite 408 and Quantum Connect Front Panel
A B
Power indicator LED
— This green LED lights when the unit is receiving power.
Data LED
— This amber LED blinks when data is being written to or read from the hard disk drive.
C
Fans
— These two cooling fans provide forced-air ventilation, drawing air in through the access panel and exhausting via the rear panel vents. The fan modules are hot-swappable — if a fan fails, it can be replaced while the unit is powered on and operating (see
on the next page). These fans may need to be cleaned periodically (see
Cleaning Ventilation Grilles and Filters
ATTENTION: • If a fan fails, replace it as soon as possible to avoid overheating.
• Si un ventilateur tombe en panne, remplacez-le dans les plus brefs délais afin d’éviter la surchauffe.
D
Power switch
— This rocker switch powers the unit on and off. E
Hard disk drive
— This 80 GB IDE disk drive is located in a removable caddy that is locked in position by a supplied key. The drive is partitioned as follows: •
Drive C:
Contains the operating system.
•
Drive D:
Contains system configuration and image files.
You can manage the contents of the D drive using the Control Panel (see
Using the Control Panel
on page 61).
F
LCD window
— Displays a 0 that blinks while the system is powering up. When the Quantum is completely powered up, the 0 in this window remains lit steadily.
ATTENTION: • • If your Quantum processor front panel contains a black rectangular
Reset
button (located directly below the Power switch),
do not
press it. Doing so could damage the operating system.
Si la face avant de votre processeur Quantum dispose d’un bouton de réinitialisation rectangulaire noir (situé juste en dessous de l’interrupteur d’alimentation), n’appuyez pas dessus. Cela pourrait endommager le système d’exploitation.
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Maintenance Cleaning Ventilation Grilles and Filters
The front ventilation grilles and air filters should be checked periodically for dust buildup. Excess dust deposits reduce the efficiency of the cooling fans and can cause the unit to overheat.
To clean the grilles and filters, use a vacuum cleaner and, if necessary, a soft brush to remove any dust.
Removing and Replacing Components
The fan modules on all Quantum models and the power supply modules on the Quantum Elite 615 can be replaced if they should fail. These modules are hot-swappable, which means that they can be replaced while the unit is powered on and operating.
Replacing a fan
To replace a cooling fan module:
1.
Open or remove the front access panel:
2. 3.
• •
Quantum Elite 615:
Loosen the two screws on the top access panel and remove the panel.
Quantum Elite 408 and Connect:
Rotate the latch on the access panel one-quarter turn counterclockwise and pull outward on it to lower the panel.
Unplug the fan power cord:
a.
Press the retaining clip, located on the right side of the fan power cord plug, inward.
b.
Pull the plug out of the fan power connector.
Loosen the single screw from the top of the fan module.
Screw Fan Power Connector Retaining Clip Fan Power Cord
Figure 47. Removing a Fan Module Quantum Series Videowall Processing Systems • Installation and Maintenance 57
4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
Tilt the top of the fan forward, then lift the module up and out of its housing.
Place the new fan into the housing by inserting the two tabs at the bottom of the fan module into the two slots at the bottom of the opening and tilting the top of the fan back into the unit.
Press the top of the fan back into place.
Tighten the screw.
Plug the fan power cord into the connector, ensuring that the clip is on the
right
side of the connector.
Replacing a power supply (Quantum Elite 615 only)
If a power supply unit (PSU) fails on the Quantum Elite 615, an audible alarm is triggered, and the front panel Power LED lights red. In addition, the green status LED above the PSU power switch is extinguished.
NOTE: The alarm also sounds when a functioning PSU is disconnected or powered off.
To remove and replace a PSU:
1.
Rotate the latch on the lower access panel one-quarter turn counterclockwise and pull outward on it to lower the panel.
2.
Use a small screwdriver to remove the retaining screw at the left of the failed PSU.
PSU Status LED Retaining Screw PSU Power Switch Handle
3. 4. Figure 48. Power Supply Units on the Quantum Elite 615
Lift and pull out the metal handle on the PSU until the power supply comes free.
Insert the new PSU and press it firmly into place.
ATTENTION: • Ensure that the switch on the new PSU is in the Off position before installing it.
• Assurez-vous que l’interrupteur situé sur la nouvelle alimentation est en position Off avant de l’installer.
5. 6.
Replace the retaining screw.
Switch on the new PSU and check that its status LED is lit.
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Operation
When all sources, displays, and the computer or other controlling device have been connected to the cards in the card frame and set up as needed via the Control Panel and Quantum Control Software, the Quantum system is fully operational. While the processor is operating, you can continue to create and revise layouts, scenes, and window parameters using the Quantum Control Software (see the
Quantum Control Software User Guide
for the procedures). You can also change the settings available through the Control Panel. This section describes the functions you can perform while the system is operating. The following topics are covered: •
• •
Accessing the Quantum Control Software
Powering On and Off
Powering on
Before powering on the system, ensure that the provided power cord is connected between the Power connector on the Quantum rear panel and an AC source.
•
Quantum Elite 615: 1.
Unlatch and open the lower access panel.
2. 3.
Set the vertical Power rocker switches on both power supply units to
I
(On).
Set the horizontal Power rocker switch to
I
.
Power Switch PSU Power Switches I O I O
Figure 49. Power Switches on the Quantum Elite 615 Front Panel Quantum Series Videowall Processing Systems • Operation 59
•
Quantum Elite 408 and Quantum Connect: 1.
Unlatch and lower the front access panel.
