User Guide

Matrix Switchers

DXP HD 4K Series
4K HDMI Switchers

68-2759-01 Rev. E
06 19
Safety Instructions
Safety Instructions • English Istruzioni di sicurezza • Italiano

WARNING: This symbol, , when used on the product, is intended to AVVERTENZA: Il simbolo, , se usato sul prodotto, serve ad
alert the user of the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the avvertire l’utente della presenza di tensione non isolata pericolosa
product’s enclosure that may present a risk of electric shock. all’interno del contenitore del prodotto che può costituire un rischio di
scosse elettriche.
ATTENTION: This symbol, , when used on the product, is intended
to alert the user of important operating and maintenance (servicing) ATTENTZIONE: Il simbolo, , se usato sul prodotto, serve ad avvertire
instructions in the literature provided with the equipment. l’utente della presenza di importanti istruzioni di funzionamento e
manutenzione nella documentazione fornita con l’apparecchio.
For information on safety guidelines, regulatory compliances, EMI/EMF
compatibility, accessibility, and related topics, see the Extron Safety and Per informazioni su parametri di sicurezza, conformità alle normative,
Regulatory Compliance Guide, part number 68-290-01, on the Extron compatibilità EMI/EMF, accessibilità e argomenti simili, fare riferimento
website, www.extron.com. alla Guida alla conformità normativa e di sicurezza di Extron, cod. articolo
68‑290‑01, sul sito web di Extron, www.extron.com.

Sicherheitsanweisungen • Deutsch
I
WARNUNG: Dieses Symbol auf dem Produkt soll den Benutzer darauf
aufmerksam machen, dass im Inneren des Gehäuses dieses Produktes
gefährliche Spannungen herrschen, die nicht isoliert sind und die einen
elektrischen Schlag verursachen können.

VORSICHT: Dieses Symbol auf dem Produkt soll dem Benutzer in

der im Lieferumfang enthaltenen Dokumentation besonders wichtige
Hinweise zur Bedienung und Wartung (Instandhaltung) geben.

Weitere Informationen über die Sicherheitsrichtlinien, Produkthandhabung,

EMI/EMF-Kompatibilität, Zugänglichkeit und verwandte Themen finden Sie in
den Extron-Richtlinien für Sicherheit und Handhabung (Artikelnummer
68-290-01) auf der Extron-Website, www.extron.com.

Instrucciones de seguridad • Español

ADVERTENCIA: Este símbolo, , cuando se utiliza en el producto,
avisa al usuario de la presencia de voltaje peligroso sin aislar dentro del
producto, lo que puede representar un riesgo de descarga eléctrica.

ATENCIÓN: Este símbolo, , cuando se utiliza en el producto, avisa

al usuario de la presencia de importantes instrucciones de uso y
mantenimiento recogidas en la documentación proporcionada con el
equipo.

Para obtener información sobre directrices de seguridad, cumplimiento

de normativas, compatibilidad electromagnética, accesibilidad y temas
relacionados, consulte la Guía de cumplimiento de normativas y seguridad
de Extron, referencia 68-290-01, en el sitio Web de Extron, www.extron.com.

Instructions de sécurité • Français

AVERTISSEMENT : Ce pictogramme, , lorsqu’il est utilisé sur le
produit, signale à l’utilisateur la présence à l’intérieur du boîtier du
produit d’une tension électrique dangereuse susceptible de provoquer
un choc électrique.

ATTENTION : Ce pictogramme, , lorsqu’il est utilisé sur le produit,

signale à l’utilisateur des instructions d’utilisation ou de maintenance
importantes qui se trouvent dans la documentation fournie avec le
matériel.

Pour en savoir plus sur les règles de sécurité, la conformité à la

réglementation, la compatibilité EMI/EMF, l’accessibilité, et autres sujets
connexes, lisez les informations de sécurité et de conformité Extron, réf.
68‑290-01, sur le site Extron, www.extron.com.
Copyright
© 2014-2019 Extron Electronics. All rights reserved. www.extron.com

Trademarks
All trademarks mentioned in this guide are the properties of their respective owners.
The following registered trademarks (®), registered service marks (SM), and trademarks (TM) are the property of RGB Systems, Inc. or
Extron Electronics (see the current list of trademarks on the Terms of Use page at www.extron.com):

Registered Trademarks (®)

Extron, Cable Cubby, ControlScript, CrossPoint, DTP, eBUS, EDID Manager, EDID Minder, Flat Field, FlexOS, Glitch Free. Global
Configurator, Global Scripter, GlobalViewer, Hideaway, HyperLane, IP Intercom, IP Link, Key Minder, LinkLicense, LockIt, MediaLink,
MediaPort, NetPA, PlenumVault, PoleVault, PowerCage, PURE3, Quantum, Show Me, SoundField, SpeedMount, SpeedSwitch,
StudioStation, System INTEGRATOR, TeamWork, TouchLink, V‑Lock, VideoLounge, VN‑Matrix, VoiceLift, WallVault, WindoWall, XTP,
XTP Systems, and ZipClip
Registered Service Mark(SM) : S3 Service Support Solutions
Trademarks (™)
AAP, AFL (Accu‑Rate Frame Lock), ADSP (Advanced Digital Sync Processing), Auto‑Image, AVEdge, CableCover, CDRS (Class D
Ripple Suppression), Codec Connect, DDSP (Digital Display Sync Processing), DMI (Dynamic Motion Interpolation), Driver Configurator,
DSP Configurator, DSVP (Digital Sync Validation Processing), eLink, EQIP, Everlast, FastBite, FOX, FOXBOX, IP Intercom HelpDesk,
MAAP, MicroDigital, Opti‑Torque, PendantConnect, ProDSP, QS‑FPC (QuickSwitch Front Panel Controller), Room Agent, Scope‑Trigger,
ShareLink, SIS, Simple Instruction Set, Skew‑Free, SpeedNav, Triple‑Action Switching, True4K, Vector™ 4K , WebShare, XTRA, and
ZipCaddy
FCC Class A Notice
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. The Class A limits provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and,
if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is
likely to cause interference. This interference must be corrected at the expense of the user.
NOTES: For more information on safety guidelines, regulatory compliances, EMI/
EMF compatibility, accessibility, and related topics, see the “Extron Safety and
Regulatory Compliance Guide” on the Extron website.

Battery Notice
This product contains a battery. Do not open the unit to replace the battery. If the
battery needs replacing, return the entire unit to Extron (for the correct address, see the
Extron Warranty section on the last page of this guide).
CAUTION: Risk of explosion. Do not replace the battery with an incorrect type.
Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.
ATTENTION : Risque d’explosion. Ne pas remplacer la pile par le mauvais type de pile.
Débarrassez-vous des piles usagées selon le mode d’emploi.

VCCI-A Notice
この装置は、
クラスＡ情報技術装置です。この装置を家庭環境で使用すると、電波妨害を引き
起こすことがあります。その場合には使用者が適切な対策を講ずるよう要求されることがあります。
ＶＣＣI －Ａ
Conventions Used in this Guide

Notifications
The following notifications are used in this guide:
WARNING: Potential risk of severe injury or death.
AVERTISSEMENT : Risque potentiel de blessure grave ou de mort.
CAUTION: Risk of minor personal injury.
ATTENTION : Risque de blessure mineure.
ATTENTION:
• Risk of property damage.
• Risque de dommages matériels.
NOTE: A note draws attention to important information.

Software Commands
Commands are written in the fonts shown here:
^AR Merge Scene,,0p1 scene 1,1 ^B 51 ^W^C.0
[01] R 0004 00300 00400 00800 00600 [02] 35 [17] [03]
E X! *X1&* X2)* X2#* X2! CE}
NOTE: For commands and examples of computer or device responses used in this
guide, the character “0” is used for the number zero and “O” is the capital letter
“o.”
Computer responses and directory paths that do not have variables are written in the font
shown here:
Reply from 208.132.180.48: bytes=32 times=2ms TTL=32
C:\Program Files\Extron
Variables are written in slanted form as shown here:
ping xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx —t
SOH R Data STX Command ETB ETX
Selectable items, such as menu names, menu options, buttons, tabs, and field names are
written in the font shown here:
From the File menu, select New.
Click the OK button.

Specifications Availability
Product specifications are available on the Extron website, www.extron.com.

Extron Glossary of Terms

A glossary of terms is available at http://www.extron.com/technology/glossary.aspx.
Contents

FCC Class A Notice............................................. iv

Battery Notice..................................................... iv
Muting and Unmuting Outputs from the Front
VCCI-A Notice..................................................... iv Panel................................................................ 40
Conventions Used in this Guide............................v DXP 88 Series — Muting and Unmuting
Notifications......................................................v Outputs........................................................ 40
Software Commands........................................v DXP 1616 Series — Muting and Unmuting
Specifications Availability......................................v Outputs ....................................................... 41
Extron Glossary of Terms......................................v Viewing the Mute Status................................ 43
Locking and Unlocking the Front Panel
Introduction............................................................ 1 (Executive Modes)............................................ 43
Selecting Front Panel Lock Mode 2 or
About this Guide.................................................. 1
Toggling between Lock Modes 2 and 0........ 44
About the DXP HD 4K Series Matrix Switchers.... 1
Selecting Front Panel Lock Mode 2 or
Features.............................................................. 2 Toggling between Lock Modes 2 and 1........ 45
Application Diagrams........................................... 4 Switching from Lock Mode 1 to Lock
Mode 0......................................................... 46
Installation............................................................... 6 Resetting........................................................... 46
Rear Panels......................................................... 6 Resetting the System from the Front Panel.... 46
DXP 44, 84, and 88 HD 4K.............................. 7 Resetting Using the Rear Panel Reset
DXP 168 and 1616 HD 4K............................... 7 Button.......................................................... 48
Connecting to the LAN Port............................... 10 Selecting the Remote RS-232 Port Baud
Connecting to the Remote RS-232 Port............ 11 Rate................................................................. 50
Connecting to the USB Config Port................... 12 Setting the Button Background Illumination —
DXP 1616 Series Only...................................... 51
Securing the HDMI Connectors Using the
LockIt HDMI Cable Lacing Bracket................... 15 Troubleshooting................................................. 51
Configuration Worksheets................................. 52
Worksheet Example 1: System Equipment.... 52
Operation............................................................... 16
Worksheet Example 2: Daily Configuration..... 53
Definitions.......................................................... 16
Worksheet Example 3: Test Configuration...... 53
Front Panel Controls and Indicators................... 17
Worksheet Form............................................ 54
Button Icons — DXP 1616 Series Only.......... 21
Powering On..................................................... 22
SIS Configuration and Control......................... 55
Creating or Changing a Configuration................ 22
Creating Ties ................................................ 23 Connection Methods......................................... 55
Adding a Tie to a Set of Ties ......................... 26 Host and Matrix Switcher Communication......... 55
Removing a Tie from a Set of Ties ................ 29 Copyright Information.................................... 55
Viewing a Configuration..................................... 32 Device-Initiated Messages............................. 56
Saving and Recalling Presets............................. 36 Error Responses............................................ 57
Connection Timeouts.................................... 57
Number of Connections................................. 57

DXP HD 4K Series • Contents vii

 SIS Overview..................................................... 58 Reference Information....................................... 93
Using the Command and Response Table..... 58 Mounting the Switcher....................................... 93
Verbose Mode............................................... 58 UL Guidelines for Rack Mounting................... 93
Symbol Definitions......................................... 59 Rack Mounting Procedures........................... 94
Command and Response Table......................... 65 Making Labels Using the Button-Label
Input and Output Tie Commands.................. 65 Generator Program — DXP 1616 Series
Input Configuration Commands..................... 66 Only.................................................................. 95
EDID Commands........................................... 67 Installing the Button Label Generator
Output Configuration Commands.................. 68 Software....................................................... 95
Audio Configuration Commands.................... 69 Installing Labels in the Buttons....................... 97
Preset Commands......................................... 70 Making Labels from Paper Templates............ 97
Advanced Configuration Commands............. 73 Network Setup.................................................. 99
Device Commands........................................ 74 What is an IP Address?................................. 99
IP Control Port Commands............................ 76 Choosing IP Addresses................................. 99
Subnet Mask............................................... 100
Configuration Software...................................... 79 Pinging for the IP Address........................... 100
Connecting as a Telnet Client....................... 101
Software Installation.......................................... 79
Subnetting, a Primer.................................... 103
Device Discovery Panel.................................. 82
TCP/IP Panel................................................. 83
Offline Device Preview.................................... 84
Help File Access................................................ 85

Internal Web Page............................................... 86

Web Page Access............................................. 86
Web Page Overview.......................................... 87
Input Status Panel......................................... 88
Output Status Panel...................................... 88
Communication Settings Panel...................... 89
Device Info Panel........................................... 90
Date/Time Settings Panel.............................. 91
Passwords Panel........................................... 92

DXP HD 4K Series • Contents viii

Introduction

This section gives an overview of the Extron DXP HD 4K Series matrix switchers, describes
significant features of the series, and provides application diagrams. Topics in this section
include:
• About this Guide
• About the DXP HD 4K Series Matrix Switchers
• Features
• Application Diagrams

About this Guide

This guide contains installation, configuration, and operating information for the
DXP HD 4K Series matrix switchers. In this guide, the terms “DXP,” “switcher,” and “DXP
switcher” are used interchangeably to refer to any or all DXP HD 4K Series models.

