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Enova DGX 100 Series - Overview25
- Applicability Notice25
- DGX Digital Media Switchers & Standard Video Input and Output Boards25
- Enova DGX Expansion Boards27
  - Audio Switching Board (ASB-DAN and ASB) Sets27
  - Enova DGX Audio Insert/Extract Board27
    - Important Notes on Using Expansion Boards28
- Integrated Netlinx NX Master Functionality28
- Enova DGX Netlinx and Control Specifications30
- Configuration Information and Control Options30
- Enova DGX 100 Series and Enova DGX 8/16/32/64: Differences32
- System Diagnostic Options33
  - System Configuration Interface - Status Page33
  - DGX_SHELL Commands33
- Instagate Pro Technology34
Dgx 80035
- Front Panel35
  - Power Indicator LED Behavior35
- Rear Panel35
  - Power Supplies (X2)35
- Specifications36
Dgx 160037
- Front Panel37
  - Power Indicator LED Behavior37
- Rear Panel37
  - Power Supplies (X2)37
- Specifications38
Dgx 320039
- Front Panel39
  - Power Indicator LED Behavior39
- Rear Panel39
  - Power Supplies (X2)39
- Specifications40
Dgx 640041
- Front Panel41
  - Power Indicator LED Behavior41
- Rear Panel42
  - Power Supplies (X4)42
- Specifications43
Installation and Setup44
- DGX Enclosure MAC Address / Serial Number44
- Dxlink Fiber Boards44
- Safety Recommendations for Laser Products44
- General Hazard Precautions44
  - Elevated Operating Temperature44
  - Airflow Restriction44
  - Mechanical (Rack) Loading45
  - Circuit Overloading45
  - Reliable Earthing (Grounding)45
- Site Recommendations45
  - Environment45
  - Chassis Accessibility45
  - Power45
- System Setup with Transmitters and Receivers45
  - Options for System Setup with Dxlink Twisted Pair45
  - Options for System Setup with Dxlink Twisted Pair 4K46
  - Options for System Setup with Dxlink Fiber46
- Unpacking46
  - Unpacking Tips46
- Rack Installation and System Setup47
  - Required Items47
  - Optional Items47
  - Recommendations47
  - Installation Procedure47
- Rack-Mounting Enova DGX 100 Series Enclosures48
  - Rack-Mounting DGX 6400 Enclosures48
  - Rack-Mounting DGX 800/1600/3200 Enclosures49
  - Installing Boards, Connecting Devices and Powering up the DGX Enclosure49
  - Special Information for Audio Expansion Boards49
    - Installation Options50
  - Attaching Cable Management Bars50
- Attaching Video Input and Output Cables51
  - Enova DGX 80051
  - Enova DGX 160051
  - Enova DGX 320051
  - Enova DGX 640051
  - Cabling Specific Connector Types51
  - Input and Output Signal Cables51
- Wiring Audio Inputs and Outputs52
- System Setup for Using the Integrated Netlinx NX Master52
  - System Setup Overview52
  - RJ-45 Ports53
  - IP Protocols Used by the Enova DGX Integrated Controller54
- Avoiding Network (Ethernet) Loops55
  - Connecting an Enova DGX to a Public LAN Via the LAN 100/1000 Port56
- Confirming Board Versions56
- System Configuration Interface Setup57
  - System Requirements57
  - Logging on to the System Configuration Interface and Executing a Test Switch57
    - Additional Setup Options57
- Audio Control and Signal Processing Options58
  - Audio Switching Boards (ASB)58
- Establishing Serial Communication with a PC Via the Program Port58
  - Program Port58
    - Cable Requirements58
    - Program Port Leds - Modes and LED Blink Patterns58
- Attaching an Axlink Device59
  - Axlink LED59
  - Using the Axlink Connector for Data and Power59
  - Axlink Device Numbering59
  - Setting an Axlink Device Address60
  - Axlink Power Measurement and Control60
  - Axlink Port Diagnostics60
- Using the ID Pushbutton60