2.
Press and release the bottom section of the front panel vertical Power rocker switch. While the system is powering up, the 0 in the LCD window to the right of the hard drive blinks. When the processor is completely powered up, the LCD stops blinking and remains lit steadily.
Hard Drive LCD Window POWER Power Switch
Figure 50. Power Switch on the Quantum Elite 408 and Quantum Connect
If a keyboard, mouse, and monitor are connected to the Quantum, the Control Panel boots up. When the system is completely powered up, the Control Panel screen is displayed.
Powering off
If the Control Panel is not being used, turn off power to the Quantum processor as follows: •
Quantum Elite 615:
Press the O section of the horizontal Power rocker switch. NOTE: It is not necessary to turn off the switches on the two PSUs. They can remain set to On.
•
Quantum Elite 408 and Quantum Connect:
Press and hold the bottom section of the Power rocker switch until power is off.
TIP: If a monitor is connected to the Quantum and is displaying the Control Panel, shut down the processor via the Control Panel (see
Shutting Down Using the Control Panel
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Using the Control Panel
The Quantum processor is a host device with Microsoft Windows XP embedded. The Quantum Control Panel is a Windows-based program that is resident on the Quantum internal disk or flash drive and enables you to perform various setup tasks, such as setting the processor IP address or updating its firmware.
Starting the Control Panel
To access the Quantum Control Panel:
3.
Ensure that the Quantum is powered down.
4. 5. 6. 7.
Connect a PS/2 or USB keyboard and mouse to the USB or mini-DIN connectors on the Quantum rear panel (see on page 46).
Keyboard, Mouse, Monitor, USB, and Media Cards
Connect a monitor to the 15-pin VGA connector on the rear panel Media I and II card (Quantum Elite 615) or Keyboard and Mouse card (Quantum Elite 408 and Quantum Connect). Power on the processor. The Quantum introductory screen appears on the monitor. This screen displays the name and a photograph of a Quantum processor.
On the Quantum keyboard, hold down the
Figure 51. The Quantum Control Panel Main Window 8.
Click one of the buttons at the bottom of the screen to proceed to the desired task
To close the Control Panel window, click
Close
in the upper-right corner.
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Control Panel Buttons
The following buttons give you access to setup and other functions via the Control Panel: •
Service Mode
— Enables you to access service mode, in which you can load image files onto the processor hard drive or flash drive (see “Loading Image Files (Quantum Elite Models Only,” below). NOTES: • • When you click this button, a password prompt appears. Enter bostonxpe (all lowercase letters), then click
OK
.
The factory configured passwords for all accounts on this device have been set to the device serial number. In the event of an absolute system reset, the passwords convert to the default, which is no password.
• • • • •
Network Settings
— Displays the Network Settings window, from which you can view or change the IP address and other parameters of the rear panel Control port. On the Quantum Elite models, you can also set network parameters for the Media I and Media II ports, which are used for streaming QGE 100 sources.
Compact Flash
— Lets you write-protect the flash drive (Elite 615) or the hard drive (Quantum Elite 408 and Quantum Connect). You can also save the network settings, I/O card arrangement, and so on, to the Windows XP embedded configuration.
Default Setup
— Resets the processor to its factory default settings.
Install Software
— Enables you to update the Quantum firmware on your unit.
Shutdown
— Reboots or shuts down the Quantum system.
Loading Image Files (Quantum Elite Models Only)
You can upload image files from an external USB drive to the Quantum processor to be displayed as sources on the screen and incorporated into presentations. The following image file types are supported: • • Bitmaps (.bmp) JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group) images (.jpg) • • Graphics Interchange Format bitmaps (.gif) Portable Network Graphics (.png) To upload image files to the Quantum hard drive or flash drive:
1.
Connect the external USB drive containing the images to one of the rear panel USB ports.
2. 3.
On the Quantum Control Panel window, click
Service Mode
.
On the password prompt window that opens, enter bostonxpe , then click
OK
. The Control Panel window is minimized and an RtxServer log window appears. Close or minimize this window.
NOTE: The factory configured passwords for all accounts on this device have been set to the device serial number. In the event of an absolute system reset, the passwords convert to the default, which is no password.
4. 5.
Click the
Start
button in the lower-left corner of the screen. The System window opens.
On the System window, click
My Computer
. The Quantum computer drive window opens.
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6. 7.
From the
Address
drop-down menu, select
External Drive [
X
]
for the drive containing the image files to be loaded (usually the E: drive).
Copy or move the image files to the (see the Pictures folder on the Quantum
Quantum Control Software User Guide
D: drive. The files can now be accessed via the Quantum Control Software for use in presentations for information on creating presentations).
Changing Network Settings
To change the IP addresses of the Control and Media ports:
1. 2.
On the Control Panel window, click
Network Settings
. On the Network Settings window, select the port to configure from the
Select Network Connection
drop-down menu.
NOTE: On the Quantum Connect, the only port that can be selected from this menu is the Control port.
3. 4.
Enter the new IP addresses in the following sections as desired: • • •
IP Settings section:
Enter any changes in the
IP Default Gateway
address fields;
or
select the
DHCP Enabled
check box to specify automatic assignment of these addresses.
Address
,
Subnet Mask
, and
Machine Name:
If desired, enter a name of 1 to 15 characters for your Quantum processor. Only letters, numbers, and the hyphen (
-
) can be used in the name.
DNS Settings:
Enter any desired changes in the
Primary DNS Server IP
and the
Secondary DNS Server IP
address fields;
or
select the
DHCP Enabled
check box to specify automatic detection of these addresses.