About the DXP HD 4K Series Matrix Switchers

The DXP HD 4K Series are high performance HDMI matrix switchers for computer and
video resolutions up to 4K, including 1080p @ 60 Hz with Deep Color. They support HDMI
specifications, including data rates up to 10.2 Gbps, Deep Color up to 12-bit, 3D, and HD
lossless audio formats. Digital audio can be de-embedded from any input and assigned to
stereo outputs. The following models are available in fixed matrix sizes:
DXP 88 series
• DXP 44 HD 4K — 4 inputs by 4 outputs with 2 audio outputs
• DXP 84 HD 4K — 8 inputs by 4 outputs with 2 audio outputs
• DXP 88 HD 4K — 8 inputs by 8 outputs with 2 audio outputs
DXP 1616 series
• DXP 168 HD 4K — 16 inputs by 8 outputs with 4 audio outputs
• DXP 1616 HD 4K — 16 inputs by 16 outputs with 4 audio outputs
The DXP HD 4K Series are designed for use with computers equipped with 4K graphics
cards, media players and similar signal sources, and 4K native resolution displays. With a
maximum data rate of 10.2 Gbps, the switchers support computer and video resolutions up
to 4096x2160 @ 30 Hz with 8-bit color in 4:4:4 color space.
To maintain signal integrity, these switchers feature automatic cable equalization on inputs
and output reclocking to reshape and restore timing of the video signal at each HDMI
output. These features combined with Extron Pro Series High Speed HDMI Cables allow
longer 4K signal runs, reducing the need for additional signal conditioning equipment
by compensating for weak source signals or signal loss on long cable runs. Additionally,
+5 VDC, 250 mA power is available on the outputs for peripheral devices.

DXP HD 4K Series • Introduction 1

Features
• Supports computer and video resolutions up to 4K, including 1080p @ 60 Hz
Deep Color.
• Supports HDMI specification features, including data rates up to 10.2 Gbps, Deep
Color up to 12-bit, 3D, and HD lossless audio formats.
• HDMI audio de-embedding with digital S/PDIF and analog stereo audio
outputs — The DXP HD 4K Series can extract embedded HDMI two-channel LPCM
audio to S/PDIF digital and analog audio outputs. It can also extract Dolby or DTS
encoded bitstream audio to the S/PDIF outputs. The matrix switchers feature multiple
sets of S/PDIF and analog outputs, supporting audio assignment from any HDMI input
source.
• S/PDIF audio output — The DXP HD 4K Series includes two S/PDIF outputs for
2-channel LPCM audio or encoded standard definition bitstream audio for Dolby or DTS
multi-channel surround sound.
• HDCP compliant — Ensures display of content-protected media and interoperability
with other HDCP-compliant devices.
• User-selectable HDCP authorization — Allows individual inputs to appear HDCP
compliant or non‑HDCP compliant to the connected source, which is beneficial if the
source automatically encrypts all content when connected to an HDCP-compliant
device. Protected material is not passed in non‑HDCP mode.
• SpeedSwitch Technology provides exceptional switching speed for HDCP-encrypted
content.
• Key Minder continuously verifies HDCP compliance for quick, reliable
switching — Key Minder authenticates and maintains continuous HDCP encryption
between input and output devices to ensure quick and reliable switching in professional
AV environments, while enabling simultaneous distribution of a single source to one or
more displays.
• HDCP Visual Confirmation provides a green signal when encrypted content is
sent to a non-compliant display — A full-screen green signal is sent when HDCP-
encrypted content is transmitted to a non-HDCP compliant display, providing immediate
visual confirmation that protected content cannot be viewed on the display.
• EDID Minder automatically manages EDID communication between connected
devices — EDID Minder ensures that all sources power up properly and reliably output
content for display.
• Supports DDC transmission
• Automatic or manual color bit depth management — Automatically adjusts color
bit depth based on the display EDID, preventing color compatibility conflicts between
source and display. Alternatively, manual adjustment of the color bit depth is available
for each output.
• HDMI to DVI Interface Format Correction — Automatically reformats HDMI source
signals for output to a connected DVI display.
• Automatic cable equalization — Equalizes inputs to support signals up to 4K
resolution at greater distances.
• Automatic output reclocking — Reshapes and restores timing of HDMI signals at
each output, enabling transmission over long HDMI cables.
• Provides +5 VDC, 250 mA power on the HDMI outputs for external peripheral
devices

DXP HD 4K Series • Introduction 2

• Global presets — Up to 32 frequently used I/O configurations may be saved and
recalled using the front panel buttons, Ethernet, USB, or serial control. This time-saving
feature allows I/O configurations to be set up and stored in memory for future use.
• QS-FPC QuickSwitch Front Panel Controller — Discrete buttons for each input and
output allow for simple, intuitive operation.
• View I/O mode — Discrete LEDs or tri-color buttons for each input allows easy viewing
of actively connected inputs and outputs for ease in troubleshooting.
• Tri-color, backlit buttons (DXP 168 and 1616 HD 4K models only) — Can be
custom labeled for easy identification. The buttons illuminate red, green, or amber,
depending on function.
• Ethernet monitoring and control — Can be monitored, managed, or controlled over
a LAN, WAN, or the Internet using standard TCP/IP protocols.
• RS-232 control port — The matrix switcher can be integrated into a control system.
Extron products use the SIS (Simple Instruction Set) command protocol, a set of basic
ASCII code commands that allow for quick and easy programming.
• Product Configuration Software (PCS) — The Extron PCS software provides a
means of configuring multiple products using a single software application.
• Front panel USB configuration port — Enables setup, configuration, and firmware
updating without having to access the rear panel.
• Front panel security lockout (executive mode) — Prevents unauthorized use in
non-secure environments.
• Rack-mountable full rack width metal enclosure:
• 1U height – 4x4, 8x4, and 8x8
• 2U height – 16x8 and 16x16
• Power save modes — The DXP HD 4K series matrix switchers can be forced into
either of two low power standby modes via discrete SIS commands. In these modes,
all non-essential hardware is shut down to conserve power. Full power mode is restored
by connecting via PCS, issuing an SIS command, pressing a front panel button (mode 1
only), or cycling power.
• Highly reliable, energy-efficient internal universal power supply — Provides
worldwide power compatibility, with high demonstrated reliability and low power
consumption for reduced operating costs.

DXP HD 4K Series • Introduction 3

Application Diagrams
Satellite Receivers Blu-ray Players
PUSH PUSH

POWER GUIDE MENU RES 480 480p 720p 1080i 1080p DIRECTV HD
SELECT
DIRECTV

STANDBY/ON
PQLS HDMI OPEN/CLOSE FL OFF

USB

PUSH PUSH

DIRECTV HD

Extron
POWER GUIDE MENU RES 480 480p 720p 1080i 1080p

SELECT
DIRECTV

PUSH

POWER GUIDE MENU RES 480 480p 720p 1080i 1080p DIRECTV HD
PUSH
STANDBY/ON
PQLS HDMI OPEN/CLOSE FL OFF

USB
SMP 351
Streaming Media Processors
SELECT
DIRECTV

STANDBY/ON
PQLS HDMI OPEN/CLOSE FL OFF 100-240V --A MAX
3 OUTPUTS SMP 351
AUDIO

CPUs
HDMI HDMI B-Y

INPUTS-CH B
INPUTS-CH A
MOUSE / LOOPOUT
USB
KEYBOARD 1
L R LAN
1 DIGITAL I/O REMOTE 4
USB STORAGE RS-232 L R L AUDIO R L AUDIO R RESET
2
2 R-Y VID
1 2 3 4 G Tx Rx G /Y HDMI HDMI
50-60 Hz
1 2 3 4
WiFi

100-240V --A MAX

3 OUTPUTS SMP 351
AUDIO
HDMI HDMI B-Y

INPUTS-CH B
INPUTS-CH A
MOUSE / LOOPOUT
KEYBOARD 1
L R LAN
1 DIGITAL I/O REMOTE 4
USB STORAGE RS-232 L R L AUDIO R L AUDIO R RESET
2
2 R-Y VID
1 2 3 4 G Tx Rx G /Y HDMI HDMI
50-60 Hz
1 2 3 4
WiFi

100-240V --A MAX

3 OUTPUTS SMP 351
AUDIO
HDMI HDMI B-Y

INPUTS-CH B
INPUTS-CH A
MOUSE / LOOPOUT
KEYBOARD 1
L R LAN
1 DIGITAL I/O REMOTE 4
USB STORAGE RS-232 L R L AUDIO R L AUDIO R RESET
2
2 R-Y VID
1 2 3 4 G Tx Rx G /Y HDMI HDMI
50-60 Hz
1 2 3 4
WiFi

HDMI HDMI HDMI HDMI HDMI

DXP 1616 HD 4K AUDIO OUTPUTS

1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4

RESET
1

S/PDIF L R

REMOTE
5 6 7 8 5 6 7 8

Tx Rx G
2

OUTPUTS

OUTPUTS
INPUTS

INPUTS
Extron
9 10 11 12 9 10 11 12

LAN
100-240V ~ 1.1A MAX
3

S/PDIF L R DXP HD 4K
4K HDMI Matrix Switcher
13 14 15 16 13 14 15 16
4

50-60 Hz
with Audio De-Embedding
HDMI HDMI HDMI
HDMI
Audio
Audio Extron Audio Ethernet
IPCP Pro 550
IP Link Pro Control Processor
100-240V ~ 50-60Hz IPCP PRO 550
1 2 1 2 3 7 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 PWR OUT = 12W

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+ - + -
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T x R x G T x R x G T x R x G T x R x G RTS CTS
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TCP/IP
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DTP HDMI Extron
MPA 401-70V DTP HDMI MPA 401-70V DTP HDMI MPA 401-70V
4K 230 Tx Power 4K 230 Tx 4K 230 Tx Power
Power
DTP HDMI 230 Tx DTP HDMI 230 Tx DTP HDMI 230 Tx

INPUTS SIG LINK OVER DTP MPA 401-70V INPUTS SIG LINK OVER DTP MPA 401-70V INPUTS SIG LINK OVER DTP MPA 401-70V

Transmitter
POWER POWER POWER
12V AUDIO 12V AUDIO 12V AUDIO
RS-232 IR RS-232 IR RS-232 IR
0.7A MAX 0.7A MAX 0.7A MAX
L L L

Amplifier
REMOTE 70 V OUTPUT REMOTE 70 V OUTPUT REMOTE 70 V OUTPUT

Transmitter Transmitter Amplifier

(SUMMED) (SUMMED) (SUMMED)

Amplifier
10V 50mA 10V 50mA 10V 50mA
Tx Rx G Tx Rx POWER L (SUMMED) R Tx Rx G Tx Rx POWER L (SUMMED) R Tx Rx G Tx Rx POWER L (SUMMED) R
DTP OUT DTP OUT DTP OUT

R R R
12V V C G CLASS 2 WIRING 12V V C G CLASS 2 WIRING 12V V C G CLASS 2 WIRING
1.5A MAX INPUTS 1.5A MAX INPUTS 1.5A MAX INPUTS

CATx Cable Audio CATx Cable Audio CATx Cable Audio

up to 230' (70 m) up to 230' (70 m) up to 230' (70 m)

RS-232 Extron RS-232 Extron RS-232 Extron

FF 220T FF 220T FF 220T
HDMI Projector Flat Field HDMI Projector Flat Field HDMI Projector
Flat Field
Ceiling Ceiling Ceiling
Extron Speakers Extron Extron Speakers
DTP HDMI Speakers
OVER DTP OVER DTP

DTP HDMI OVER DTP

DTP HDMI
4K 230 Rx
RS-232 IR RS-232 IR RS-232 IR

4K 230 Rx 4K 230 Rx
Tx Rx G Tx Rx DTP HDMI 230 Rx Tx Rx G Tx Rx DTP HDMI 230 Rx Tx Rx G Tx Rx DTP HDMI 230 Rx

SIG LINK OUTPUTS SIG LINK OUTPUTS SIG LINK OUTPUTS

Receiver
POWER POWER POWER
12V AUDIO 12V AUDIO 12V AUDIO
0.7A MAX L R 0.7A MAX L R 0.7A MAX L R

Receiver Receiver
Doc Doc Doc
Laptop PC DVD VCR Tuner 123 Laptop PC DVD VCR Tuner 123 Laptop PC DVD VCR Tuner 123
Cam Cam Cam

DTP IN DTP IN DTP IN

Display Volume Display Volume Display Volume
Tuner Tuner Tuner
On On On
Channel Presets Channel Presets Channel Presets
1 2 3 1 2 3 1 2 3
Off Off Off

4 5 6 4 5 6 4 5 6
Mute Mute Mute Mute Mute Mute

Room
7 8 9 Room
7 8 9 Room
7 8 9

Wireless Keyboard
Control Last Control Last Control Last
More More More
Screen 0 Enter Presets
Screen 0 Enter Presets
Screen 0 Enter Presets

Wireless Keyboard Wireless Keyboard

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System Audio
Off Control Off Control Off Control

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A S D F G H J K L 4 5 6 +
caps lock ; ‘ return
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< > ?
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Z X C V B N M , . / shift
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control option command command option control enter
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Z X C V B N M , . / shift
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control option command command option control enter 0 .