  - Toggling between DHCP and Static IP Addressing60
  - Resetting the Factory Default Settings60
  - Restoring the Factory Firmware Image and Factory Default Settings61
- Program Run Disable (PRD) Mode61
  - Setting the Config DIP Switch to Place the Integrated Master in PRD Mode61
- Troubleshooting and Technical Support61
  - Troubleshooting61
  - Contacting Technical Support62
    - AMX Contact Information62
Applying Power and Startup63
- Overview63
- Power Budget Planning for Systems with Dxlink Twisted Pair Boards63
- Complete Power Redundancy Setup63
  - Power-Up Sequence63
- Applying Power64
  - Indicator Lights at Startup64
- Redundant Power Supply (RPS)65
  - Power Supply Troubleshooting65
Cpu/Control Board (All DGX 100 Series Enclosures)66
- Overview66
Control Panel67
- Overview67
- Control Keys and Dial67
- Input and Output Keys68
- Executing Switches70
  - Executing a Test Switch70
  - Controlling Switches on Systems with Audio Switching Boards70
- Changing the Virtual Matrix71
- Disconnecting Switches71
  - Disconnecting Inputs and Outputs71
- Verifying Signal Status72
- Defining and Executing Global Presets72
- Locking and Unlocking74
  - Locking the Control Panel74
  - Unlocking the Control Panel74
- Adjusting Audio (Systems with Audio Switching Boards Only)74
- Setup Options76
- System Error Codes and Troubleshooting79
4K60 HDMI Input & Output Boards81
- Overview81
- Signal Routing81
- Enova DGX 4K60 4:4:4 HDMI Input Board - Specifications83
- Enova DGX 4K60 4:4:4 HDMI Output Board - Specifications84
- 4K60 HDMI Board Default EDID Resolutions Supported through Local DDC85
  - HDMI DTD (Detailed Timing Descriptor)85
  - HDMI CTA Video Information Code (VIC) Formats85
    - Audio Data Block86
- 4K60 HDMI Board EDID Resolutions - 50 Hz and 60 Hz Modes86
- Attaching HDMI Connectors88
- Executing a Test Switch for an HDMI Board88
- HDCP Support on Enova DGX 4K60 Switchers88
- Video Troubleshooting89
- Audio Troubleshooting91
  - Determining the Dxlink Transmitter Source Audio Port94
  - Audio Format Support on Enova DGX Boards94
HDMI Input & Output Boards95
- Overview95
- Signal Routing95
  - Instagate Pro and Smartscale96
- Enova DGX HDMI Input Board - Specifications96
- Enova DGX HDMI Output Board - Specifications99
- HDMI Board EDID Resolutions Supported Via Local DDC100
- 4K HDMI Board EDID Resolutions Supported through Local DDC101
- Attaching HDMI Connectors103
- Executing a Test Switch for an HDMI Board103
- HDCP Support on Enova DGX Switchers103
- Video Troubleshooting104
- Audio Troubleshooting105
  - Audio Format Support on Enova DGX Boards105
DVI Input & Output Boards106
- Overview106
- Signal Routing106
  - Instagate Pro and Smartscale106
  - Audio Support on DVI Boards107
- Enova DGX DVI Boards - Specifications107
- EDID Resolutions Supported through Local DDC108
- Connecting DVI Inputs and Outputs109
- DVI Pinout110
- Troubleshooting Video110
- Troubleshooting Audio111
  - Audio Format Support on Enova DGX Boards111
Dxlink Twisted Pair Input and Output Boards112
- Overview112
- Signal Routing112
  - HDCP Compliance112
  - Instagate Pro Technology113
- Dxlink - Twisted Pair Boards Specifications113
  - Compatible AMX Dxlink - Twisted Pair Transmitters and Receiver113
  - Compatible AMX Solecis Digital Switchers (1 Output Per Switcher)113
- EDID Resolutions Supported through Local DDC114
- System Setup with Dxlink Transmitters and Receivers116
- Power Budget Planning for Enova DGX 3200 with Dxlink Boards118
- Configuring Dxlink Endpoints for Communication with a Master120
  - Best Practices for Configuration120
  - DIP Switch Toggles120