•
Windows Internet Name Service (WINS) Settings:
Enter any desired changes in the
WINS Server IP
and the
Secondary WINS Server IP
address fields.
Click
OK
.
Updating Firmware
If it becomes necessary to update the firmware on your Quantum processor, Extron provides you with the firmware file (not available on the Extron website). Upload this file, named BostonCoreComponents_v
n
.
nn
.exe
(where v
n.nn
is the firmware version number) , to the unit as follows:
1.
Copy the new firmware file to an external USB drive and plug the drive into one of the Quantum rear panel USB ports.
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2.
On the Quantum Control Panel window, click the
Install Software
button.
3. Figure 52. Install Software Button on the Control Panel Window
On the Install Software window, select
Install Software
, then click
OK
.
4. 5. 6. Figure 53. Install Software Window
On the Open window that appears, navigate to My Computer .
Double-click on
External [
X
]
drive for the drive containing the firmware executable file (usually drive E: ).
Double-click the firmware file name, ending with
.exe
, to start the installation process.
Figure 54. Open Window for Firmware File Selection Quantum Series Videowall Processing Systems • Operation 64
While the firmware file is uploading, the Installing screen shows the progress of the firmware installation.
Figure 55. Firmware File on the Control Panel Quantum D Drive
When the installation is complete, a message appears, notifying you that the processor is rebooting.
Figure 56. Rebooting Message
ATTENTION: • Wait until the opening screen appears before performing any other operations.
• Attendez jusqu’à ce que l’écran d’accueil apparaisse avant d’effectuer une quelconque opération.
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Shutting Down Using the Control Panel
When a keyboard, mouse, and monitor are attached, the Quantum can be shut down via the Control Panel. There are two methods of shutting down, depending on whether or not the Quantum is in service mode for uploading stored images.
NOTE: You can also shut down the Quantum at any time by pressing the front panel
Shutting down in normal mode
When the Quantum is
not
in service mode:
1. 2.
On the Control Panel window, click
Shut down
. On the Quantum Shutdown window that opens, select the
Shut down
radio button, then click
OK
.
3.
A message is displayed, telling you to wait until the screen is blank before powering down. After a few seconds, the processor powers off and the screen turns dark.
NOTE: If the processor does not power off, wait until the screen is blank, then press the Power switch on the front panel.
Shutting down in service mode
When the Quantum is in service mode:
1. 2. 3.
Click
Start
, in the lower-left corner.
On the System window that opens, click
Shut Down
. The Shut Down Windows dialog box opens.
From the
What do you want the computer to do?
drop-down menu, select
Shut Down
, then click
OK
. After a few seconds, the processor and the monitor turn off.
Committing the Current Settings to Flash Memory
The Control Panel enables you to commit (save) to flash memory all the current settings, including window configuration, layouts, scenes, and so on. These saved settings remain in effect the next time the Quantum is powered on. To commit the settings to memory:
1. 2. 3.
On the Quantum Control Panel window, click
Compact Flash
. The Compact Flash Control window opens.
On the Compact Flash Control window, click
Commit Settings to Compact Flash
.
A prompt window appears, telling you that the system must be rebooted for the settings to be stored and asking if you want to reboot now. Click
OK
to proceed. (To terminate this process without saving settings and rebooting, click
Cancel
.) When you click
OK
, a prompt window appears, telling you that the Quantum is rebooting.
ATTENTION: • While the processor is rebooting, do not press any keys or attempt to power off the system.
• Pendant la réinitialisation du processeur, n’appuyez sur aucune touche et n’essayez pas d’éteindre le système.
When the reboot is complete, the Quantum introductory screen is displayed. All the settings have been saved to memory and remain in effect until changed.
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Accessing the Quantum Control Software
The Windows-based Quantum Control Software enables you to configure and control the Quantum from your computer by creating a videowall project. Use this control program to display multiple image sources on single or multiple target displays. Two different control programs are provided: one for the Quantum Elite models and one for the Quantum Connect.
NOTE: The Quantum Elite Control Software does not operate with a Quantum Connect processor or vice versa.
Some features of the Quantum Control Software include: • • The user interface is organized into a series of tasks so that you can easily navigate through them and set up the videowall.
A virtual canvas provides an on-screen layout for the videowall where windows can be added, sized, and positioned.
• • Custom videowall configurations can be saved as scenes (presets) for future recall.
You can create a custom user interface so that the system operator can easily recall the scenes. See the
Quantum Control Software User Guide
for details on using this software.
Computer System Requirements
For the Quantum Control Software to function correctly and reliably, it must be installed on a computer that meets or exceeds the following criteria:
Operating System Processor Speed Memory (RAM) Hard Disk Free Space Graphics Network Card (Ethernet) Minimum
Windows XP 200 MHz 64 MB 30 MB 1024x768, 65 K colors (16-bit) 10Base-T
Recommended
Windows 7 or Windows 8 450 MHz or higher 128 MB or higher More than 30 MB 1920x1080, 16.7 M colors (32-bit) 100Base-T
Installing the Software
The control software for your model is provided on a CD with your processor (it is not available for downloading from the website). To use the software to set up the Quantum displays, install the program on your computer as follows:
1.
Insert the Quantum CD into the disk drive of your PC and wait for your external drive screen to open.
2. 3. 4. 5.
Open the folder for your Quantum product ( Quantum Elite or Quantum Connect ). Open the Quantum
Model Name
Software folder.
