Fsr PATHFINDER Covers 12X8 THROUGH 32X32 User Manual

INSTALLATION AND OPERATOR’S MANUALThis guide is based on software rev. 3.0243805 LIT1168 D30 244 Bergen Boulev

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Pathfi nder Matrix 11INTRODUCTIONThe Pathfi nder Matrix family is a ground-up development aimed at bringing new capabilitie

12 Pathfi nder Matrixgain settings for each input to maintain optimal S/N ratio. Serial and IP ControlThe Pathfi nder Matrix command set is a

Pathfi nder Matrix 13APPLICATION EXAMPLESfi diSPLIT MODE APPLICATIONNATIVE MODE APPLICATION

14 Pathfi nder MatrixINSTALLATIONENVIRONMENTThe Matrix rack unit should be mounted in a rack where an AC power outlet is nearby. It is a di

Pathfi nder Matrix 15AUDIO INPUT WIRINGAUDIO OUTPUT WIRING

16 Pathfi nder MatrixRJ-45 LAN Interface CablingThis port is used to access the Pathfi nder Matrix via TCP-IP from a host computer or network.

Pathfi nder Matrix 17LCD DISPLAY MENU TREEMAIN PAGEPRESET VOLMAIN SETUPS (PRESS AND TO ENTER)INPUTSETUPOUTPUTSETUP

18 Pathfi nder MatrixUNDERSTANDING THE LCD DISPLAYESCAPESELECTPATHFINDERPRESET VOLLCD SCREEN: The visual interface for the Pathfi nder Matrix

Pathfi nder Matrix 19FRONT AND REAR PANEL VIEWS(Not all models are shown. Visit the FSR website document library for deta

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20 Pathfi nder MatrixINPUT SELECTLCD DISPLAYLCD FUNCTION BUTTONSSOURCE SELECTBUTTONS - PUSHSIMULTANEOUSLYTO ENTER PROGRAMMODEPFD-16x16-RGBAE

Pathfi nder Matrix 21INPUT SELECTOUTPUT SELECTLCD DISPLAYLCD FUNCTION BUTTONSSOURCE SELECTBUTTONS - PUSHSIMULTANEOUSLYTO

22 Pathfi nder MatrixPRINT LABEL STRIP FROM CD-ROM,FILE NAME : MATRIX LABEL.DOTINSTALLING THE LEGEND LABEL ASSEMBLY

Pathfi nder Matrix 23SETUP MODEMAIN SETUP MENU PAGEThe Pathfi nder Matrix is initially setup from the front panel LCD scree

24 Pathfi nder MatrixINPUT NUMBER This function is used to select which input to setup. At the “>“ prompt either press an input button to

Pathfi nder Matrix 25The screen will look like this:ESCAPESELECTSPLIT SETUPA RGB>B RGBC RGBSAVEThe "A-B-C" (

26 Pathfi nder MatrixOUTPUT SETUP MENU PAGEThere are three differences between the input and output setup screens. One is that on the input

Pathfi nder Matrix 27VIDEO TYPEA unique feature of the Pathfi nder Matrix series is the ability to confi gure outputs (and i

28 Pathfi nder MatrixSYSTEM SETUP MENU PAGESYSTEM SETUP MENU PAGE allows the user to view and set system parameters from the front panel. Th

Pathfi nder Matrix 29The set time and date screen looks like this:ESCAPESELECTSET TIME/DATETIMEDATESAVE01/01/0101:00 amThe

Pathfi nder Matrix 3Contact and Warranty InformationCopyright© FSR Inc. May 6, 2010 12:50 PMAll rights reserved. No part

30 Pathfi nder MatrixDUET TCPIP/IP SETUPTCPIP/IP-DUET SETUP brings up a screen that looks like this.ESCAPESELECTAMX DUET>DHCPMC 00-50-C2-9

Pathfi nder Matrix 31LCD APPEARANCE SETUPFRONT PANEL SETUP brings up the following screen:ESCAPESELECTFRONT PANEL SETUPCON

32 Pathfi nder MatrixPRESET SETUP MENU PAGEAll Pathfi nder Matrix models are capable of storing up to 32 presets. A stored preset is a saved

Pathfi nder Matrix 33 To add or remove only certain selected outputs to the preset:To include only certain outputs into t

34 Pathfi nder MatrixESCAPESELECTSELECTED PRESETOUTPUT NUMBER 0701CVDCNCSVDB02SVDA02AUDNC In this example above, output 7 is setup as a S-V