control option command command option control enter

TouchLink Pro TouchLink Pro TouchLink Pro

Room 1 Touchpanel
Room 2 Touchpanel Room 3 Touchpanel

Figure 1. Application Diagram for Three Rooms

DXP HD 4K Series • Introduction 4

 Operations Center

Audio

Extron
FF 220T
Ceiling Speakers
Videowall

HDMI
CPUs
Extron
Quantum Connect
1 2 3 4
WiFi

Scalable Multi-Graphic HDMI

Videowall Processor
1 2 3 4
WiFi

System DATA

Traffic Cam
Receivers
DBS RECEIVER

QUANTUM CONNECT 408

VIDEO WALL PROCESSOR

DBS RECEIVER

Extron
Satellite MPA 401-70V Displays
Receivers Power Amplifier
PUSH

POWER GUIDE MENU

SELECT
RES 480 480p 720p 1080i 1080p DIRECTV HD
PUSH

HDMI
HDMI HDMI
DIRECTV

LEVEL BASS TREBLE

PUSH PUSH

POWER GUIDE MENU RES 480 480p 720p 1080i 1080p DIRECTV HD

DIRECTV
SELECT MPA 401
MINI POWER AMPLIFIER

HDMI Audio
PUSH PUSH

POWER GUIDE MENU RES 480 480p 720p 1080i 1080p DIRECTV HD
SELECT
DIRECTV

INPUTS

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
CONTROL I/O

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
CONFIG
ENTER PRESET VIEW ESC VIDEO AUDIO

OUTPUTS

Codec
DXP HD 4K SERIES

HDMI
DIGITAL CROSSPOINT MATRIX SWITCHER

Extron
DXP HD 4K
HDMI
4K HDMI Matrix Switcher Ethernet
with Audio De-Embedding

Ethernet/PoE
Security
Blu-ray Tuner PC Laptop DVD Aux
Extron
TLP Pro 720M
Camera 123

Operations TCP/IP
Display Volume
Tuner
On Presets Channel
channel
Off
Number
Mute Bravo Pad
Mute

7" Wall Mount

Video Preview

Network
IPCP PRO 550
Screen
Control

Lighting
COM Audio

Center
Control May 10, 2011 - 2:48 PM System
Help Control
Off

SWITCHED RTS IR/SERIAL RELAYS FLEX eBUS

12 VDC I/O Extron
1 2 LIMIT
CTS
1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 S LIMIT
1000

TouchLink Pro Touchpanel

R Tx Tx LINK
IR
Rx Rx ACT

Ethernet
3 4 OVER 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 5 6 7 8 5 6 7 8 3 4 OVER

Extron
IPCP Pro 550 Extron
Ethernet/PoE
Security
Blu-ray Tuner PC Laptop DVD Aux

TLP Pro 720M

Camera 123

Display Volume
Tuner
On Presets Channel

IP Link Pro
channel
Off
Number
Mute Bravo Pad
Mute

7" Wall Mount

Video Preview

Screen
Control

Lighting Audio

Control Processor
Control May 10, 2011 - 2:48 PM System
Help Control
Off

Extron

TouchLink Pro Touchpanel

Ethernet/PoE Display
Laptop PC DVD VCR
Doc
Cam
Tuner

Volume
123

Extron
TLP Pro 720T
Tuner
On
Channel Presets
1 2 3
Off

4 5 6
Mute Mute

Room
7 8 9
Control Last

7" Tabletop
More
Screen 0 Enter Presets

Lighting Help December 15, 2013 - 7:58 AM

System Audio
Off Control

Extron

TouchLink Pro Touchpanel

Laptops

Figure 2. Application Diagram for a Videowall

DXP HD 4K Series • Introduction 5

Installation

This section describes the rear panels of the DXP HD 4K switchers and provides
instructions for cabling. It covers the following topics:
• Rear Panels
• Connecting to the LAN Port
• Connecting to the Remote RS-232 Port
• Connecting to the USB Config Port

Rear Panels
Most of the connectors are on the rear panels of the DXP HD 4K switchers. Figures 3 and
4 on the next page show the rear panels of a DXP 88 series model and a DXP 1616 series
model.

WARNING: Remove power from the system before making any connections.
AVERTISSEMENT : Couper l’alimentation avant de faire l’installation électrique.

ATTENTION:
• Use electrostatic discharge precautions (be electrically grounded) when making
connections. Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage equipment, although you
may not feel, see, or hear it.
• Prenez des précautions contre les décharges électrostatiques (soyez
électriquement relié à la terre) lorsque vous effectuez des connexions. Les
décharges électrostatiques (ESD) peuvent endommager l’équipement, même si
vous ne pouvez pas le sentir, le voir ou l’entendre.

DXP HD 4K Series • Installation 6

DXP 44, 84, and 88 HD 4K
A B CD
100-240V ~ 1.0A MAX
DXP 88 HD 4K
S/PDIF

AUDIO OUTPUTS
1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4

OUTPUTS
1

INPUTS
REMOTE LAN
L R
5 6 7 8 5 6 7 8
RESET Tx Rx G
2

50-60 Hz

I H G E F
A Input connectors D Reset button G Analog audio outputs
B Output connectors E Remote connector H S/PDIF audio outputs
C Reset LED F LAN port I AC power connector
Figure 3. DXP 88 HD 4K Rear Panel
NOTE: Figure 3 shows a DXP 88 HD 4K. The rear panels of the DXP 44 and DXP 84
models are identical to this model except for the number of inputs and outputs:
• DXP 44 HD 4K — 4 inputs and 4 outputs
• DXP 84 HD 4K — 8 inputs and 4 outputs
• DXP 88 HD 4K — 8 inputs and 8 outputs

DXP 168 and 1616 HD 4K

A B C
DXP 1616 HD 4K AUDIO OUTPUTS
1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4

RESET
S/PDIF
1

L R
D

REMOTE
5 6 7 8 5 6 7 8

Tx Rx G
2
OUTPUTS

OUTPUTS
INPUTS

INPUTS

9 10 11 12 9 10 11 12
F

LAN
100-240V ~ 1.1A MAX
3

S/PDIF L R
13 14 15 16 13 14 15 16
4

50-60 Hz

I H G
A Input connectors D Reset button G Analog audio outputs
B Output connectors E Remote connector H S/PDIF audio outputs
C Reset LED F LAN port I AC power connector
Figure 4. DXP 1616 HD 4K Rear Panel
NOTE: Figure 4 shows a DXP 1616 HD 4K. The rear panel of the DXP 168 HD 4K is
identical to this model except for the number of outputs:
• DXP 168 HD 4K — 16 inputs and 8 outputs
• DXP 1616 HD 4K — 16 inputs and 16 outputs

DXP HD 4K Series • Installation 7

A Input connectors — Connect HDMI source devices to these female 19-pin type A
HDMI input connectors.
LockIt cable lacing brackets, one for each HDMI input and output connector, are
provided with the DXP HD 4K. These brackets can be used to secure the HDMI cables
to the DXP connectors to reduce stress on the HDMI connectors and prevent signal
loss due to loose cable connections.
For information on attaching the LockIt brackets, see the LockIt HDMI Lacing Bracket
Installation Guide card, available on the Extron website at www.extron.com.
B Output connectors — Connect HDMI output devices to these female 19-pin type A
HDMI output connectors for buffered video output. See the provided LockIt instruction
card to securely fasten an HDMI cable to the DXP using LockIt brackets.
C Reset LED — This green LED remains lit while the DXP has power. While the Reset
button (D) is being pressed and held, this LED blinks every 3 seconds to indicate the
level of reset that will be initiated if the button is released at that point (see Resetting on
page 47 for more information).
D Reset button — This recessed button initiates four levels (modes) of reset on the DXP
switcher. To initiate the different reset levels, use a pointed object such as a small Philips
screwdriver or a stylus to press and hold the button while the switcher is running or
while it is being powered up (see Resetting).
E Remote connector — Connect a host device, such as a computer or touch panel
control, to the switcher via this 3-pole 3.5 mm captive screw connector for serial
RS-232 control (see Connecting to the Remote RS-232 Port on page 11.
Connect the 9-pin connector end of the RS-232 cable to the serial port of your
computer or control system.
F LAN port — Connect the DXP switcher to a computer, a network switch, or
a control system via this RJ-45 connector. You can use a computer to

LAN
configure and control the networked switcher with SIS commands, the PCS
DXP 1616
configuration software, or the HTML page that is embedded on the switcher Series
(see Connecting to the LAN port on page 10).
LAN
Ethernet connection indicators — The Link and Act LEDs within the LAN
connector indicate the status of the Ethernet connection. The green Link LED
indicates that the switcher is properly connected to an Ethernet LAN. This
DXP 88 Series
LED should light steadily. The amber Act (Activity) LED indicates transmission
of data packets on the RJ-45 connector. This LED should flicker as the switcher
communicates.

DXP HD 4K Series • Installation 8

G Analog audio outputs — Connect powered speakers, an amplifier, or other audio
output device to these 5-pole 3.5 mm captive screw connectors for 2-ch stereo analog
audio output. These connectors can de-embed LPCM audio that was routed from any
DXP HDMI input and convert it to a stereo analog signal. Figure 5 shows how to wire
these connectors. Use the supplied tie-wrap to strap the audio cable to the extended
tail of the connector.
No Ground Here
Tip

L
L
Ring Tip
Sleeves Sleeves
Tip Tip
Ring

R
R
No Ground Here
Balanced Audio Output Unbalanced Audio Output

Do not tin the wires!

Figure 5. Wiring the Captive Screw Analog Audio Output Connectors

The DXP 168 and 1616 have four analog audio output connectors while the
DXP 44, 84, and 88 have two.
ATTENTION:
• For unbalanced audio output, connect the sleeves to the ground contact. DO
NOT connect the sleeves to the negative (-) contacts.
• Pour l’audio asymétrique, connectez les manchons au contact au sol. Ne PAS
connecter les manchons aux contacts négatifs (–).

NOTE: The length of exposed wires is important. The ideal length is 3/16 inch
(5 mm).

H S/PDIF digital audio outputs (Sony/Philips Digital Interface Format) — Use 75 ohm
digital audio cables to connect audio signal processors (such as the Extron SSP
7.1 Surround Sound Processor) or other compatible devices to these female RCA
connectors. The connected processor then converts digital signals from these ports to
analog for encoded standard definition bitstream audio for Dolby or DTS multi-channel
surround sound.
Tip (+)

Sleeve ( )

Figure 6. RCA Plug for S/PDIF Audio Outputs

I AC power connector — Plug a standard IEC power cord (provided) into this
connector to connect the switcher to a 100 VAC to 240 VAC, 50-60 Hz power source.

DXP HD 4K Series • Installation 9

Connecting to the LAN Port
When connecting a computer to the DXP LAN port, it is essential that you use the correct
Ethernet cables, and that they be properly terminated with the correct pinout (see figure 7).
Ethernet links use Category (CAT) 3, 5e, or 6 unshielded twisted pair (UTP) or shielded
twisted pair (STP) cables, terminated with RJ-45 connectors. Ethernet cables are limited to
a length of 328 feet (100 m).
NOTES:
• Do not use standard telephone cables. Telephone cables do not support Ethernet
or Fast Ethernet.
• Do not stretch or bend the cables; this can cause transmission errors.

Pins: Crossover Cable Straight-through Cable

12345678
End 1 End 2 End 1 End 2
Pin Wire Color Wire Color Pin Wire Color Wire Color
1 White-green White-orange 1 White-orange White-orange
2 Green Orange 2 Orange Orange
3 White-orange White-green 3 White-green White-green
4 Blue Blue 4 Blue Blue
5 White-blue White-blue 5 White-blue White-blue
6 Orange Green 6 Green Green
7 White-brown White-brown 7 White-brown White-brown
Insert Twisted
8 Brown Brown 8 Brown Brown
Pair Wires
RJ-45 T568A T568B T568B T568B
Connector A cable that is wired as T568A at one end A cable that is wired the same at both ends
and T568B at the other (Tx and Rx pairs is called a "straight-through" cable because
reversed) is a "crossover" cable. no pin or pair assignments are swapped.
Both ends of the cable can be T568B (as shown)
or T568A (not shown).
Figure 7. RJ-45 Connector and Pinout Tables
The cable used depends on your network speed. The switcher supports both
10 Mbps (10Base-T — Ethernet) and 100 Mbps (100Base-T — Fast Ethernet), half-duplex
and full-duplex, Ethernet connections.
• 10Base-T Ethernet requires CAT 3 UTP or STP cable at minimum.
• 100Base-T Fast Ethernet requires CAT 5e UTP or STP cable at minimum.
The Ethernet cable must be properly terminated for your application as either a crossover or
a straight-through cable.
• Crossover cable — Direct connection between the computer and the DXP switcher
• Patch (straight-through) cable — Connection of the DXP to a network via a network
switch

DXP HD 4K Series • Installation 10

Connecting to the Remote RS-232 Port
The DXP HD 4K switchers have a rear panel Remote serial port through which they can
be configured via SIS commands (serial commands that control the switcher through this
connector).
Wire the 3.5 mm captive screw Remote RS-232 connector as shown in figure 8.

Tx Rx G DXP HD 4K
Rear Panel
RS-232 Port
Tx Rx G

NOTES:
• If you use cable that has a drain wire, tie
the drain wire to ground at both ends.
• Connect a ground wire between the DXP
and the computer or control system.

Ground (G)
Receive (Rx) Transmit (Tx)
Transmit (Tx) Receive (Rx)

Computer or
Control System
RS-232 Port

Figure 8. Wiring the Remote RS-232 Connector

See SIS Configuration and Control, starting on page 57, for definitions of the SIS
commands and Configuration Software, starting on page 81, for details on how to install
and use the control software.
NOTES:
• The switcher operates at 9600, 19200, 38400, or 115200 baud.
• See Selecting the Remote RS-232 Port Baud Rate on page 51 to configure this
port using the front panel buttons.