Double-click on the file named
Quantum Elite_SetupV
n.nn
.exe
or
Quantum Connect_SetupV
n.nn
.exe
. In the file name,
n.nn
is the software version number.
The Quantum Installation wizard opens.
Follow the instructions on the wizard screens to complete the software installation.
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Starting the Software
To start using the Quantum Control software, your computer must be connected to the RJ-45 Control connector on the Quantum rear panel (see
1.
Open the software program by one of the following methods: • Double-click the
Quantum Elite
or
Quantum Connect
icon that was placed on the desktop during installation.
• From the desktop, click
Start
>
All Programs
>
Extron Electronics
>
Quantum Elite
(or
Connect
) >
Quantum Elite
(or
Connect
).
The Quantum Control Software splash screen appears for a few seconds, followed by the main application window.
Figure 57. Quantum Main Application Screen 2.
By default, the Choose Layout screen is displayed; however, you can display other screens by clicking the task icons in the left column. Proceed to start a project (see the
Quantum Control Software User Guide
for all procedures).
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QC 101 Controller
This section describes the optional QC 101 Controller and provides instructions for connecting it and using it with the Quantum processors. Topics include: •
• •
• •
Overview of the QC 101
The QC 101 Controller is a dedicated controller for the Quantum processor. It features an embedded operating system residing on a write-protected drive partition and the Quantum Control Software preinstalled on the internal drive. When connected to a Quantum and a control device such as an Extron IP Link Pro control processor, the QC 101 can serve as an alternative to a traditional PC to create configurations and link the Quantum processor to a control system via RS-232. Two models are available: QC 101 E for Quantum Elite models and QC 101 C for the Quantum Connect. The QC 101
Figure 58. QC 101 Controller
Using the Quantum Control Software, you can create configurations on the QC 101 itself or on a standard PC and migrate them to the QC 101. Connect a display, keyboard, and mouse to the QC 101 for setup and configuration, then remove them after the system is set up. No driver or software installation is necessary, and the QC 101 automatically launches the Quantum Control Software when powered up. Through Ethernet, the QC 101 can be connected to a single Quantum Connect or Quantum Elite processor, or networked with up to eight Quantum Elite units in a large videowall system. A standard RS-232 port provides direct connection into a control system. The QC 101 Controller can be rack or furniture mounted.
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Installation and Connections QC 101 Rear Panel Connections
The rear panels of the QC 101 E and the QC 101 C are identical except for a label indicating the model (QC 101 E or QC 101 C).
100-240V ~ 0.5A MAX 50-60 Hz OUTPUTS 1 DISPLAYPORT 2 HDMI 1 2 USB CONTROL LAN 1 LAN 2 OUTPUTS VGA 3 REMOTE RESET Tx Rx G RS-232
A B C D
DisplayPort output connector USB connectors LAN connectors
Figure 59.
E F G H
VGA output connector Remote RS-232 connector Power button
AC power connector
— Connect the supplied IEC power cord between this male IEC connector and an AC power source.
DisplayPort output connector
— (Optional) Connect an external display that supports DisplayPort to this connector for use when configuring a Quantum processor using the Quantum Configuration Software.
USB connectors
— Connect a mouse and keyboard (or a keyboard and mouse combination), and a flash drive (if needed), to these two connectors to create and save Quantum Elite or Connect configuration project files (see the
Quantum Control Software User Guide
, available at
www.extron.com
for details on using the Quantum Configuration Software).
LAN connectors
— These two RJ-45 connectors support 10/100/1000 Base-T. Connect either of these ports to a LAN or directly to the Control connector on a Quantum chassis to enable communication with the processor.
NOTE: The QC 100 must be connected to the same subnet as the Quantum processors.
RGBHV output connector
Software.
— (Optional) Connect an RGB display to this 15-pin VGA connector for use when configuring the system using the Quantum Configuration
Remote RS-232 connector
— Connect a control system (such as an Extron IPCP or IPL Pro Control Processor) to this 3-pole captive screw connector for remote control of the videowall via RS-232 (see the
Quantum Control Software User Guide
for the commands).
Power button
— Using a small screwdriver or stylus, press this recessed button momentarily to safely shut down the controller. Pressing and holding the button for 5 seconds forces a hard shutdown of the QC 101.
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HDMI output connector
— (Optional) Connect an external display that supports HDMI to this connector for use when configuring a Quantum processor using the Quantum Configuration Software.
NOTE: The LED and recessed button labeled
Reset
are not functional on this product.
Installation Overview
Follow these steps to install and set up the QC 101 to control a Quantum videowall system:
1.
Disconnect power from all equipment.
2.
(Optional) Mount the unit to a rack or furniture, following the instructions provided with
on page 80).
3.
Connect a display to the VGA, HDMI, or DisplayPort output connector (see
B , E , or H on the previous page) to use while creating configuration projects for the Quantum.
,
4. 5. 6.
Connect the keyboard and mouse (or a keyboard and mouse combination) to one or
both of the USB connectors (see
C projects using the Quantum Control Software. If desired, connect a flash drive to either USB port to store the projects you create.
) to use while creating configuration Connect a straight-through Ethernet cable between one of the QC 101 LAN ports (see
D ) and the network or the Quantum rear panel Control connector. If connecting through a LAN, ensure that the QC 101 and all Quantum processors are on the same subnet. See
wiring Ethernet cables.