- Auto-Setup121
- Serial Data Transfer and IR Flow Control122
- Dxlink Twisted Pair / Dxlink Twisted Pair 4K Compatibility122
- Troubleshooting Audio122
Dxlink Twisted Pair 4K Input and Output Boards123
- Overview123
- Signal Routing123
  - HDCP Compliance124
  - Instagate Pro Technology124
- Dxlink Twisted Pair 4K Boards Specifications124
  - Compatible AMX Dxlink- Twisted Pair 4K Transmitters and Receivers124
  - Compatible AMX Solecis 4K Digital Switchers (1 Output Per Switcher)124
- EDID Resolutions Supported through Local DDC125
- System Setup with Dxlink Twisted Pair 4K Transmitters and Receivers127
- Power Budget Planning for Enova DGX 3200 with Dxlink Boards129
- Configuring Dxlink Endpoints for Communication with a Master131
  - Best Practices for Configuration131
  - DIP Switch Toggles131
- Auto-Setup132
- Dxlink Twisted Pair / Dxlink Twisted Pair 4K Compatibility133
  - Troubleshooting133
Dxlink Fiber Input & Output Boards134
- Overview134
  - Dxlink Fiber Boards, Duplex134
  - Dxlink Fiber Boards, Simplex134
- Warning: Optical Fiber Products135
  - OSHA Directive135
- Signal Routing135
  - HDCP Compliance135
  - Instagate Pro Technology135
- Dxlink Fiber Hardware Compatibility135
  - Compatible Dxlink Fiber Transmitters and Receivers135
- Dxlink Fiber Directional Modes136
- Enova DGX Dxlink Fiber Boards Specifications136
- EDID Resolutions Supported through Local DDC138
- System Setup with Dxlink Fiber, Duplex and Simplex Units139
  - Destination Device Support Problems140
- Connecting Switching Systems with Dxlink Fiber Connectors140
- Attaching Cables140
- Fiber Optic Transceiver Leds in Duplex and Simplex Hardware142
  - Transceiver Leds in Bidirectional Mode - Duplex Only142
  - Transceiver Leds in Unidirectional Mode - Simplex (Default) or Duplex (Configurable)143
- Duplex Hardware Directional Mode Configuration143
- Configuring Dxlink Endpoints for Communication with a Master144
  - Auto-Setup144
  - DIP Switch Toggles144
- Auto-Setup145
- Serial Data Transfer and IR Flow Control146
- Replacing an SFP+ Fiber Optic Transceiver147
- Dxlink Fiber Troubleshooting148
Dante Audio Switching Boards150
- Overview150
- Dante Audio Switching Boards Specifications152
- System Examples153
- Dante Audio Switching Board Numbering Overlays156
  - Applying Dante ASB Overlays to Numbering Plates156
    - Dante Audio Switching Board Overlay Placement156
- Enova DGX Dante ASB to Dante Subscription Mapping157
- Attaching Cables158
- Routing Audio Signals160
- Testing/Checking Audio Signal Routing161
- Digital Signal Processing (DSP)161
  - Input and Output Digital Signal Processing161
- Down-MIX Audio Input162
  - Dante Audio Switching Board Down-MIX Input162
    - Supported Down-MIX Input Formats162
  - Routing the Down-MIX Input162
    - Down-MIX Send_Commands162
- Dante Audio Switching Board Troubleshooting162
ASB Audio Switching Boards164
- Overview164
- Rules for System Setup164
- Enova DGX Model Specific Audio Switching Board Location165
- Enova DGX Audio Switching Boards - Specifications166
- System Examples167
- Audio Switching Board Numbering Overlays168
  - Applying ASB Overlays to Numbering Plates168
    - Audio Switching Board Overlay Placement169
- Attaching Wires/Cables169
- Routing Audio Signals171
- Testing/Checking Audio Signal Routing172
- Digital Signal Processing (DSP)172
  - Input and Output Digital Signal Processing173
  - Stereo Audio173
- Down-MIX Audio Input173
  - Audio Switching Board Down-MIX Input173
    - Supported Down-MIX Input Formats173
  - Routing the Down-MIX Input174
    - Down-MIX Send_Commands174