If desired, you can connect an MKP 2000 or MKP 3000 remote control panel to this port.
See the user guide of either product for details.

DXP HD 4K Series • Installation 11

Connecting to the USB Config Port
The USB mini-B Config port is located on the DXP front panel. It provides an alternative
connection for configuring the switcher via SIS commands.
1. Use a USB A to mini-B cable to connect the USB Config port to a USB port on the
computer.
NOTE: Figure 9 shows a DXP 88 4K HD series. The front panels of the DXP 1616
and 168 have the Config port near the center, between the block of input and
output buttons and the control buttons.

WiFi 1 2 3 4

Mini Type B Type A

USB USB

USB
USB Cable Ports

PC

DXP 4K HD
E INPUTS OUTPUTS DXP HD 4K SERIES
INPUTS DIGITAL CROSSPOINT MATRIX SWITCHER
VIDEO
1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4
ENTER PRESET ESC I/O SIGNAL

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
CONFIG 5 6 7 8 5 6 7 8
HDCP
AUDIO

Figure 9. Connecting to the Front Panel USB Config Port

DXP HD 4K Series • Installation 12

2. If this is the first time you have connected a DXP HD 4K to this particular USB port on
your computer, you may need to download the USB driver for DXP.
One of the following screens may open:
• Windows XP and earlier — If the following screen is displayed, specify whether
you want the computer to connect to Windows Update in order to search the web
for the driver that it needs to communicate with the DXP via the USB port (this is
not necessary if the USB driver already exists on your computer).

Figure 10. Found New Hardware Wizard Opening Screen

Select one of the following radio buttons:
• Select the Yes, this time only radio button if you want your computer to
connect to Windows Update only this one time.
• Select Yes, now and every time I connect a device if you want the
computer to automatically connect to Windows Update every time the DXP is
connected to this USB port.
• Select No, not this time if you do not want the computer to connect to
Windows Update at this time (for example, if the driver is already installed).
NOTE: This wizard appears only the first time you connect the DXP to each
USB port. You do not see the wizard again unless you connect the DXP to a
different USB port on your computer.

• Windows 7 and later — A pop-up prompt appears on the Windows taskbar

informing you that Windows is searching Windows Update for USB software.
If desired, click the USB icon to view the progress of the search on the Driver
Software Installation window.
NOTE: If you have uploaded the PCS software to your computer, the USB driver is
already installed and the screens do not appear.

DXP HD 4K Series • Installation 13

3. Windows XP and earlier — Click Next. On the next screen, make sure that the
Install the software automatically (Recommended) radio button is selected, then
click Next (you do not need to insert a disc).

Figure 11. Selecting the Radio Button to Install the USB Driver Automatically
The computer locates the driver needed for it to communicate with the DXP through the
USB port.
4. Windows XP or earlier — When the Completed screen appears, click Finish to
close the wizard.
Windows 7 or later — When the USB software has been located and downloaded,
the messages Extron USB Device installed and Ready to use appear on the Driver
Software Installation screen (a pop-up message appears above the Windows taskbar if
the screen is closed).

Figure 12. Device Software Installation Window, Installation Complete

Click Close to close the status window.
5. Configure the DXP as desired, using SIS commands (see SIS Configuration and
Control, starting on page 57) or the PCS configuration software (see the program help
file).

DXP HD 4K Series • Installation 14

Securing the HDMI Connectors Using the LockIt HDMI Cable Lacing
Bracket
1
After connecting an input or output device to an HDMI
connector, secure the connector in place with the
provided LockIt bracket (see the illustration at right):
1. Plug one or both HDMI cables into the panel 2
connection (2). 3
2. Loosen the HDMI connection mounting screw
from the panel enough to allow the LockIt lacing
5
bracket to be placed over it (2).
3. Place the LockIt lacing bracket onto the screw and
slide it up against the HDMI connectors. Tighten
the screw to secure the bracket (3). 4

ATTENTION:
• Do not overtighten the HDMI connector mounting screw. The shield to which it
fastens is very thin and can easily be stripped.
• Ne serrez pas trop la vis de montage du connecteur HDMI. Le blindage auquel
elle est attachée est très fin et peut facilement être dénudé.
4. Loosely place the included tie wrap around the HDMI connectors and the bracket (4).
5. While holding the connector securely against the lacing bracket, tighten the tie wrap,
then remove any excess length.

DXP HD 4K Series • Installation 15

Operation

This section describes the DXP front panel controls and the procedures for configuring and
operating the DXP switchers. Topics include:
• Definitions
• Front Panel Controls and Indicators
• Powering On
• Creating or Changing a Configuration
• Viewing a Configuration
• Saving and Recalling Presets
• Muting and Unmuting Video and Audio Outputs
• Locking and Unlocking the Front Panel (Executive Modes)
• Resetting
• Setting the Button Background Illumination — DXP 1616 Series Only
• Selecting the Remote RS-232 Port Baud Rate
• Troubleshooting
• Configuration Worksheets

Definitions
The following terms, which apply to Extron digital matrix switchers, are used in this guide:
• Tie — An input-to-output connection
• Set of ties — An input tied to two or more outputs. (An output can never be tied to
more than one input.)
• Configuration — One or more ties or sets of ties
• Current configuration — The configuration that is currently active in the switcher (also
called configuration 0)
• EDID (Extended Display Identification Data) — Resolution, refresh rate, pixel clock,
and audio channel configuration information for a display device. This information
is stored in memory at system power-up and each time a new display device is
connected. The EDID is then made available to be assigned to any input.
• Global preset — A configuration that has been stored, consisting of a complete
map of all input and output connections. When a preset is retrieved from memory, it
becomes the current configuration.
• DXP 44, 84, and 88 can store up to 16 presets in memory.
• DXP 168 and 1616 can store up to 32 presets in memory.
• DXP 168 and 1616 can store up to 32 presets in memory.
NOTE: Using SIS commands or the PCS configuration software, you can save and
recall up to the maximum number of presets allowed for your model. However,
from the front panel you can save and recall only as many presets as the model
has input and output buttons.

DXP HD 4K Series • Operation 16

 • Room — A subset of outputs that are logically related to each other, as determined by
the operator. The switchers support up to 10 rooms, each of which can consist of 1 to
16 outputs. Each room can have up to 10 presets.
• Room preset — A configuration consisting of outputs in a single room that has
been stored. When a room preset is recalled from memory, it becomes the current
configuration for the outputs assigned to that room only (none of the other outputs are
affected). Room presets can be saved and recalled only via SIS commands or the PCS
software.

Front Panel Controls and Indicators

NOTE: When the switcher is in either power-save mode (see Power save mode SIS
commands on page 76), all front-panel indicators are unlit with the exception of the
Video LED or Video button, which blinks continuously.

The buttons on the DXP HD 4K front panels are grouped into two sets, with the input and
output buttons located on the left side of the control panel and the Control and I/O buttons
on the right.
Each DXP model has the same number of input buttons as output buttons, regardless
of how many rear panel input and output connectors it actually has. On models with four
inputs or outputs, buttons 5 through 8 behave like buttons 1 through 4, selecting inputs or
outputs 1 through 4.
The buttons differ for the two DXP HD 4K series as follows:
• DXP 88 HD 4K series — The buttons are black and do not illuminate. At the right of
each button is a bicolor LED that lights to indicate the button status or current function.
• DXP 1616 HD 4K series — The buttons are tri-color, able to illuminate red, green, or
amber. They can be labeled with text or graphics. You can set these buttons to have
amber background illumination when not pressed, or you can disable the background
illumination (see Setting the Button Background Illumination — DXP 1616 Series
Only on page 53).
Depending on the operation, the buttons or LEDs blink or light steadily when pressed.
The front panel buttons have multiple functions, which are classified as primary and
secondary.
A B C D E F G
Extron INPUTS OUTPUTS DXP HD 4K SERIES
INPUTS DIGITAL CROSSPOINT MATRIX SWITCHER
1 2 3 4 VIDEO
1 2 3 4
ENTER PRESET ESC I/O SIGNAL

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
CONFIG 5 6 7 8 5 6 7 8
HDCP
AUDIO

H
A Config port E I/O button
B Input buttons F Audio and Video LEDs
C Output buttons G Signal LEDs
D Control buttons H HDCP LEDs
Figure 13. DXP HD 4K 88 Series Front Panel
Figure 13 shows a DXP 88 HD 4K front panel. The DXP 44 and 84 front panels are identical
to this one.

DXP HD 4K Series • Operation 17

 NOTE: Although the DXP 44 and 84 both have eight input and eight output buttons, not
all these buttons are functional for making ties:
• DXP 44 — Only input and output buttons 1 through 4 are functional, except for
creating and recalling presets (see Saving and Recalling Presets on page 37).
• DXP 84 — All input buttons are enabled, but only output buttons 1 through 4 are
functional, except for creating and recalling presets.

B A D E

INPUTS

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
CONTROL I/O

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
CONFIG
ENTER PRESET VIEW ESC VIDEO AUDIO

OUTPUTS
DXP HD 4K SERIES
DIGITAL CROSSPOINT MATRIX SWITCHER

C
A Config port D Control buttons
B Input buttons E I/O buttons
C Output buttons
Figure 14. DXP HD 4K 1616 Front Panel
Figure 14 shows a DXP 1616 HD 4K front panel. The DXP 168 front panel is identical to this
one.
NOTE: Although the DXP 168 has 16 input and output buttons, output buttons 9
through 16 are not functional for making ties. They can, however, be used for creating
and recalling presets (see Saving and Recalling Presets on page 37).

A Config port — This USB mini-B port serves a similar communications function to
the rear panel Remote port, but is easier to access than the rear port after the matrix
switcher has been installed and cabled. Use a USB type A to mini-B cable to connect
this port to a USB connector on the computer to enable SIS commands to be sent from
the computer, connection to the PCS configuration software, and uploading firmware.
For more information about this port, see Connecting to the USB Config Port on
page 12.
NOTE: A front panel Config port connection and a rear panel Remote port
connection can both be active at the same time. If commands are sent
simultaneously to both ports, the command that reaches the DXP first is handled
first.

B Input buttons — The input buttons have the following functions:

Primary:
• Select an input.
• Identify the selected input.
Secondary:
• Save and recall presets (see Saving and Recalling Presets).
• Inputs 1 and 2 only — Toggle button background illumination on and off (see
Setting the Button Background Illumination — DXP 1616 Series Only on
page 53).

DXP HD 4K Series • Operation 18

C Output buttons — The output buttons have the following functions:
Primary:
• Select outputs.
• Identify the selected outputs.
Secondary:
• Save and recall presets (see Saving and Recalling Presets on page 37).
• Mute video and audio output (see Muting and Unmuting Outputs from the
Front Panel on page 41).
• De-embed HDMI audio signals from the input.
D Control buttons — The three Control buttons have the following functions:
• Enter button — The Enter button has the following functions:
Primary:
• Save changes made on the front panel.
• Indicate that a potential tie has been created but not saved.
• Indicate that a preset has been selected to be saved or recalled but the preset
action has not been accomplished.
Secondary:
• Select 9600 baud rate for the Remote RS-232 port.
• Set the front panel lock mode (executive mode).
• With the Preset, View <, and Esc > buttons, place the switcher in serial port
configuration mode.
• Indicate that the Remote RS-232 port is set to 9600 baud in serial port
configuration mode (blinking).
• Preset button — The Preset button has the following functions:
Primary:
• Place the switcher in preset saving mode to save a configuration as a preset,
and in preset recalling mode to activate a previously-defined preset.
• Indicate when preset saving mode is active (blinks) and when preset recalling
mode is active (lights steadily).
Secondary:
• Select the 19200 baud rate for the Remote RS-232 port.
• With the Enter, View <, and Esc > buttons, place the switcher in serial port
configuration mode.
• Indicate that the Remote RS-232 port is set to 19200 baud in serial port
configuration mode (blinking).

DXP HD 4K Series • Operation 19

 • View button — The View < button has the following functions:
Primary:
• Place the switcher in view-only mode to display the current configuration.
NOTE: View-only mode also provides a way to mute and unmute outputs
(see Muting and Unmuting Outputs from the Front Panel on
page 41).

• Indicate that the DXP is in view-only mode.

Secondary:
• Select the 38400 baud rate for the Remote RS-232 port.
• With the Enter, Preset, and Esc > buttons, place the switcher in serial port
configuration mode.
• Indicate that the Remote RS-232 port is set to 38400 baud in serial port
configuration mode (blinking).
• Esc button — The Esc > button has the following functions:
Primary:
• Cancel operations or selections in progress and resets the front panel button
indicators.
NOTE: The Esc > button does not reset the current configuration or any
presets.