Connect a control device (such as an Extron IPL Pro control processor) to the Remote
, F ) for remote control of the Quantum system via R-type commands. See
on page 72 to connect to this port. See the
Quantum Control Software User Guide
, available at
www.extron.com
, for a list and description of the available R-type commands.
7. 8.
Connect AC power to the QC 101 rear panel IEC connector. Connect power to all other devices in the system.
Power on the Quantum chassis and all other connected devices.
Connectivity Options
Using a straight-through cable, you can connect the QC 101 to a Quantum processor by either of the following methods: • Directly from a QC 101 LAN port to the Quantum Control connector on the rear panel (see figure 60).
DATA
RS-232 Ethernet
R IPCP PRO 250 eBUS S RTS LIMIT CTS Tx COM Rx OVER 1 2 IR/S 1 I/O 2 3 4 RELAYS 1 IR 1000 LINK ACT 2
Control System E
CONFIG PWR SSD LAN A LAN B QC 101
Controller
QC 101 QUANTUM CONTROLLER QUANTUM CONNECT 408 VIDEO WALL PROCESSOR Quantum Connect
Videowall Processor
Figure 60. QC 101 Direct Connection Quantum Series Videowall Processing Systems • QC 101 Controller 71
• Indirectly from a QC 101 LAN port to the network to which the Quantum processors are connected (see figure 61). One to eight Quantum processors can be connected to the QC 101 simultaneously. The QC 101 and all connected processors must be on the
same subnet
.
Network POWER DATA QUANTUM ELITE
Ethernet
R IPCP PRO 250 eBUS S RTS LIMIT CTS Tx COM OVER Rx 1 2 IR/S 1 I/O 2 3 4 RELAYS 1 IR 1000 LINK ACT 2
Control System RS-232
PWR LAN A
Extron
QC 101
Controller
QC 101 QUANTUM CONTROLLER
Ethernet
LINK HOST
Network Switch Ethernet
POWER DATA QUANTUM ELITE POWER DATA QUANTUM ELITE Quantum Elite
Videowall Processors
Figure 61. QC 101 Indirect (Network) Connection
Connecting for RS-232 Control
To send control commands to the Quantum processor via the QC 101 controller, connect a control device (such as the Extron IPL Pro or IPCP Pro control processors) to the Remote RS-232 port on the QC 101 rear panel (see
F , on page 70). To connect a control system to the QC 101 RS-232 port:
1. 2.
If the provided 3-pole captive screw connector is not already plugged into the RS-232 port on the rear panel, attach it.
Wire an unterminated RS-232 cable to the attached 3-pole captive screw connector as follows:
a.
Connect the transmit wire to the left pin, which plugs into the Tx (transmit) port.
b.
Connect the receive wire to the middle pin, which plugs into the Rx (receive) port.
c.
Connect the ground wire to the last pin, which plugs into the ground port, marked with G.
3.
Connect the other end of the RS-232 cable to the serial (Com) port of the control processor.
See
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RS-232 QC 101 Rear Panel RS-232 Port Tx Rx G 1 2 3 NOTES:
• If you use cable that has a drain wire, tie the drain wire to ground at both ends.
• Connect a ground wire between the QC 101 and the control system.
Ground (G) Receive (Rx) Transmit (Tx) Transmit (Tx) Receive (Rx)
Figure 62. Connecting to the RS-232 Port Control System RS-232 Port
Configuring the QC 101
After you have made all necessary connections, you are ready to configure the QC 101 to control the Quantum processor as follows:
1. 2.
).
Start a Quantum project using the Quantum Control Software. See
Accessing the Quantum Control Software
on page 67 to load the software. See the
Quantum Control Software User Guide
, available at
www.extron.com
, to create a project.
3.
Configure the RS-232 connection (see
Configuring the RS-232 Connection
on page 76).
Setting the QC 101 IP Address
The QC 101 controller is a host device with an embedded operating system. To communicate with the Quantum processor, the QC 101 must be on the same network and subnet as all the Quantum processors in the system. To set the QC 101 IP address, you need a keyboard and mouse connected to one or both of the USB ports and a monitor connected to one of the output ports.
1.
Do either of the following: • On the QC 101 Start screen, click the
Network Connections
icon (shown at right), or • On the desktop screen, double-click the
Network Connections
shortcut icon on the desktop.
The Network Connections window opens.
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2.
On the Network Connections window, right-click the name of the LAN port currently in use.
3. 4. Figure 63. Selecting a LAN Port
From the LAN pop-up menu, select
Properties
. On the LAN properties dialog box, scroll to locate and select the
Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)
checkbox (see figure 63, button ( 2 ). 1 , and click the
Properties Figure 64. LAN Properties Dialog Box Quantum Series Videowall Processing Systems • QC 101 Controller 74
5.
In the Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) Properties dialog box, enter the desired IP address parameters and click
OK
. The IP address must be on the same subnet as those of the Quantum processors.
6. Figure 65. Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) Properties Dialog Box
In the QC 101 Shell window, click the
Commit C Drive
button (see figure 65, 1 ).
7. Figure 66. Commit C Drive Button on the QC 101 Shell Window
On the confirmation prompt that opens, click
OK
to save the address changes to the hard drive and reboot the controller.
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Configuring the RS-232 Connection
To set up the RS-232 connection between the QC 101 and a control system:
1.
Create a new project or upload an existing one.
• If creating a new project, see the
Quantum Control Software User Guide
for detailed instructions. Save the project to the QC 101 D: drive.
