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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.
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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
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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.
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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
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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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