• Indicate that the escape function has been activated (blinks once).
Secondary:
• Select the 115200 baud rate for the Remote RS-232.
• Set the front panel lock mode.
• With the Enter, Preset, and View < buttons, place the switcher in serial port
configuration mode.
• Select 115200 baud for the Remote RS-232 port in serial port configuration
mode (see Selecting the Remote RS-232 Port Baud Rate on page 51).
• Indicate that the Remote RS-232 port is set to 115200 baud in serial port
configuration mode.
E I/O buttons — For these buttons, selecting Video routes HDMI signals from any of
the inputs to any of the HDMI outputs, while selecting Audio routes the de-embedded
audio from any of the HDMI inputs to any of the S/PDIF and analog audio outputs.
• DXP 44, 84, and 88 — These models have one I/O button with two LEDs to its
right: a green Video LED and a red Audio LED. Press the I/O button to toggle
between video (green LED lights) and audio (the red LED lights) for the selected
input or output.
• DXP 168 and 1616 — These models have two I/O buttons: Video and Audio.
They select and deselect video and audio for a configuration that is being created
or viewed. The Video button lights green to indicate that video is available for
configuring or for viewing. The Audio button lights red to indicate that audio is
available.

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 The Audio and Video I/O buttons have the following functions:
Primary:
• Select the signal type, audio or video, for the input or output.
• Select audio or video for the configuration that is being viewed.
Secondary:
• Set the front panel lock mode (executive mode).
• View the video or audio mute status of the selected input or output.
• Using the Enter button, select between front panel lock modes (lock mode 2 and
lock mode 0) (see Locking and Unlocking the Front Panel (Executive Modes)
on page 45).
• Select between front panel lock types (lock mode 2 and lock mode 1).
• With the Video and Audio I/O buttons, initiate system reset from the front panel
(see Resetting the System from the Front Panel on page 47).
F Audio and Video LEDs (DXP 88 series only) — These two LEDs are located to the
right of the I/O button and light to indicate whether the selected input or output is audio
or video. The Video LED lights green when the I/O button is pressed to toggle to video.
The Audio LED lights red when audio is selected.
G Signal LEDs (DXP 88 series only) — The DXP 88 series models have a green Signal
LED for each input. Each LED lights when a signal (TMDS clock activity) is present on
the input.
H HDCP LEDs (DXP 88 series only) — The DXP 88 series models have a green HDCP
LED for each input, which lights if the source connected to that input is HDCP
encrypted.

Button Icons — DXP 1616 Series Only

You can temporarily remove the numbered translucent covers of the DXP 1616 and
DXP 168 input and output buttons to insert labels behind the covers.
Input and output labels can be created easily with the Extron Button Label Generator
software, which can be downloaded from www.extron.com. Each input and output
button can be labeled with names, alphanumeric characters, or color bitmaps. See Making
Labels Using the Button Label Generator Program — DXP 1616 Series Only on
page 98 for details on using the labeling software and the procedure for removing and
replacing the translucent covers.

10 VCR Computer
13 Computer
15 VTG
N
P
U
T
DVD
Document
Camera 12 13 14 15 16 S

Figure 15. Example of Button Labels on a DXP 1616 Series Front Panel

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Powering On
Apply power by connecting the provided IEC power cord to the rear panel IEC connector
and to an AC source. The switcher performs a self-test as follows:
• DXP 1616 series — The front panel buttons blink green, red, and amber, then turn off.
An error-free power-up self-test sequence leaves all I/O and control buttons either unlit
or showing background illumination.
• DXP 88 series — The front panel input, output, and I/O button LEDs blink red, then
green, while the control button LEDs blink green. All LEDs turn off except the I/O
buttons, which remain lit red for several seconds. An error-free self-test ends with only
one of the I/O LEDs lit, reflecting the previous selection of audio or video.
The current configuration, EDID information, and all presets are saved in memory. When
power is applied, the most recent configuration is retrieved. The previous presets remain
intact. The switcher powers up in full power mode (neither power save mode enabled).
If an error occurs during the self-test, the DXP locks up and does not operate. If this occurs,
call the Extron S3 Sales & Technical Support Hotline (see the last page of this guide for
contact information in your area).

Creating or Changing a Configuration

A configuration consists of one or more inputs, each tied to a set of one or more outputs.
NOTE: While an input can be tied to multiple outputs, an output can be tied to only one
input.

This section contains the steps to follow to create or change a configuration. The following
subsections contain some examples of configurations that can be created on the DXP, and
instructions for setting them up.
To create or change a configuration:

1. Press the Esc > button to clear any input, output, or control button indicators that may
be lit.
2. Select to configure video or audio:
• DXP 88 series — Press the I/O button until the desired LED is lit (green LED for
video or red for audio).
• DXP 1616 series — Press the Video, Audio or both I/O buttons. The Video
button lights green and the Audio button lights red.
3. Select the desired input and outputs by pressing the input and output buttons.
• The input buttons or LEDs light one of the following colors:
• Green — Video only ties
• Red — Audio only ties
• Amber — (DXP 1616 series only) Video and audio ties
• Output buttons or LEDs light or blink one of the following colors:
• Green — Video only ties
• Red — Audio only ties (outputs 1 and 2 on the DXP 88 series, outputs 1
through 4 on the DXP 1616 series)

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 • Amber — (DXP 1616 series only) Video and audio ties (outputs 1 through 4)
NOTES:
• To indicate potential ties, output buttons or LEDs blink in the appropriate
color when an input is selected.
• To indicate current ties, output buttons or LEDs light steadily in the
appropriate color when an input is selected.

• To clear unwanted outputs, press and release the associated output buttons that
are lit, or whose LEDs are lit. To indicate potential unties, output buttons or LEDs
blink the appropriate color when an output is deselected (muted) but not untied
from the input.
4. Press and release the Enter button to accept the tie or to break an existing tie.
5. Repeat steps 1 through 4 to create or clear additional ties until the desired configuration
is complete.
NOTES:
• Only one input can be tied to an output. If you tie an input to an output that is
already tied to another input, the older tie is broken in favor of the newer tie.
• If an input with no tie is selected, only the button or LED for the selected input
lights (no output buttons or LEDs light).
• As each input and output is selected, the associated output button or LED
blinks the appropriate color to indicate a tentative tie. Buttons or LEDs for
outputs that were already tied to the input light the appropriate color steadily.
Outputs that are already tied can be left on, along with new blinking selections,
or toggled off by pressing the associated output button.
• DXP 1616 series only — When the Video and Audio buttons are lit, if an
input with an audio tie but no video tie is selected, the input button lights amber
and the output button lights the appropriate color (red, green, or amber).

Creating Ties

DXP 88 series
NOTE: Audio ties are made only with de-embedded audio.

To tie an input to an output:

1. Press and release the Esc button to clear any input button, output button, or control
button indicators whose LEDs might be lit.
Press the Esc button to clear all selections.

VIDEO
ENTER PRESET ESC I/O

AUDIO
The LED blinks once.

Figure 16. Press the Esc button

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2. Press and release the I/O button to select video or audio as desired.
NOTE: For the DXP 88 Series, you cannot select both audio and video for a tie at
the same time. You must repeat the tie process for each type of tie (audio and
video) that you want to create for the desired input and output.
For example, first create a video tie between an input and output, then create an
audio tie for the same input and output.
VIDEO
I/O Lights green when video is selected.

Press I/O button to

select audio or video. I/O

Lights red when audio is selected.

AUDIO

Figure 17. Selecting Audio or Video using the I/O Button

3. Press the desired input button.
The LED lights to
indicate the selection.

Figure 18. Selecting an Input for the Tie

4. Press the output buttons to which the input will be tied. Each selected output LED
blinks green for a video tie or red for an audio tie. The Enter LED also blinks to indicate
that a tie has been initiated.
Press one or more Output buttons.
• Green blinking LED indicates a video-only tie.
• Red blinking LED indicates an audio-only tie
(de-embedded audio outputs 1 and 2).
1 1
or

ENTER
Blinking green LED indicates
the need to confirm the change.

Figure 19. Selecting an Output for the Tie

5. Press the Enter button. All button LEDs turn off.

DXP 1616 series

In the following example, input 4 is being tied to outputs 1, 2, and 3.
NOTE: This example assumes that there are no ties in the current configuration.

1. Press and release the Esc > button.

Press the Esc button to clear all selections.
C O NT R O L

ENTER PRESET VIEW ESC

The button blinks once.

Figure 20. Clear all Selections

DXP HD 4K Series • Operation 24

2. To select video and audio for the tie, press and release the Video and Audio buttons as
necessary until both the buttons light.
I/O

VIDEO AUDIO

Press the Video button to toggle on and off. Press the Audio button to toggle on and off.
The button lights green when selected. The button lights red when selected.

Figure 21. Select Video and Audio

3. Press and release the desired Input button (Input 4 in the example below).
Press and release an input button.
The button lights amber.

INPUTS

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
Figure 22. Select an Input
4. Press and release the Output buttons that will be tied to the selected Input button
(Output buttons 1, 2, and 3 in the example below).
Press and release the desired Output buttons.
The buttons blink amber to indicate that the selected input will be
tied to these outputs.

INPUTS

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
OUTPUTS

CONTROL

VIEW ESC
ENTER PRESET

The Enter button blinks

green to indicate the need to
confirm the change.

Figure 23. Select the Outputs

NOTE: You can cancel the entire set of ties at this point by pressing and releasing
the Esc > button. The Esc > button blinks red once.

5. Press and release the Enter button.

Press the Enter button to
confirm the configuration
change.

All input and output buttons

ENTER become unlit or return to
background illumination.

The Enter button

becomes unlit or returns to
background illumination.

Figure 24. Press Enter to Confirm the Tie

DXP HD 4K Series • Operation 25

 In this example, the configuration now is input 4 video and audio tied to output 1,
output 2, and output 3.

Figure 25. Final Configuration for the Example

Adding a Tie to a Set of Ties

DXP 88 series
To add a new tie to a configuration:
1. Press and release the Esc button.
2. To select only video for the tie, press and release the I/O button to toggle video on.
The Video LED lights green when video is enabled. Deselect audio by pressing the I/O
button until the Audio LED is unlit (see figure 26).
VIDEO Press the I/O button to toggle video on.
I/O The Video LED lights green when video is selected.

Press the I/O button to toggle audio off.

AUDIO The Audio LED is unlit when audio is deselected.

Figure 26. Selecting Video Only

To select only audio for the tie, press and release the I/O button to toggle audio on.
The Audio LED lights red when audio is enabled. Deselect video by pressing the I/O
button until the Video LED is unlit.
3. Press and release the desired input button.
• If only video is selected, its LED lights green to indicate that video outputs can be
tied to or untied from this input. Output button LEDs for any outputs already tied to
the selected input light green also (see figure 27).
Press and release an Input button.
The LED lights green to indicate that video The LEDs for any outputs already tied to the selected
outputs can be tied to or untied from this input. input light green to indicate the existing video ties.

INPUTS OUTPUTS

1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4

5 6 7 8 5 6 7 8

Figure 27. Selecting an Input with Ties (Video)

• If only audio is selected, the LED for the selected input button lights red to
indicate that audio outputs (outputs 1 and 2 only) can be tied to or untied from this
input. If the other audio-capable output is already tied to the selected input, it lights
red also.

DXP HD 4K Series • Operation 26

4. Press and release the button for the output to be added to the tie. The LED for the
selected output button blinks green (for video only, see figure 28) or red (for audio only)
to indicate that the selected input will be tied to this output.
In addition, the Enter button LED blinks green.
Press and release the Output button to be
added to the tie.
The LED blinks green to indicate that the
selected video input will be tied to this output.
OUTPUTS

1 2 3 4

5 6 7 8

VIDEO
ENTER PRESET ESC I/O

AUDIO

The Enter button LED blinks green to

indicate the need to confirm the change.
Figure 28. Selecting an Additional Output (Video)
5. Press the Enter button to confirm the tie. All button LEDs become unlit.

DXP 1616 series

In this example, a new tie is added to an existing configuration.
1. Press and release the Esc > button.
Press the Esc button to clear all selections.
C O NT R O L

ENTER PRESET VIEW ESC

The button blinks once.

Figure 29. Clear All Selections

2. To select only video for the tie, press and release the Video and Audio buttons as
necessary until the Video button is lit and the Audio button is off (see figure 30).
I/O

VIDEO AUDIO

Press the Video button to toggle video on. Press the Audio button to toggle audio off.
The button lights green when selected. The button is unlit or background illuminated when deselected.

Figure 30. Select Video Only

To select only audio for the tie, press and release the Video and Audio buttons as
necessary until the Audio button is lit and the Video button is off.

DXP HD 4K Series • Operation 27

3. Press and release the desired Input button. Figure 31 shows an example of a video only
tie.
Press and release the desired Input button.
The button lights green to indicate that video
outputs can be tied to or untied from this input.

INPUTS

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

The selected Output buttons light

green to indicate the video ties
previously created.

INPUTS

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
OUTPUTS

Figure 31. Select an Input with Ties

4. Press and release the button for the output to be added to the configuration (Output 4
in this example.
Press and release the desired Output button.
The button blinks green to indicate that the
selected video input will be tied to this output.
INPUTS

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
OUTPUTS

CONTROL
The Enter button blinks
green to indicate the need to ENTER PRESET
VIEW ESC

confirm the change.

Figure 32. Select an Additional Output

5. Press and release the Enter button.
Press the Enter button to
confirm the configuration
change.

All input and output buttons

ENTER become unlit or return to
background illumination.

The Enter button

becomes unlit or returns to
background illumination.

Figure 33. Confirm the Tie

DXP HD 4K Series • Operation 28

 In this example, the configuration now is:
• Input 4 video tied to output 1, output 2, output 3, and output 4
• Input 4 audio tied to output 1, output 2, and output 3

Figure 34. Final Configuration for the Example

Removing a Tie from a Set of Ties

DXP 88 Series
To undo an existing I/O tie:

1. Press and release the Esc > button to clear any previous selections.
2. Press the desired I/O button (Video or Audio) for the type of tie you want to break.
VIDEO
I/O Lights green when video is selected.