NOTE: The C: drive on the QC 101 is write-protected. Therefore, content on the C: drive that is created or changed is not saved when power is cycled to the QC 101. Save any new or changed projects on the controller to the D: drive or to a flash drive attached to one of the USB ports on the QC 101 rear panel.
2. 3.
• If uploading an existing project project.
that was created on a PC, copy the project file directly to the QC 101 D: drive and double-click its filename to open the Test presets and input switching within the Quantum Control Software to ensure that the project is satisfactory.
Set up the RS-232 connection to the control system as follows:
a. b. c. d.
In the Quantum Control Software window, click
Communications Setup
on the left Taskbar panel.
On the Communications Setup screen, select
COM1
in the Devices panel (see figure 66, 1 ). In the Port Settings panel ( system being used.
2 ), enter the settings required by the control In the Serial Commands panel ( 3 ), select the
Input
and
Output
checkboxes to enable commands to be received from the control system via RS-232.
4. 5. Figure 67. Configuring RS-232 Communication
Re-save the project file to the D: drive.
In the QC 101 processors.
Shell window, click
Commit C Drive
to reboot the QC 101, then confirm that the project file has been loaded and connected to the Quantum
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Front Panel Indicators
After the QC 101 has been connected and configured, no user operation is necessary. The front panel contains four green LEDs that provide status on QC 101 activity.
E
CONFIG PWR SSD LAN A LAN B QC 101 QUANTUM CONTROLLER
A Pwr LED B LAN 1 LED
Figure 68. QC 101 Front Panel
C D LAN 2 LED Disk drive activity LED A
Power (Pwr) LED
— Indicates power status to the unit: •
Unlit
— Power is off.
•
Blinking
— The system configuration files are booting (the unit is not operational).
•
Lit steadily
— Power is on and the unit is operational.
B
LAN 1 LED and
C
LAN 2 LED
— Indicate the activity of the two Ethernet ports: •
Unlit
— No data or network connection is detected.
•
Blinking
— A network link has been established and data is being transmitted or received by the port.
•
Lit steadily
— A network link has been established, but no network activity is present.
D
Disk Drive LED
—Indicates the activity of the internal disk drive: •
Unlit
— There is no disk drive activity.
•
Blinking
— There is activity on the disk drive.
NOTE: The USB Config port on this panel is not used on this product.
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Reference Information
This section contains reference information about the Quantum products. Topics that are covered include: •
•
Mounting UL Guidelines for Rack Mounting
The following Underwriters Laboratories (UL) guidelines pertain to the installation of the Quantum processor into a rack: • •
Elevated operating ambient temperature
closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the operating ambient temperature of the rack environment may be greater than room ambient. Therefore, consider installing the equipment in an environment compatible with the maximum ambient temperature (TMA) of 95 ºF (35 ºC). — If the equipment is installed in a
Reduced air flow
— Install the equipment in the rack so that the amount of air flow required for safe operation of the equipment is not compromised. • •
Mechanical loading
— Mount the equipment in the rack so that uneven mechanical loading does not create a hazardous condition.
Circuit overloading
— When connecting the equipment to the supply circuit, consider the connection of the equipment to the supply circuit and the effect that circuit overloading might have on overcurrent protection and supply wiring. Consider equipment nameplate ratings when addressing this concern. •
Reliable earthing (grounding)
— Maintain reliable grounding of rack-mounted equipment. Pay particular attention to supply connections other than direct connections to the branch circuit (such as the use of power strips).
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Rack Mounting the Quantum Processor
The Quantum processor can be placed on a tabletop or mounted in a rack (recommended).
CAUTION: The Quantum processor is very heavy. When it is fully populated with input and output cards, its weight can be: • •
Quantum Elite 615:
Up to 61 lbs (27.5 kg)
Quantum Elite 408 and Quantum Connect:
Up to 38.6 lbs (17.5 kg). It is strongly recommended that you seek assistance with lifting or moving the unit.
ATTENTION : Le processeur Quantum est très lourd. Lorsqu’il est entièrement équipé de cartes d’entrée et de sortie, son poids peut être : • •
Quantum Elite 615 :
jusque 27,5 kg (61 lbs)
Quantum Elite 408 et Quantum Connect :
jusque 17,5 kg (38.6 lbs). Il est fortement recommandé que vous soyez assisté lorsque vous soulevez ou que vous déplacez l’unité.
Rack Mounting Requirements for Quantum
In addition to the UL guidelines (see
UL Guidelines for Rack Mounting
page), observe the following when mounting the processor:
Support
Always use additional support at the sides or rear of the Quantum unit, attached to both the front and rear rack posts. Ensure that the shelf or other mounting accessories can support the full weight of the unit.
ATTENTION: •
Do not
rely on the processor mounting flanges to support the full weight of the unit. These must be used only to secure the unit within the rack.
• • • Ne comptez pas sur les oreilles de rackage du processeur pour soutenir tout le poids de l’appareil. Celles-ci doivent seulement être utilisées pour bloquer l’unité à l’intérieur du rack.
Do not
stand other units directly on top of the processor when it is rack mounted because this can overload the mountings.
N’installez pas d’autres produits directement au-dessus du processeur lorsque celui-ci est monté en rack : cela risquerait de surcharger les éléments de montage.
Ventilation
Ensure that sufficient airflow is provided to satisfy the ventilation requirements of
all
items of equipment installed in the rack. A ventilation gap of at least 4 inches (10 cm) must be left between the front and rear panels of the Quantum and adjacent surfaces or equipment.
