IP Link Ethernet Control

The MAV Plus Series is equipped with Extron's IP Link, an IP integration technology specifically engineered to meet the needs of professional A/V environments — from K-12 classrooms to large universities, businesses, and residential media systems.

IP Link is built around an integrated, high performance Web server that features global compatibility with industry standard Ethernet communication protocols, multi-user support, and GlobalViewer™ software. GlobalViewer, a Web-based application, enables a variety of asset management functions including proactive maintenance and remote technical support from any administrator authorized LAN, WAN, or Internet client.

On the MAV Plus Series, IP Link provides technical support personnel with the ability to receive service and failure messages through an e-mail-enabled cell phone, PDA, pager, or e-mail account. Utilizing IP Link, the help desk can also view embedded Web pages to manage, monitor, and troubleshoot the switcher for the following:

Asset Management

• Remotely select input and output ties for audio only, video only, or audio and video
• Name and select global I/O presets
• Set audio input and output volume levels
• Upload firmware updates via the Internet

Operating Status and Diagnostics

• Monitor primary and redundant power supply voltages
• Monitor internal product operating temperature
• Recall firmware revision and other data for improved Help Desk support
• Obtain immediate notification via e-mail for power supply failure, overheating, and other critical service information

Features

• Inputs: Video on female BNC connectors; audio on captive screw connectors

• Outputs: Video on female BNC connectors; audio on captive screw connectors

• 150 MHz (-3 dB) video bandwidth, fully loaded — Ensures switching and distribution of signals without degradation. The 150 MHz (-3 dB) rating is a worst case specification; in other words, the MAV Plus Series matrix switcher provides at least 150 MHz (-3 dB) at full performance capacitywhen one input signal drives all outputs.

• Compatible with NTSC 3.58, NTSC 4.42, PAL, and SECAM video — Provides for worldwide compatibility.

• Vertical interval switching — Enables smooth, seamless transitions when switching between synchronous video sources.

• Enhanced QS-FPC™ - QuickSwitch Front Panel Controller — Allows for touch-of-a-button input and output selection. With tri-color, backlit buttons for each input and output, operations are simplified and intuitive.

• Tri-color, backlit buttons accept custom window labels — The backlit buttons on the front panel of the MAV Plus matrix switchers can be custom-labeled for easy identification. Buttons illuminate red, green, or amber, depending on function, for ease-of-use in low-light environments.

• View I/O mode — Allows users to easily see which individual inputs and outputs are actively connected. Available from the front panel, RS-232, or via IP Link control.

• Global presets — Frequently used I/O configurations may be saved and recalled either from the QuickSwitch Front Panel Controller or RS-232 serial control. This time-saving feature allows you to set up I/O configurations and store them in memory for future use.

• Rooming — All models can be programmed to group selected outputs into specific "rooms," each with its own set of unique presets. Each room can support up to 16 outputs. A total of 10 rooms, with 10 presets per room, are available.

• Switches both balanced and unbalanced stereo audio — Accepts both signals on captive screw connectors.

• Audio input gain and attenuation — Allows users to set the level of gain or attenuation for each audio input channel, eliminating noticeable differences when switching between sources.

• Audio output volume adjustment and muting — Each individual output has volume control adjustment via the front panel, RS-232 or IP Link control. Audio output levels can be set dynamically at different levels to feed the audio amplifier, thus eliminating the need for a preamplifier in many system designs.

• Audio breakaway — Provides the capability to break an audio signal away from its corresponding video signal, allowing the audio channels to be operated as a separate matrix switcher.

• IP Link® Ethernet monitoring and control — Engineered to meet the needs of professional A/V environments, IP Link enables the MAV Plus Series to be proactively monitored and managed over a LAN, WAN, or the Internet, using standard TCP/IP protocols. IP Link provides for remote selection of input and output ties, adjustment and control of audio input and output levels, and advanced system diagnostics.

• IP Link enhanced diagnostics — Provides for monitoring of internal product operating temperature and power supply voltages, e-mail notification of power supply failure, overheating, and other critical service information.

• RS-232 and RS-422 control — Using the RS-232 and RS-422 serial control port, the MAV Plus Series can be controlled and configured via the included Windows-based control software, or integrated into third-party control systems. Extron products use the SIS™ - Simple Instruction Set command protocol, a set of basic ASCII code commands that allow for quick and easy programming. The serial port also makes it easy to install firmware updates.

• Control software — Provides a graphical, drag-and-drop interface for I/O configuration and other customization functions via RS-232 and RS-422 remote control. Also offers an emulation mode for configuration of an off-site matrix switcher. The I/O configuration may be saved for future downloading to the matrix switcher.

• Optional control panels and keypads — Provide the flexibility to control a MAV Plus Series matrix switcher from a remote location.

• Front panel security lockout — If a MAV Plus matrix switcher is installed in an unsecured environment where easy access is not desirable, a security lockout feature may be implemented. During lockout mode, a special button combination is required to operate the front panel.

• Rack-mountable metal enclosure

• Internal international power supply — The 100-240VAC, 50/60 Hz, autoswitchable, internal power supply provides worldwide power compatibility.

• Redundant power supplies — Primary and back-up power supplies are internally mounted. The power supply system is configured to automatically switch over to a hot spare power supply if the primary power supply fails. This means no loss of functionality in the event of a primary power supply malfunction.

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