Press I/O button to

select audio or video. I/O

Lights red when audio is selected.

AUDIO

Figure 35. Selecting Audio or Video using the I/O Button

3. Press the input button whose tie you want to dissolve. The Input button LED and its tied
Output button LEDs light red (audio) or green (video), depending on your selection in
step 2 and on the types of ties the selected input currently has.
Figure 36 shows an example of selecting an audio-only tie to break.
Press and release an Input button.
The LEDs for any outputs already tied to the selected input
The LED lights to indicate whether audio or
light to indicate the existing video ties (audio in this example).
video was selected for the input.

INPUTS OUTPUTS

1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4

5 6 7 8 5 6 7 8

Figure 36. Selecting an Input

DXP HD 4K Series • Operation 29

4. Press the desired output button whose LED is lit. The selected output button LED and
the Enter button LED start to blink.
Press the Output button for the tie to be broken.
The LED starts to blink.

OUTPUTS
ENTER

1 2 3 4

The Enter button LED blinks green,

5 6 7 8
indicating the need to confirm the
change.

Figure 37. Selecting the Output to Untie

5. Press the Enter button. The selected input and output buttons or their LEDs and the
Enter button become unlit, and the tie is broken.

DXP 1616 Series

To remove a tie from a configuration:

1. Press and release the Esc > button.

Press the Esc button to clear all selections.
C O NT R O L

ENTER PRESET VIEW ESC

The button blinks once.

Figure 38. Clear All Selections

2. Press and release the Video or Audio button as needed to select the type of tie to be
removed:
• To remove a video tie, press the Video button until it lights green.
• To remove an audio tie, press the Audio button until it lights red.
• To remove a video and audio tie, press both the Video and Audio buttons until
both are lit.
In the example in figure 39, an audio tie is being selected to break.
I/O

VIDEO AUDIO

Press the Video button to toggle video off. Press the Audio button to toggle Audio on.
The button is unlit or background The button lights red when selected.
illuminated when deselected.
Figure 39. Selecting an Audio Tie to Break

DXP HD 4K Series • Operation 30

3. Press and release the Input button from which the tie will be broken (input 4 in the
example in figure 40).
Press and release the desired Input button.
The button lights red in this example
because audio was selected.

INPUTS

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

The tied Output buttons light to indicate the ties

created previously (red for audio in this example).

INPUTS

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
OUTPUTS

Figure 40. Select an Input

4. Press and release the Output button for the tie to be broken (output 1 in the example in
figure 41).
Press and release the desired Output button.
The button blinks to indicate the pending change: in this
example it blinks red because audio input will be untied.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
OUTPUTS

CONTROL

VIEW ESC
ENTER PRESET

The Enter button blinks

green to indicate the need to
confirm the change.

Figure 41. Deselect the Output to be Untied

5. Press and release the Enter button.
Press the Enter button to
confirm the configuration
change.

All input and output buttons

ENTER become unlit or return to
background illumination.

The Enter button

becomes unlit or returns to
background illumination.

Figure 42. Confirm the Tie Removal

DXP HD 4K Series • Operation 31

 In this example, the configuration now is:
• Input 4 video tied to output 1, output 2, output 3, output 4
• Input 4 audio tied to output 2 and output 3
• Input 4 video and audio tied to output 2 and output 3

.
Figure 43. Final Configuration for the Example

Viewing a Configuration
You can view the current set of video and audio ties using the front panel buttons. The
view-only mode prevents inadvertent changes to the current configuration. View-only mode
also provides a way to mute outputs (see Muting and Unmuting Outputs from the Front
Panel on page 41).

DXP 88 Series
View the current configuration for the DXP 44, 84, or 88 as follows:
1. Press the Esc button to clear any remaining input, output, or control button selections.
2. Select video or audio by pressing the appropriate I/O button.
VIDEO
I/O Lights green when video is selected.

Press I/O button to

select audio or video. I/O

Lights red when audio is selected.

AUDIO

Figure 44. Selecting the Type of Ties to View

DXP HD 4K Series • Operation 32

3. Select the desired input or outputs whose ties you wish to view by pressing the input
and output buttons.
• View ties by selecting an input — Press an input button. All button LEDs light for
the outputs that are tied to the selected input.
Press and release an Input button.
The LEDs for any outputs already tied to the selected input
The LED lights to indicate whether audio or
light to indicate the existing video ties (audio in this example).
video was selected for the input.

INPUTS OUTPUTS

1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4

5 6 7 8 5 6 7 8

Figure 45. Viewing Audio Ties

• View ties by selecting an output — Press an output button. The LED for the
tied input and all of the output button LEDs light for outputs that are also tied to the
same input.
NOTES:
• Only outputs 1 and 2 can have audio ties.
• If you press an output button while an input is selected for viewing, the
output LED blinks to indicate a pending tie. Press Esc to cancel the tie or
Enter to add the tie to the selected input.

• View all ties in a configuration — Press and release each input and output
button, one at a time. The output buttons or LEDs light as follows:
• Green — Video-only ties
• Red — Audio-only ties (outputs 1 and 2 only)

DXP 1616 Series

To view ties on the DXP 1616 series:

1. Press and release the Esc > button.

Press the Esc button to clear all selections.
C O NT R O L

ENTER PRESET VIEW ESC

The button blinks once.

Figure 46. Clear All Selections

2. Select the input or outputs whose ties you want to view by pressing the input and
output buttons.
• View ties by selecting an input — Press an input button. All buttons light for the
outputs that are tied to the selected input.
• View ties by selecting an output — Press an output button. The button for the
tied input and all of the output buttons light for outputs that are also tied to the
same input.
NOTE:
• Only outputs 1 through 4 can have audio ties.
• If you press an output button while an input is selected for viewing, the
output LED blinks to indicate a pending tie. Press Esc to cancel the tie or
Enter to add the tie to the selected input.

DXP HD 4K Series • Operation 33

 • View all ties in a configuration — Press and release each input and output
button, one at a time. The output buttons light as follows:
• Green — Video-only ties
• Red — Audio-only ties (outputs 1 through 4 only)
• Amber — Audio and video ties (outputs 1 through 4 only)
• Select both video and audio for viewing — Press and release the Video and
Audio buttons as necessary until both are lit.
Press the Video button to I/O Press the Audio button to
toggle video on and off. toggle audio on and off.
VIDEO AUDIO
The button lights green The button lights red when
when selected. selected.

INPUTS

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
OUTPUTS

NOTE: Until you select an input, the buttons for outputs 1 through 4 light amber if no
inputs are tied, green if no video inputs are tied (only audio is tied), or red if no audio
inputs are tied (only video is tied).
Outputs 5 through 16 light green if no video inputs are tied (because audio is not
supported on these outputs, they do not light red or amber).

Figure 47. Selecting Video and Audio to View

3. Press and release the View < button to put the switcher in view-only mode. The
View < button lights green. All output buttons that are not tied light as follows:
• Amber — No tied video or audio input (outputs 1 through 4 only)
• Green — No tied video input
• Red — No tied audio input (outputs 1 through 4 only)
Likewise, when you press an output button with no ties, all other output buttons without
ties light.
4. Press and release an input button to view its ties (the Input 4 button was pressed in the
example in figure 48).
NOTE: After 30 seconds of front panel inactivity, the DXP exits view-only mode.
Press and release an Input button.
The button lights amber.

INPUTS

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
The buttons for outputs that are tied to the selected
input light the appropriate color:
• Amber for audio and video ties (audio follow)
• Green for video ties
• Red for audio ties

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
OUTPUTS

The buttons for outputs that are not tied to input 4 are either unlit or background illuminated.

Figure 48. Select an Input to View

DXP HD 4K Series • Operation 34

 • To view audio ties only — Press and release the Video button to deselect video.
Press the Video button I/O The Audio button
to deselect it. remains lit red to
The button is unlit or VIDEO AUDIO indicate that only
background illuminated audio is selected.
when deselected.

The output buttons for outputs that are tied to the

selected input light or blink red to indicate audio ties.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
OUTPUTS

The output buttons for outputs that are not tied to the selected input are either unlit or background illuminated.
Figure 49. Deselecting Video and Selecting Audio to View Only Audio
Ties
• To view video ties only — Press and release the Video button to toggle it to
green and the Audio button to toggle it to either unlit or background-illuminated.
Press the Video button I/O Press the Audio
to select it. button to deselect it.
The button lights green VIDEO AUDIO The button is unlit
when selected. or background
illuminated when
deselected.

The output buttons for outputs that are tied to the selected input
(input 4 in this example) light green to indicate video ties.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
OUTPUTS

The output buttons for outputs that are not tied to the selected input are either unlit or background illuminated.

Figure 50. Deselecting Audio and Selecting Video to View Only Video
Ties
If video ties are established for the selected input, the output buttons light green for
all video outputs tied to it. If no ties are established for the selected input, all output
buttons return to either unlit or background illumination.
5. Press and release the View < button to exit view-only mode.
Press the View < button
to exit view-only mode.

All input buttons and output buttons

VIEW
return to unlit or background illumination.

The View < button returns to

unlit or background illumination.

Figure 51. Press the View < Button to Exit View-only Mode
NOTE: You can also view a set of ties by selecting a tied output. To show this:
1. Note the number of a lit output button.
2. Press and release the unlit or background-illuminated button for an untied
output. Observe that the buttons for all of the untied outputs light.
3. Press the output button that you noted previously and observe that the
selected output button, the tied input button, and the output buttons light for all
of the outputs that are tied to the input.

DXP HD 4K Series • Operation 35

Saving and Recalling Presets

A preset is a complete map of all input and output connections. The current configuration (0)
can be saved as a preset in any one of 16 preset memory slots (DXP 88 series) or 32 preset
slots (DXP 1616 series). Preset locations are assigned to the input buttons and (where
necessary) output buttons, and each switcher has as many presets available from the front
panel as it has input and output buttons. In addition, all presets can be saved and recalled
from the PCS software and by SIS commands. When a preset is retrieved from memory, it
becomes the current configuration.
NOTES:
• Presets cannot be viewed from the front panel unless recalled as the current
configuration. Presets can be viewed using the PCS configuration program (see the
Configuration Software section, beginning on page 81, for more details).
• The current configuration and all presets are stored in non-volatile memory.
When power is removed and restored, the current configuration is still active and all
presets are retained.
• When a preset is recalled, it replaces the current configuration, which is lost
unless it is also stored as a preset. The recalled preset overwrites all of the current
configuration ties in favor of the preset ties.

• On the DXP 88 series:

• Inputs 1 through 4 correspond to global presets 1 through 4.
• Outputs 1 through 4 correspond to presets 5 through 8.
• Inputs 5 through 8 correspond to presets 9 through 12.
• Outputs 5 through 8 correspond to presets 13 through 16.
Preset Preset Preset Preset Preset Preset Preset Preset
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
INPUTS OUTPUTS

1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4

5 6 7 8 5 6 7 8

Preset Preset Preset Preset Preset Preset Preset Preset

9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

Figure 52. Preset Locations for DXP 44, 84, and 88

• On the DXP 1616 series, inputs 1 through 16 correspond to presets 1 through 16.
Outputs 1 through 16 correspond to presets 17 through 32.
Preset Preset Preset Preset Preset Preset Preset Preset preset Preset Preset preset Preset Preset Preset Preset
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
INPUTS

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
OUTPUTS

Preset Preset Preset Preset Preset Preset Preset Preset preset Preset Preset preset Preset Preset Preset Preset
17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32

Figure 53. Preset Locations for DXP 168 and 1616 Models

DXP HD 4K Series • Operation 36

DXP 88 Series — Saving and recalling a preset
1. Press the Esc button to clear any previous selections. The Esc LED blinks green once.
2. To save a preset, press and hold the Preset button until the Preset LED starts blinking.
To recall a preset, press and release the Preset button.
PRESET PRESET
Save a Press and hold.
preset Preset LED blinks.
2 seconds

PRESET PRESET
Recall a Press and release.
Preset LED lights.
preset

• All Input and Output button LEDs with assigned presets light red.
• The current preset is overwritten if you select a previously saved
preset.

INPUTS OUTPUTS

1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4

5 6 7 8 5 6 7 8

Figure 54. Saving or Recalling a Preset (DXP 44, 84, and 88)
3. Press the input or output button for the desired preset number.
NOTE: All input and output buttons can be used for presets, even if they do not
represent actual inputs or outputs on the DXP.
The LED blinks red to indicate that this
preset is selected to save or recall.

ENTER The Enter LED blinks green

1 to indicate the need to
activate the save or recall.

Figure 55. Pressing an Input or Output Button to Select a Preset

4. Press the Enter button to confirm.

DXP 1616 Series — Saving a preset

1. Press and release the Esc > button.
Press the Esc button to clear all selections.
C O NT R O L

ENTER PRESET VIEW ESC

The button blinks once.

Figure 56. Clearing All Selections

DXP HD 4K Series • Operation 37

2. Press and hold the Preset button until it blinks (approximately 2 seconds).
Press and hold the Preset button until it blinks.