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Rack mounting procedure for Quantum
The Quantum processors are housed in rack-mountable metal enclosures with mounting flanges for standard 19-inch racks. Mount the processor as follows (see figure 69):
1.
Insert the unit into the rack, aligning the holes in the mounting flanges with those in the rack.
2.
Secure the processor to the rack using the supplied bolts.
Figure 69. Rack Mounting the Quantum Processor
ATTENTION: • • Because of the weight of the Quantum processor, you may need to provide additional support for the unit from the back.
Du fait du poids du processeur Quantum, il peut être nécessaire d’ajouter un support supplémentaire à l’arrière de l’unité.
Mounting the QC 101
The QC 101 can be placed on a table, desk, or podium (attach the provided rubber feet) or mounted on a standard 19-inches wide rack shelf. To rack mount the unit, see the instructions provided with the mounting kit.
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Network Setup What is an IP Address?
An IP address is a 32-bit binary number that is used to identify each device on an Ethernet network. This number is usually four decimal numbers (called “octets”), each in the range of 0 to 255 and separated by dots, such as 198.123.34.240. This is called “dotted decimal notation.” An IP address is divided into two parts: a
network identifier
and a
host identifier
.
Each address on a given network must have the same network identifier value but a unique host identifier. As a result, there are different classes that define the range of valid addresses and which parts of the address are used for the network and host identifiers. The most common IP address classes are:
Class Name
Class A Class B Class C
Valid Address Range
0.0.0.1 to 127.255.255.254
128.0.0.1 to 191.255.255.254
192.0.0.1 to 223.255.255.254
Identifier Arrangement
NNN.HHH.HHH.HHH
NNN.NNN.HHH.HHH
NNN.NNN.NNN.HHH
NNN
refers to the network identifier and
HHH
refers to the host identifier.
Choosing IP Addresses
If the computer and Quantum processor are directly connected or connected via their own independent network, follow the guidelines below for choosing the IP addresses.
However, if you intend to connect your computer and Quantum processors to an existing network, notify the network administrator and ask him or her to allocate suitable IP addresses.
On an independent network, it is generally recommended that you use the Class C format (from 192.0.0.1 to 223.255.255.254).
There are two rules for choosing IP addresses: • • The network identifier must be the same for each IP address.
The host identifier must be unique for each address.
Applying these rules to Class C addresses, the first three decimal values of your IP address must all be the same, while the last value is used to uniquely identify each device.
The following is an example of a
valid
Class C addressing scheme:
Device
Computer running Quantum Control Software Quantum processor 1 Quantum processor 2
IP Address
192.168.180.41
192.168.180.42
192.168.180.43
NOTE: The host identifiers (41, 42, and 43 in the above example) do not need to be sequential or in any particular order. However, it is recommended that you group the numbers for simplicity.
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The following is an example of an
invalid
Class C addressing scheme:
Device
Computer running Quantum Control Software Quantum processor 1 Quantum processor 2
IP Address
192.168.180.41
168.192.180.42
209.100.180.43
NOTE: The above addresses are invalid because the network identifier for each address is not the same even though each IP address is unique.
You can perform a test from your computer to check that a device at a particular address
is responding correctly or to determine its address (see
Subnet Mask
The subnet mask is another 32-bit binary number that is used to “mask” certain bits of the IP address. This provides a method of extending the number of network options for a given IP address. It works by allowing part of the host identifier to be used as a subnet identifier.
It is important that you set the correct value for the subnet mask. The basic values depend on the class of IP address being used.
Class Name Subnet Mask
Class A Class B Class C 255.0.0.0
255.255.0.0
255.255.255.0
See
on the next page for more information.
Pinging for the IP Address
To access the Quantum via the Ethernet port, you need the processor IP address. If the address has been changed to an address comprised of words and characters, the actual numeric IP address can be determined using the Ping utility. If the address has not been changed, the factory-specified default is 192.168.254.254.
Pinging to determine the Extron IP address
The Microsoft Ping utility is available at the command prompt. Ping tests the Ethernet interface between the computer and the processor. It can also be used to determine the actual numeric IP address from an alias and determine the web address. To ping the processor:
1. 2. 3. Windows XP:
From the Windows
Start
menu, select
Run...
.
Windows 7:
Click the
Start
button on the Windows taskbar, then enter
Run
in the search field.
Windows 8:
On the Start screen, enter
Run
in the search field.
In the
Open
text field, enter command .
Click
OK
. A command window opens.
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4.
At the command prompt, enter ping
IP address
. The computer returns a display similar to the one shown in figure 70.
The Pinging ...
line reports the actual numeric IP address, regardless of whether you entered the address or an alias name.
Figure 70. Ping Response
Pinging to determine the Web IP address
The Ping utility has a modifier, -a , that directs the command to return the Web address rather than the numeric IP address.
At the prompt, enter ping -a
IP address
. The display that the computer returns is similar to the Ping response shown in figure 70, except that when you specify the -a modifier, the line Pinging mail...
reports the web IP address instead of the numeric IP address, regardless of whether you entered the actual numeric IP address or an alias name.
Subnetting, a Primer
A subnet is a
sub
set of a subnet masks and octets.
net
work — a set of IP devices that have portions of their IP addresses in common. It is not the purpose of this guide to describe TCP/IP protocol in detail. However, some understanding of TCP/IP subnetting is necessary in order to understand the interaction of the Quantum and the mail server gateway. To understand subnetting at the level required to install and operate the Quantum, you must understand the concepts of a gateway, local and remote devices, IP addresses and octets, and
Gateways
The Quantum can communicate with the e-mail server that it uses for e-mail notification directly (if they are on the same subnet), or the communication can be routed via a gateway (a computer that provides a link between different subnets).
