AMX DXLink User Manual

NetLinx Programming of DXLink Transmitters and Receivers
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Instruction Manual – DXLink™ Twisted Pair Transmitters/Receiver
Common DXLink Transmitter / Receiver SEND_COMMANDs
Common NetLinx SEND_COMMANDs for the DXLink Transmitters and Receivers are provided in the
following table. These commands can be sent to any port (#3 Toggle must be set to ON).
Common NetLinx SEND-COMMANDs (Transmitters and Receivers)
Command Description
?FWVERSION
Requests the firmware
version of the
TX or RX.
Syntax:
SEND_COMMAND <DEV>,"'?FWVERSION'"
Example:
SEND_COMMAND dvRX,"'?FWVERSION'"
Returns a COMMAND of the form:
FWVERSION <version-string>
LED-DIS
Disable all LEDs to the
right of the Program
port.
Syntax:
LED-DIS
Example:
SEND_COMMAND DEVICE_1,"'LED-DIS'"
Disables all LEDs to the right of the Program port on DEVICE_1.
Note: This parameter does not get stored in non-volatile memory. LEDs are enabled
by default at each power-up.
LED-EN
Enable all LEDs to the
right of the Program
port (default).
Syntax:
LED-EN
Example:
SEND_COMMAND DEVICE_1,"'LED-EN'"
Enables all LEDs to the right of the Program port on DEVICE_1.
REBOOT
Reboot the module.
Syntax:
REBOOT
Example:
SEND_COMMAND DEVICE_1,"'REBOOT'"
Reboots DEVICE_1.
SET_NDX_DESC
Set Friendly name and
location for NDP.
Syntax:
SET_NDX_DESC-friendly name:location
Max of 25 characters for friendly name and max of 25 characters for location. If more
than 25 characters are sent for either friendly name or location, they will be truncated
to a max of 25 characters.
Neither the friendly name nor the location should contain a “:” character, as that is
used as a delimiter.
Note: This command requires a reboot to enable new settings.

AMX DXLink Specifications

General

Category	Receiver
Dimensions	Varies by model
Weight	Varies by model
HDCP Compliance	Yes
Video Input Signal	HDMI
Control	RS-232, IR, Ethernet
Input Connector	HDMI
Output Connector	HDMI
Operating Temperature	0° to 50° C
Humidity	10% to 90% non-condensing
Storage Temperature	-20° to 70° C

Summary

Instruction Manual

ESD Warning

Guidance on preventing damage from electrostatic discharge to sensitive components.

Important Safety Information and Instructions

Essential safety precautions for installing and operating AMX products.

Product Overview and Specifications

HDMI Video Specifications

Detailed specifications for HDMI video signal types, resolutions, and formats.

Analog Video Specifications

Specifications for analog video inputs on Multi-Format TX, Wallplate TX, and Decor Wallplate TX.

Local Audio Specifications

Specifications for local audio inputs and outputs for TX and RX modules.

Installation and Setup

Functions of DXLink Transmitters and Receivers

Important Power Considerations for Enova DGX Endpoint Systems

Key considerations for powering DXLink modules with Enova DGX systems.

Attaching a Ground Wire to DXLink Transmitters/Receivers

Multi-Format TX or HDMI TX – Attaching Signal, Transport, and Control Cables

Multi-Format TX or HDMI TX – Applying Power

Instructions for applying power to Multi-Format TX and HDMI TX modules.

HDMI RX – Applying Power

Instructions for applying power to the HDMI RX module.

Serial Data Transfer and IR Flow Control

HDMI RX Scaling Button and Scaling Modes

Network Configuration

Factory Default Parameters

Reset the Factory Default Settings

Procedure to reset a Transmitter or Receiver to its factory default settings.

NetLinx Programming of DXLink Transmitters and Receivers

DXLink Receiver Video SEND_COMMANDs

List and syntax for video SEND_COMMANDs for DXLink receivers.

DXLink Receiver Audio SEND_COMMANDs

List and syntax for audio SEND_COMMANDs for DXLink receivers.

DXLink Transmitter Video SEND_COMMANDs

List and syntax for video SEND_COMMANDs for DXLink transmitters.

DXLink Transmitter Audio SEND_COMMANDs

List and syntax for audio SEND_COMMANDs for DXLink transmitters.

IR SEND_COMMANDs

Troubleshooting

Overview

Basic Troubleshooting

General steps for diagnosing and resolving basic DXLink issues.

Power Issues

Troubleshooting steps for power-related problems with DXLink devices.

DXLink Connection Issues

Methods for diagnosing and resolving DXLink connection problems.

Network Setup Issues

Appendix A – Upgrading the Firmware

Preparing for KIT File Transfers in an Endpoint System

Steps to prepare an endpoint system for KIT file transfer.

Preparing for KIT File Transfers in an Extender System

Steps to prepare an extender system for KIT file transfer.

Important Upgrade Information

Crucial information and cautions regarding firmware upgrade procedures.

Transferring KIT Files

Detailed instructions for transferring KIT files to DXLink devices.

Appendix B – Telnet (Terminal) Commands

Establishing a Terminal Connection Via Telnet

Telnet Commands

List of commands that can be sent directly to DXLink devices via Telnet.

Master Connection Modes

Appendix C – Virtual NetLinx Master

Overview Virtual NetLinx Master (Masterless)

Setting PC to Static IP Address

Steps to configure the PC with a static IP address for Virtual Master setup.

Creating a Virtual Master

Instructions for creating a Virtual Master within NetLinx Studio.

Preparing a DXLink Module to Work with a Virtual Master

Steps to configure DXLink modules for connection with a Virtual Master.

Appendix H – EDID Programming

DGX Configuration Software Overview

DXLink Connection to PC

EDID Programmer View

Writing EDID Data to a DXLink Transmitter’s HD-15 (VGA) Input Connector