PRESET PRESET
2 seconds
All buttons with assigned presets
light.
If you then save the configuration
to a lit preset number, the
configuration data at that preset
Preset Assigned
location will be overwritten.
INPUTS

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

No Preset Assigned

Figure 57. Entering Save Preset Mode

3. Press and release the input or output button for the desired preset.
C O NT R O L
Press and release the Input button
for the desired preset number. VIEW ESC
ENTER PRESET

The button blinks to indicate that this

preset number is selected but not saved.
• The Enter button blinks to indicate the
need to save the preset.
• The Preset button continues to blink.

INPUTS

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

Figure 58. Selecting the Preset

4. Press and release the Enter button. The current configuration is now stored in the
selected memory location.
Press the Enter button to
save the preset.

C O NT R O L
All input and output buttons return to
VIEW ESC
ENTER PRESET unlit or background illumination.

The Enter and Preset

buttons return to unlit or
background illumination.

Figure 59. Pressing the Enter Button

DXP 1616 Series — Recalling a preset

In the following example, a preset is recalled to become the current configuration. The steps
show the front panel indications that result from your action.
1. Press and release the Esc > button.
Press the Esc button to clear all selections.
C O NT R O L

ENTER PRESET VIEW ESC

The button blinks once.

Figure 60. Clearing All Selections

DXP HD 4K Series • Operation 38

2. Press and release the Preset button (the example in figures 61 and 62 shows an audio
preset).
Press and release the
Preset button.
The Preset button lights.

PRESET

Preset Assigned All buttons with assigned

presets light.

INPUTS

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

No Preset Assigned

Figure 61. Entering Recall Preset Mode

3. Press and release the input or output button for the desired preset.
C O NT R O L

Press and release the Input button for the desired preset. ENTER PRESET VIEW ESC

The button blinks to indicate that this preset number is

selected but not recalled.
The Enter button blinks to indicate
the need to recall the preset.

INPUTS

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

Figure 62. Selecting the Preset

4. Press and release the Enter button. The configuration stored in the selected memory
location is now the current configuration and can be viewed in view-only mode.
Press the Enter button to
recall the preset.

C O NT R O L

ENTER PRESET VIEW ESC

The Enter and Preset

buttons return to unlit or
background illumination.

INPUTS

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
All input and output buttons return to unlit or background illumination.

Figure 63. Pressing the Enter Button

DXP HD 4K Series • Operation 39

Muting and Unmuting Outputs from the Front Panel
NOTES:
• You can mute video and audio, video-only, or audio-only outputs. Pressing and
releasing the Video button and the Audio button toggles each selection on and off.
• When the DXP enters view-only mode, the output LEDs light for all outputs
without ties.
• Mutes are saved to non-volatile memory. When power is removed and
restored, the mute settings are retained.
• Mutes are protected when front panel lock mode 2 is selected. You can view the status
of the output (muted or unmuted) in lock mode 2 but you cannot change it from the
front panel (see Locking and Unlocking the Front Panel (Executive Modes) on
page 45).
• To enable changes to the mute settings, set the lock mode to 0.

DXP 88 Series — Muting and Unmuting Outputs

1. Press Esc to clear any leftover button selections or incomplete ties.
2. Press the I/O button to toggle to your desired selection, Video (green LED lights) or
Audio (red LED lights).
VIDEO
I/O Lights green when video is selected.

Press I/O button to

select audio or video. I/O

Lights red when audio is selected.

AUDIO

Figure 64. Selecting Audio or Video to Mute

3. Press the button for the output to be muted, and hold it until its LED begins to blink
(approximately 2 seconds). The LED continues to blink until the output is unmuted.
Press and hold the desired
Output button.
1 1 The button blinks to indicate
2 seconds that the output is muted.

NOTE: Video is muted in this example. Green = Video is muted.

Red = Audio is muted.

Figure 65. Muting an Output

To unmute an output, press and hold the blinking output button until the blinking stops
(approximately 2 seconds).
NOTE: In the DXP 44, 84, and 88, if you want to mute an output, but accidentally press
an input button prior to pressing and holding the desired output, this voids the output
muting process and activates the tie process.

DXP HD 4K Series • Operation 40

DXP 1616 Series — Muting and Unmuting Outputs
1. Press and release the Esc > button.
Press the Esc button to clear all selections.
C O NT R O L

ENTER PRESET VIEW ESC

The button blinks once.

Figure 66. Clearing All Selections

2. Press and release the View < button to enter view-only mode. The View < button
lights green.
Press the View < button
to enter view-only mode.

VIEW All untied output buttons light.

The View < button lights green.

Figure 67. Entering View-only Mode

3. To select both video and audio for viewing and muting, if necessary, press and release
the Video and Audio buttons.
Press the Video button to I/O Press the Audio button to
toggle video on and off. toggle audio on and off.
VIDEO AUDIO
The button lights green The button lights red when
when selected. selected.

INPUTS

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
OUTPUTS

Figure 68.UntilSelecting
NOTE: you select anVideo and
input, the Audio
buttons for Viewing
for outputs and4 Muting
1 through light amber if no
inputs are tied, green if no video inputs are tied (only audio is tied), or red if no audio
inputs Output
NOTE: mutes
are tied (only videoare protected when front panel lock mode 2 is selected. You
is tied).
can view the mutes in lock mode 2 but you cannot change them from the front
Outputs 5 through 16 light green if no video inputs are tied (because audio is not
panel (seeonLocking
supported andthey
these outputs, Unlocking
do not lightthe
red Front Panel (Executive Modes) on
or amber).
page 45).
If front panel lock mode 2 is selected and you try to perform steps 4 and 5, the
actions are ignored. Set the lock mode to 0 to enable changes.

DXP HD 4K Series • Operation 41

4. One at a time, press and hold the buttons for the outputs to be muted, until each
button begins to blink (approximately 2 seconds). The video and audio signals are
muted for all the selected outputs (outputs 3 and 4 in the example in figure 69).
Mute outputs one at a time.

Press and hold the Output 3 button.

3 2 seconds 3
The button blinks to indicate
that the output is muted.

Green = Video is muted.

NOTE: Video is muted in this example. Red = Audio is muted.
Amber = Video and audio are muted.

Press and hold the Output 4 button.

4 2 seconds 4 The button blinks to indicate
that the output is muted.

Figure 69. Muting Outputs

NOTES:
• If both video and audio are selected, the mute action toggles both the video
and audio outputs. If either the video output or the audio output is already
muted, the unmuted output is muted and the muted output is unmuted.
• If both video and audio are selected and only video is muted, the output button
blinks between green and amber. If only audio is selected, the output button
blinks between red and amber.

5. Press and release the View < button to exit view-only mode.
Press the View button
to exit view-only mode.

All input buttons and output buttons

VIEW
return to unlit or background illumination.

The View button returns to

unlit or background
illumination.

Figure 70. Press the View < Button to Exit View-only Mode
To unmute the outputs:
One at a time, press and hold each output button for approximately 2 seconds until each
button returns to its previous state. The video and audio signals for the selected outputs are
unmuted.
Unmute outputs one at a time.

Press and hold the Output 3 button. The button returns to its previous indication
3 2 seconds 3 (either lit, background illuminated, or unlit)
to indicate that the output is unmuted.

Press and hold the Output 4 button. The button returns to its previous indication
4 2 seconds 4 (either lit, background illuminated, or unlit)
to indicate that the output is unmuted.

Figure 71. Unmuting the Outputs

NOTE: If both video and audio are selected, the unmute action toggles both the video
and audio outputs on and off. If either the video output or the audio output is already
unmuted, the muted output is unmuted and the unmuted output is muted.

DXP HD 4K Series • Operation 42

 Viewing the Mute Status
To check the mute status of an output:

DXP 88 series
1. Press the Esc button to clear any previous selections.
2. Press the I/O button to select the type of signal to view (video or audio).
3. Press the button for the output to be viewed.
• If the selected output is muted, the button LED blinks red (audio) or green (video),
depending on your viewing selection in step 2.
• If the selected output is not muted, the LED for its button lights steadily.
4. If desired, press the I/O button again to view the mute status of the other signal type.
For example, after viewing the audio mute status of an output and before it times out,
press the I/O button again to view the video status of the same output.
5. To exit the view mode, press Esc > or wait for the indicators to time out.

DXP 1616 series

1. Press the Esc button to clear any previous selections.
2. Press the Audio, Video, or both I/O buttons to select the type of signal to view.
3. Press and release the View < button, which lights green. All output buttons that are not
tied light.
4. Press the button for the output to be viewed.
• If only the audio is muted for the selected output:
• If the Audio I/O button was selected, the output button blinks red.
• If the Video button was selected, the output button lights steadily green.
• If both the Video and Audio I/O buttons were selected, the output button
blinks alternating amber and red.
• If only the video is muted for the selected output:
• If the Audio I/O button was selected, the output button lights red.
• If the Video I/O button was selected, the output button or blinks green.
• If both Video and Audio I/O buttons were selected, the output button blinks
alternating amber and green.
• If neither signal is muted for the selected output, the output button lights steadily in
the color indicating its signal type.

Locking and Unlocking the Front Panel (Executive Modes)

The matrix switchers have three levels of front panel security lock that limit the operation of
the switcher from the front panel:
• Lock mode 0 — The front panel is completely unlocked. All front panel functions are
available.
• Lock mode 1 — All changes are locked from the front panel (except for setting lock
mode 2). Some functions can be viewed.
• Lock mode 2 — Basic functions are unlocked. Advanced features, except for
switching to lock mode 1, are locked and can only be viewed.

DXP HD 4K Series • Operation 43

 Basic functions include:
• Making ties
• Saving and recalling presets
• Changing lock modes
Advanced functions include:
• Setting video and audio output mutes
• Setting the rear panel Remote RS 232 port protocol and baud rate
NOTE: The switcher is shipped from the factory in lock mode 2.

Selecting Front Panel Lock Mode 2 or Toggling between Lock Modes 2 and 0
NOTES:
• If the switcher is in lock mode 0 or 1, this procedure selects mode 2.
• If the switcher is in lock mode 2, this procedure selects mode 0 (unlocks the
switcher).

DXP 88 series — toggling between lock modes 2 and 0

Toggle the front panel lock on and off by pressing and holding the Enter, I/O, and Esc
buttons simultaneously until the following LEDs blink twice (approximately 3 seconds).
• The Esc, Video, and Audio LEDs blink twice if the DXP is now in lock mode 2.
• The Video and Audio LEDs blink twice if the DXP is now in lock mode 0.
Press and hold simultaneously.

VIDEO
ENTER ESC I/O

3 seconds
AUDIO
VIDEO
ESC I/O

The LEDs blink twice. AUDIO

Release the buttons.

Figure 72. Switching between Front Panel Lock Modes 0 and 2 — DXP 44, 84,
and 88

DXP HD 4K Series • Operation 44

 DXP 1616 series — toggling between lock modes 2 and 0
Toggle the front panel lock on and off by pressing and holding the Enter, Video, and Audio
buttons simultaneously until the following buttons blink twice (approximately 2 seconds).
• The Esc >, Video, and Audio buttons blink twice if the DXP is now in lock mode 2.
• The Video and Audio buttons blink twice if the DXP is now in lock mode 0.
See figure 73 for a diagram of the procedure.

Lock mode 2
CONTROL I/O I/O

ENTER PRESET VIEW ESC VIDEO AUDIO VIDEO AUDIO

AUDIO

Press and hold for 2 seconds.

Lock mode 0
CONTROL I/O CONTROL I/O

ENTER PRESET VIEW ESC VIDEO AUDIO ENTER PRESET VIEW ESC VIDEO AUDIO
AUDIO

Press and hold for 2 seconds.

Figure 73. Switching between Front Panel Lock Modes 0 and 2 —

DXP 168 and 1616

Selecting Front Panel Lock Mode 2 or Toggling between Lock Modes 2 and 1
NOTES:
• If the switcher is in lock mode 1, this procedure selects mode 2.
• If the switcher is in lock mode 2, this selects mode 1 (locks all switcher functions
except selecting mode 2).

Toggle the lock on and off by pressing and holding the Video and Audio buttons until the
following buttons blink twice (approximately 3 seconds).
• The Esc, Video, and Audio buttons or LEDs blink twice if the DXP is now in lock
mode 2.
• The Video and Audio buttons or LEDs blink twice if the DXP is now in lock mode 1.
NOTE: To switch from lock mode 1 (front panel is completely locked) to lock mode 0
(front panel is unlocked), you must first switch to mode 2, then from mode 2 to
mode 0.

DXP HD 4K Series • Operation 45

 DXP 44, 84, and 88 DXP 168 and 1616
Press and hold Press and hold
simultaneously. simultaneously.
I/O

ESC I/O
VIDEO AUDIO

3 seconds 2 seconds
VIDEO I/O
ESC I/O
ESC VIDEO AUDIO

AUDIO

The Esc, Video, and Audio LEDs The Esc, Video, and Audio LEDs
blink twice. blink twice.
Release the buttons. Release the buttons.

Figure 74. Toggling between Lock Modes 1 and 2

Switching from Lock Mode 1 to Lock Mode 0

If the switcher is in lock mode 1, you cannot change it directly to lock mode 0 (completely
unlocked). You must first place the switcher in lock mode 2, then toggle it to mode 0
(see Selecting Lock Mode 2 or Toggling Between Mode 2 and Mode 0 beginning on
page 45).