Local and remote devices
The local and remote devices are defined from the point of view of the function being described. In this guide, subnetting is an issue when you are using the controlling computer to set TCP/IP and e-mail values for the processor. When you are setting up the variables for e-mail notification, the Quantum processor is the local device and the e-mail server is the remote device.
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IP addresses and octets
Valid IP addresses consist of four 1-, 2-, or 3-digit numeric sub-fields, called “octets,” which are separated by dots (periods) (figure 71). Each octet can be numbered from 000 through 255. Leading zeros, up to 3 digits total per octet, are optional. Values of 256 and above are invalid.
Typical IP Address: 192.168.254.254
Octets
Figure 71. IP Address and Octets
Subnet masks and octets
The subnet mask (see figure 72) is used to determine whether the local and remote devices are on the same subnet or different subnets. The subnet mask consists of four numeric octets separated by dots. Each octet can be numbered 000 through 255. Leading zeros, up to 3 digits total per octet, are optional. Each octet typically is either 255 or 0. The octets determine whether or not the same octets of two IP addresses will be compared when determining if two devices are on the same subnet.
255
indicates that this octet will be compared between two IP addresses.
Typical Subnet Mask: 255.255.0.0
Octets
0
indicates that this octet will not be compared between two IP addresses.
Figure 72. Subnet Mask and Octets
Determining whether devices are on the same subnet
To determine the subnet, the local device IP address is compared to the remote device IP
address (see figure 73). The octets of each address are compared or not, depending on
the value in the related subnet mask octet.
• If a subnet mask octet has the value 255, the related octets of the local device address and the remote device IP address are unmasked. •
Unmasked octets are compared
(indicated by
?
If the subnet mask octet has the value 0, the related octets of the local device and remote device IP addresses are masked.
Masked octets are not compared
(indicated by
X
If the unmasked octets of the two IP addresses
match
(indicated by
=
in example 1 of figure 73), the two addresses
are on the same subnet
.
If the two unmasked fields
do not match
(indicated by an unequal sign in figure 73, examples 2 and 3), the addresses
are not on the same subnet
.
Local IP Address: Subnet Mask: Remote IP Address: Match?: Example 1 192.168.254.254
255.255.0.0 (
?
.
?
.
X
.
X)
192.168.2.25
= . = .
X
.
X
— Match (Same subnet) Example 2 192.168.254.254
255.255.0.0 (
?
.
?
.
X
.
X)
190.190.2.25
≠ . ≠ .
X
.
X
— No match (Different subnet) Example 3 192.168.254.254
255.255.0.0 (
?
.
?
.
X
.
X)
192.190.2.25
= . ≠ .
X
.
X
— No match (Different subnet)
Figure 73. Comparing the IP Addresses Quantum Series Videowall Processing Systems • Reference Information
Extron Warranty
Extron Electronics warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three years from the date of purchase. In the event of malfunction during the warranty period attributable directly to faulty workmanship and/or materials, Extron Electronics will, at its option, repair or replace said products or components, to whatever extent it shall deem necessary to restore said product to proper operating condition, provided that it is returned within the warranty period, with proof of purchase and description of malfunction to:
USA, Canada, South America, and Central America:
Extron Electronics 1230 South Lewis Street Anaheim, CA 92805 U.S.A.
Asia
:
Extron Asia Pte Ltd 135 Joo Seng Road, #04-01 PM Industrial Bldg. Singapore 368363 Singapore
Japan:
Extron Electronics, Japan Kyodo Building, 16 Ichibancho Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-0082 Japan
Europe:
Extron Europe Hanzeboulevard 10 3825 PH Amersfoort The Netherlands
China
China
:
Extron China 686 Ronghua Road Songjiang District Shanghai 201611
Middle East:
Extron Middle East Dubai Airport Free Zone F13, PO Box 293666 United Arab Emirates, Dubai
Africa:
Extron South Africa 3rd Floor, South Tower 160 Jan Smuts Avenue Rosebank 2196, South Africa This Limited Warranty does not apply if the fault has been caused by misuse, improper handling care, electrical or mechanical abuse, abnormal operating conditions, or if modifications were made to the product that were not authorized by Extron.
NOTE: If a product is defective, please call Extron and ask for an Application Engineer to receive an RA (Return Authorization) number. This will begin the repair process.
USA
: 714.491.1500 or 800.633.9876
Asia
: 65.6383.4400
Europe
: 31.33.453.4040 or 800.3987.6673
Africa
: 27.11.447.6162
Japan
: 81.3.3511.7655
Middle East
: 971.4.299.1800 Units must be returned insured, with shipping charges prepaid. If not insured, you assume the risk of loss or damage during shipment. Returned units must include the serial number and a description of the problem, as well as the name of the person to contact in case there are any questions. E xtron Electronics makes no further warranties either expressed or implied with respect to the product and its quality, performance, merchantability, or fitness for any particular use. In no event will Extron Electronics be liable for direct, indirect, or consequential damages resulting from any defect in this product even if Extron Electronics has been advised of such damage.
Please note that laws vary from state to state and country to country, and that some provisions of this warranty may not apply to you.
Contact Information
Worldwide Headquarters:
Extron USA West, 1025 E. Ball Road, Anaheim, CA 92805, 800.633.9876
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High-performance scaling
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Up to 128 windows per output card
HDCP-compliant
IP streaming
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