- Audio Switching Board Troubleshooting174
AIE Audio Insert/Extract Boards175
- Overview175
- Rules for System Setup175
  - Enova DGX Model Specific AIE Notes176
- Enova DGX Audio Insert/Extract Boards - Specifications176
- System Examples177
- Setting Audio Connectors to Insert or Extract178
- Removing an AIE Board179
- Setting the DIP Switches180
  - Enable/Disable DIP Switches180
  - Extract/Insert DIP Switches180
- Reinstalling an AIE Board180
- Enova DGX 6400 Only - AIE Board Numbering Overlays181
  - Applying Overlays to AIE Board Faceplates181
- Attaching Wires181
  - Wiring AIE Boards181
  - Wiring Audio Connectors182
- Testing/Checking the Insert/Extract Functionality182
- AIE Board Troubleshooting182
  - Options for Wiring AIE to Balanced Audio Input Device183
    - Standard Wiring183
    - If Necessary - Wiring to Eliminate Buzzing183
- Accessing the System Configuration Interface184
  - Username and Password184
- System Configuration Interface Tips184
System Configuration Interface184
- Overview184
- Menu Bar185
- Home Page185
- Switching Page185
- Configuration Page189
- Status Page200
  - System Configuration Interface Tips201
Netlinx Studio202
- Overview202
- Installing Netlinx Studio and Connecting to a Master202
- Confirming Board Versions203
  - Confirm Board Versions203
- Sending a Firmware .Kit File to the Enclosure203
- Enabling Control Characters in a Terminal or Telnet Session203
- Netlinx Studio Tips203
Integrated Master - Netlinx Programming204
- Overview204
  - Device Numbering204
- Enclosure Port Mapping205
  - Enova DGX 800 Port Mapping205
  - Enova DGX 1600 Port Mapping205
  - Enova DGX 3200 Port Mapping206
  - Enova DGX 6400 Port Mapping207
- Netlinx Channels and Levels208
  - Netlinx Channels208
  - Netlinx Levels209
- Digital Media Switchers: Send_Commands209
  - Note the Following Port Information209
- Auto_Setup210
  - Switcher Send_Commands210
- ?Fg211
  - Fan_Alarm211
  - Fan_Speed211
  - Ifconfig211
  - Input211
  - Model212
  - Output212
  - Power_Alarm212
  - Reboot212
  - Temp212
  - Temp_Alarm212
  - VI<Input>O<Output212
- Ifconfig211
- Standard Input/Output Boards: Send_Commands213
  - Variables for I# and O213
  - Standard Input Send_Commands213
- Audin_Digital213
- Audin_Name214
- Vidin_Edid214
  - Audin_Status214
  - Vidin_Cable_Connected214
  - Vidin_Edid_Data214
  - Vidin_Format215
  - Vidin_Hdcp215
  - Hdcpstatus215
  - Vidin_Name215
- Vidin_Edid_Data215
- Vidin_Hdcp215
- Vidin_Name216
  - Standard Output Send_Commands216
    - Audout_Encoding216
- Audout_Name216
- Vidin_Pref_Edid216
- Vidin_Res_Ref216
- Vidin_Status216
- Vidout_Aspect_Ratio217
- Vidout_Blank217
- Vidout_Blocked217
- Vidout_Brightness217
- Vidout_Cable_Connected217
- Vidout_Contrast218
- Vidout_Edid_Data218
- Vidout_Edid_List218
- Vidout_Format218
- Vidout_Freeze218
- Vidout_Hdcp_Status218
- Vidout_Mute219
- Vidout_Name219
- Vidout_Osd219
- Vidout_Osd_Color219
- Vidout_Osd_Color220
- Vidout_Osd_Pos220
- Vidout_Res_Ref220
- Vidout_Scale220
- ?Vidout_Sleep221
- Vidout_Sleep221
- Vidout_Sleep_Delay221
- Vidout_Status221
- Vidout_Testpat221
Dxlink Input and Output Boards: Send_Commands222
- Audin_Format222
- Audin_Format_Auto222
- Audout_Format222
- Dxlinkin_Link_Status222
- Dxlinkout_Link_Status222
- Dxlinkin_Quality223
- Dxlinkout_Quality223
- Dxlinkin_Quality_Alarm223
- Dxlinkout_Quality_Alarm223
- Vidin_Auto_Select223
- Vidin_Hshift223
- Vidin_Phase224
- Vidin_Vshift224
Audio Switching Boards: Send_Commands225
- Audin_Compression225
- Audin_Compression_Attack225
  - Audin_Compression_Ratio225
  - Audin_Compression_Release226