Pathfi nder Matrix 35The PRESET HANDLER screen appears. A preset number can now be selected by either using the up down a

36 Pathfi nder MatrixOPERATING MODE The main purpose of the matrix is to connect inputs to outputs; the front panel is one method of accompli

Pathfi nder Matrix 37The user will normally press an input button fi rst, when that happens if the input is not split it wi

38 Pathfi nder MatrixVOLUME HANDLING PAGETo adjust output audio levels the user would select the VOL button on the main screen. The Output Au

Pathfi nder Matrix 39EXECUTING PRESETSAt the main screen pressing the PRESET button will display the PRESET HANDLER scree

4 Pathfi nder MatrixWarrantyAll video products are designed and tested to the highest quality standards and are backed by a full 3-year parts

40 Pathfi nder MatrixFACTORY RESETThe user can perform a factory reset from the front panel by selecting RESET MATRIX from the MAIN SETUPS ME

Pathfi nder Matrix 41PATHFINDER WITH EAGLE CONTROLLER SETUP Confi guring the Pathfi nder 1.) The Pathfi nder is confi gured

42 Pathfi nder MatrixTurn on "Remote Control / DHCP" on each Eagle 200 switcher/ scaler used in the system as shown below

Pathfi nder Matrix 432A.) System ResetIt is always a good idea to start with a system in a known state. Doing a system r

44 Pathfi nder MatrixBACKNAVADJSYSTEM RESETRESETALLDeviceAll Detected E200sReset OptionSOFTReset TypeThe System Reset Menu enables you to per

Pathfi nder Matrix 452B.) Destination SetupThe next step is to setup the destinations, the Eagle 200s. Since it is possi

46 Pathfi nder MatrixDestination: Sets the destination that you want to defi ne. Choices are 1 - 4 (standard destinations), and Aux 1 - 4. Th

Pathfi nder Matrix 472C.) Router SetupThe Router Setup is used to confi gure the Controller to control the Pathfi nder. HO

48 Pathfi nder MatrixBACKNAVADJETHERNET SETUPIP Address 192.168.0.243NEXTIP QUAD23IP Port NumberTESTCOMMSet the IP Address to 192.168.0.243 u

Pathfi nder Matrix 49You then start to defi ne which outputs to use for which Eagle 200, you only need 2 outputs per Eagle

Pathfi nder Matrix 5Operators Safety SummaryThe general safety information in this summary is for operating personnel.Do N

50 Pathfi nder Matrix2E.) Input Patch SetupThe INPUT SOURCE PATCH screen is used to defi ne the input sources available on the Pathfi nder tha

Pathfi nder Matrix 512G.) Input SetupThis menu used to setup the input formats and types. This menu is accessed from th

52 Pathfi nder Matrix2H.) Save SetupsThe last step is to save the system, press the “BACK” button until the Home Screen is displayed. It wi

Pathfi nder Matrix 53Updating SoftwareSoftware Update Overview For a “new” software update, following is an overview of

54 Pathfi nder MatrixUpdating Pathfi nder Matrix SoftwareUse the following steps to update Pathfi nder Matrix Analog Router software.Ensure t

Pathfi nder Matrix 55Click on Next to bring up this screen:Click on install to bring up this screen and start the Loader i

56 Pathfi nder MatrixWhen the installation is completed the following screen will appear. Check the box if you wish to launch the program an

Pathfi nder Matrix 57Use the pull-down menu shown below to select an available Comm Port and begin the updateThe error pop

58 Pathfi nder MatrixWhen the loader application locates a good Comm Port, the following screen will appear. It will indicate the current v

Pathfi nder Matrix 59When the pop-up window below appears, click "OK" to confi rm and launch the Front panel upd

6 Pathfi nder MatrixTerms In This Manual and Equipment Marking WARNINGHighlights an operating procedure, practice, condition, statement, etc.

60 Pathfi nder MatrixWhen the pop-up window below appears, click "OK" to confi rm and launch the Main Processor updateClick OK to co

Pathfi nder Matrix 61When the pop-up window below appears, click "OK" to confi rm and launch the ECM Processor up

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Pathfi nder Matrix 63SPECIFICATIONSComposite and S-Video Component and RGBHVMatrix Sizes* 8x4, 8x8, 12x8, 16x8, 16x16, 16x

Pathfi nder Matrix 7Change HistoryRev Date Description Approved By4/1/10 Initial Release4/22/10 Updated feature descripti

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Pathfi nder Matrix 9TABLE OF CONTENTSCONTACT AND WARRANTY INFORMATION ..............