  - Audin_Compression_Thresh226
  - Audin_Gain226
  - Audin_Stereo226
  - Audio Output Send_Commands227
  - Audio Switching Board Down-MIX Send_Commands231
  - Dxlink Endpoint Send_Commands232
    - Endpoint_Tx_Icslan_Port232
    - Endpoint_Rx_Icslan_Port232
  - Netlinx NX Master Telnet Commands232
- Audin_Compression_Ratio226
- Audin_Compression_Release226
- Audin_Compression_Thresh226
- Audin_Gain226
- Audin_Stereo227
- Audout_Eq_Cf227
- Audout_Balance227
- Audout_Delay228
- Audout_Eq_Ft228
- Audout_Eq_Gain228
- Audout_Eq_Mode229
- Audout_Eq_Q229
- Audout_Maxvol229
- Audout_Minvol229
- Audout_Stereo230
- Audout_Testtone230
- ?Audout_Volume231
- Audout_Testtone_Enable231
- Down-Mix_Dolby_Drc231
- Down-Mix_Source231
- Hdmiout_Audio232
- Endpoint_Tx_Icslan_Port232
- Endpoint_Rx_Icslan_Port232
- Program233
- Overview234
- Preparation Checklist for Firmware Upgrade234
  - Preparation Checklist234
- Sending Firmware (*.KIT) Files to the Enova DGX234
  - Master Upgrade236
  - Enova DGX 100 Series Upgrade (Offline Upgrade)236
Firmware Upgrade & Info for Network Admin234
- Changing the Proxy Setting237
  - Adding an Exception to the Proxy Settings237
- Checking Cache Settings in a Web Browser238
Appendix A - Adding or Replacing Boards239
- Overview239
- Input and Output Boards239
- Expansion Boards240
- Procedure Overview240
  - Items Required240
- Safety Recommendations for Laser Products240
- Adding or Replacing a Board241
  - To Remove and Replace an Enova DGX Board241
- Board Troubleshooting243
  - Problems with Board Power up243
Appendix B - Replacing Battery on CPU244
- Overview244
- Removing and Installing the CPU Battery244
Appendix C - DGX_SHELL Commands247
- Overview247
- Entering the DGX_SHELL Terminal Interface247
  - Switching between DGX_SHELL and BCS Interfaces248
  - Product to Board Slot Correspondence248
- ?249
- Basic DGX_SHELL Commands249
- Sc253
  - Reset253
  - Set253
- Su254
Appendix D - Telnet Communication with DGX CPU256
- Overview256
- Enabling the Telnet Session256
  - Enabling the Telnet Session Via Netlinx Studio256
  - Enabling the Telnet Session Via DGX_SHELL Commands256
- Using the Telnet Connection256
  - Launching the Telnet Session256
- Telnet Default Communication257
- Disabling the Telnet Session257
  - Via Netlinx Studio257
  - Via DGX_SHELL Command257
- Confirming Telnet Session Is Enabled/Disabled258
  - Via Netlinx Studio258
  - Via Serial Connection258
Appendix E - Upgrading/Downgrading the System259
- Overview259
- Downgrade Sequence Overview266
- Software Installation on PC and Enova DGX Connection270
Appendix F - DGX Configuration Software270
- Overview270
  - PC System Requirements for DGX Configuration Software V1.0.6270
- Scaler Mode View272
- Scaler Override View273
- EDID Programmer View276
- Device between HDMI Output Board and Monitor280
  - Reading EDID Directly from Monitor and Applying Override Values to Output280
- HDCP Settings View281
  - Enabling/Disabling HDCP Support for HDMI, 4K HDMI, or DVI Input281
- Terminal View281
- External Serial Control Via USB Control Port283
  - Attaching a PC to the USB (Mini-B) Port and Establishing a Virtual COM Port283
Appendix G - External Serial Controllers283
- Overview283
- External Serial Control Options283
  - BCS Control283
  - Third-Party Controllers283
- External Serial Control Via DB-9 Control Port286
- Terminal Emulation Via Netlinx Studio287
Appendix H - Supported Output Resolutions288
- ICSP Settable Output Resolutions288
- Digital Video Output Resolution Support289

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