Resetting
There are several methods by which you can reset the DXP, and some of these methods
allow for four levels of resetting. The following reset methods are available on the DXP:
• Front panel buttons (see Resetting the System from the Front Panel)
• Rear panel Reset button (see Resetting Using the Rear Panel Reset Button on
page 49)
• SIS commands (see the Reset mode commands in the Command and Response
Table for SIS Commands, page 76)
• PCS configuration software (see the program help file)

Resetting the System from the Front Panel

A system reset (also known as a “hard reset” does the following:
• Clears all ties and presets.
• Clears all video and audio setup and mutes.
NOTE: The system reset does not reset the Internet protocol (IP) settings or replace
user-installed firmware.

The front panel reset is identical to the E ZXXX} SIS command (see the Reset mode
commands).

DXP HD 4K Series • Operation 46

DXP 88 series — resetting from the front panel
To reset the DXP 44, 84, or 88 switcher to the factory default settings:
1. Press and hold the I/O button while you apply AC power to the switcher.
Press and hold the I/O button while
you apply power to the switcher.

VIDEO
I/O
The Video and Audio LEDs
blink, then become unlit.

AUDIO

Continue to hold the I/O button until Power

the Video and Audio LEDs light.

Release the I/O button.

Figure 75. System Reset, DXP 88 Series

2. Continue to hold the I/O button until the power-up sequence is completed and the
following occurs:
• All LEDs light then go off.
• The Inputs Signal and HDCP LEDs light and remain lit according to the current state
of each input.

DXP 1616 series — resetting from the front panel

To reset the DXP 168 or 1616 switcher to the factory default settings:
1. Press and hold the View < and Esc > buttons while you apply power to the switcher.
Press and hold the View < and Esc >
buttons while you apply power to the switcher.
AX
AM
~ --

I/O
0V
0-24
10

The buttons blink, 50

-60
Hz

VIEW ESC
then become unlit.

Continue to hold the View < and Esc >

buttons until all input and output buttons
blink and return to either unlit or to Power
background illumination.

Release the View < and Esc > buttons.

Figure 76. System Reset, DXP 1616 Series
2. Continue to hold the View < and Esc > buttons until the power-up sequence is
completed and all buttons blink and turn off.

DXP HD 4K Series • Operation 47

 Resetting Using the Rear Panel Reset Button
The rear panel has a recessed Reset button (see figures 3 and 4, D) that initiates various
levels of soft resets, which restore various tiers of switcher settings to their defaults. For
different reset levels, press and hold the button while the switcher is running or press and
hold the button while you apply power to the switcher. Use a pointed stylus, ballpoint pen, or
small screwdriver to press the button.
ATTENTION:
• Review the reset modes in the table on the next page carefully. Using the wrong
reset mode could result in unintended loss of flash memory programming, port
reassignment, or a controller reboot.
• Étudier attentivement les différents modes de réinitialisation voir tableau page
suivante. Appliquer le mauvais mode de réinitialisation peut causer une perte
inattendue de la programmation de la mémoire flash, une reconfiguration des ports
ou une réinitialisation du processeur.

NOTES:
• The reset modes listed in the table close all open IP and Telnet connections and all
sockets.
• The modes described in the table are separate functions, not a continuation from
mode 1 to mode 5.
• There is no reset mode 2 for DXP HD 4K.
• Since DXP HD 4K switchers do not support events, reset mode 3 is also
unavailable. If you attempt to initiate it, the Reset LED blinks 3 times but no reset is
performed.

The table on the next page provides a summary of the reset modes.

Reset Modes Summary for DXP HD 4K Series

Mode Activation Result Purpose/Notes
1 Hold in the recessed Reset button • Restores the factory-installed Use mode 1
while applying power to the switcher. firmware for a single power cycle. to revert to the
• Event scripts do not start. factory firmware
if incompatibility
• Maintains all user files and settings issues arise.
(drivers, audio adjustments, IP
settings, and so on) are maintained.
• It does not clear the current
configuration.
4 Hold in the Reset button until the • Sets the IP address, subnet address, Mode 4 resets
Reset LED blinks twice (once after and gateway address to the factory all IP settings to
approximately 3 seconds and defaults. factory defaults.
again after 6 seconds). Then, within • Sets port mapping to the factory It does not replace
1 second press Reset momentarily (for default. any user-installed
less than 1 second). firmware.
• Turns DHCP off.
• Turn event scripts off.
The Reset LED blinks four times in quick
succession during the reset.

DXP HD 4K Series • Operation 48

 Reset Modes Summary for DXP HD 4K Series
5 Hold in the Reset button until the Performs a complete reset to factory Mode 5 is useful
Reset LED blinks three times (once defaults (with the exception of the if you want to
after approximately 3 seconds, again firmware), which includes: start over with
after 6 seconds, and then again after • Everything mode 4 does configuration and
9 seconds). Then, within 1 second uploading and also
press Reset momentarily (for less than • Reset of all real time adjustments: to replace events.
1 second). • Clears all ties, presets, and audio or
This reset,
RS-232 mutes. equivalent to the
• Resets all IP options.
EZQQQ} SIS
• Removes or clears all switcher files.
command, also
The reset LED blinks four times in quick removes the initial
succession during the reset. serial number
password and sets
it to no password.
To perform a hardware reset of the switcher:
1. Use a stylus or small Philips screwdriver to press and hold the rear panel Reset button
until the front panel Video and Audio buttons blink twice (for a system reset) or three
times (for an absolute reset).
Press and hold Release, then immediately
the Reset button. Reset LED blinks twice. press and release again.
RESET

RESET

RESET
IP Settings 6 seconds
Reset
(Mode 4)
Front panel I/O buttons or LEDs blink twice.

VIDEO
I/O I/O

VIDEO AUDIO

AUDIO
DXP 88 Series DXP 1616 Series

Press and hold Reset LED blinks Release, then immediately

the Reset button. three times. press and release again.
RESET

RESET

RESET

9 seconds
Absolute Reset
(Mode 5)

Front panel I/O buttons blink three times.

VIDEO
I/O I/O

VIDEO AUDIO

AUDIO
DXP 88 Series DXP 1616 Series

Figure 77. Soft Resets (Modes 4 and 5)

2. Release the Reset button and then immediately press and release it again. Nothing
happens if the second momentary press does not occur within 1 second.

DXP HD 4K Series • Operation 49

Selecting the Remote RS-232 Port Baud Rate
NOTES:
• The serial port settings are protected when front panel lock mode 2 is selected. You
can view the settings in lock mode 2 but you cannot change them from the front
panel.
• To enable changes to the baud rate settings, set the lock mode to 0.

To view and configure the serial communications settings for the switcher from the front
panel:
1. Simultaneously press and hold all Control buttons: Enter, Preset, View (DXP 168 and
1616 only) and Esc). Hold these buttons until all of the following buttons or button LEDs
light (approximately 2 seconds):
• Enter, Preset, View, and Esc Control buttons
• Input buttons 1 and 2
2. Press the appropriate Control button to select the baud rate:
• Enter = 9600
• Preset = 19200
• View = 38400 (DXP 168 and 1616 only)
NOTE: On the DXP 88 series, this rate can be selected via SIS commands (see
the Serial port configuration commands on page 80).

• Esc = 115200
The selected Control button or its LED blinks.
DXP 44, 84, and 88
Press and hold simultaneously.

ENTER PRESET ESC ENTER PRESET ESC

2 seconds

All Control LEDs light with one blinking.

DXP 168 and 1616
Press and hold the Enter, Preset,
View , and Esc buttons.

C O NT R O L C O NT R O L
2 seconds
ENTER PRESET VIEW ESC VIEW ESC
ENTER PRESET

All Control buttons light with one blinking.

The Control button or LED that continues blinking indicates the baud rate as follows:
Enter – 9600 Preset – 19200
View – 38400 (DXP 168 and 1616 only) Esc – 115200

Figure 78. RS-232 Baud Rate Display

3. Release the Control buttons.
4. Press and release an output button to exit the Serial Port Configuration mode.
To change a value, press and release the Control button that relates to the desired value.
The selected buttons blink and the others remain lit.

DXP HD 4K Series • Operation 50

Setting the Button Background Illumination — DXP 1616 Series Only
The buttons on the front panel can be set to have amber background illumination at all times
or the background illumination can be turned off.
To toggle the background illumination on and off, press and hold the Input 1 and Input 2
buttons simultaneously until the button background illumination changes (approximately
2 seconds.
Press and hold the Input 1 and Input 2 buttons
simultaneously to toggle background illumination
mode on or off.

INPUTS

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
OUTPUTS

After approximately 2 seconds, release the Input 1 and Input 2 buttons.

Figure 79. Toggle Background Illumination On or Off

Troubleshooting
The following are recommendations for actions to take if you have problems operating the
switcher:
1. Ensure that all devices are plugged in and powered on. The switcher is receiving power
if the Reset/Power LED is lit.
2. Check to see if one or more outputs are muted.
3. Ensure that an active input is selected for output on the switcher.
4. Ensure that the proper signal format is supplied.
5. Check the cabling and make corrections as necessary.
6. Call the Extron S3 Sales & Technical Support Hotline if necessary.

DXP HD 4K Series • Operation 51

Configuration Worksheets
Instead of trying to remember the configuration for each preset, use worksheets to record
this information. Make copies of the blank worksheet on page 56, and use one sheet
for each preset configuration. Cross out all unused or inactive inputs and outputs. The
worksheet is generic for all models of DXP. Disregard or cross out boxes for inputs and
outputs that your switcher does not have.
NOTE: The worksheet examples on these pages use a form that is set up for a
DXP 1616, you can use the same worksheet form provided on page 56 for all models
of the DXP HD 4K. Use only the input and output cells that you need to configure your
own system.

Worksheet Example 1: System Equipment

Figure 80 shows a worksheet for a DXP in a fictional organization with the system hardware
annotated. Output 7 has no connection in this organization, so it has been crossed out on
the worksheet.
Input Sources

4K 4K 4K PC Media VTG Editing Editing 4K 4K Media PC Media Media Editing Editing

Camera Camera Camera 1 Player 400DVI Station Station Camera Camera Player 2 Player Player Station Station
1 2 3 1 1 2 4 5 2 3 4 3 4
Main Main
podium podium

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

Main hall Main hall Podium Conf. Podium Demo Lobby Main hall Main hall Podium Conf. Podium Demo Lobby
1 2 monitor Room monitor Room monitor 3 4 monitor Room monitor Room monitor
1 1 2 1 1 2 2 4 2 2

Output Destinations
Preset # 3 Title: Weekly status mtg Video ties:
Fill in the preset number and use colors, dashes, and so forth, to make connecting lines.

Figure 80. Worksheet Example 1: System Equipment

Inputs include media players, PCs, editing stations, 4K cameras, and an Extron
VTG 400DVI. Output devices include various 4K monitors.
The VTG 400DVI video test generator connected to input 6 enables a video test pattern to
be sent to one, several, or all output devices for problem isolation or adjustment purposes.

DXP HD 4K Series • Operation 52

Worksheet Example 2: Daily Configuration
Figure 81 continues from worksheet example 1 by showing the video ties that make up the
configuration of preset 1. A solid ink line shows video ties.
Input Sources

4K 4K 4K PC Media VTG Editing Editing 4K 4K 4K Media PC Media Editing Editing

Camera Camera Camera 1 Player 400DVI Station Station Camera Camera Camera Player 2 Player Station Station
1 2 3 1 1 2 4 5 6 2 3 3 4
Main
podium

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

Main hall Main hall Podium Conf. Podium Demo Lobby Main hall Main hall Podium Conf. Podium Demo Lobby
1 2 monitor Room monitor Room monitor 3 4 monitor Room monitor Room monitor
1 1 2 1 2 2 3 2 2

Output Destinations
Preset # 3 Title: Weekly status mtg Video ties:
Figure 81. Worksheet Example 2: Daily Configuration
Fill in the preset number and use colors, dashes, and so forth, to make connecting lines.

In this example:
• The image of the presenter, from the main podium camera (input 1), is:
• Displayed in the main hall (output 1)
• Displayed in the conference room (output 4) to the overflow crowd
• Displayed in the Demo Room (output 6)
• Displayed in the lobby (output 8)
• The presenter has a presentation stored on PC 1 (input 4) that is:
• Displayed in the main hall (output 2)
• Displayed locally on podium 1 (output 3).

Worksheet Example 3: Test Configuration

The AV system in our fictional organization needs to be fine tuned on a regular basis.
Figure 82 shows a typical test configuration, with an Extron video test generator (input 6)
generating a test pattern to all monitors (outputs 1, 2, 3, 4, 8, and 16).
Input Sources

4K 4K 4K PC Media VTG Editing Editing 4K 4K 4K PC Media Media Editing Editing

Camera Camera Camera 1 Player 400DVI Station Station Camera Camera Camera 2 Player Player Station Station
1 2 3 1 1 2 4 5 6 2 3 3 4
Main
podium

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

Main hall Main hall Podium Conf. Podium Demo Lobby Main hall Main hall Podium Conf. Podium Demo Lobby
monitor monitor monitor Room monitor Room monitor 3 4 monitor Room monitor Room monitor
1 2 1 1 2 1 1 2 2 3 2 2

Output Destinations
Preset # 3 Title:
Weekly status mtg Video ties:
Fill in the preset number and use colors, dashes, and so forth, to make connecting lines.

Figure 82. Worksheet Example 3: Test Configuration

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 Input Sources
Worksheet Form

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

Output Destinations
Preset # Title:
Fill in the preset number and use colors, or dashes, and so on, to make connecting lines. Disregard or cross out the input and output boxes that do not apply to
your switcher.
DXP HD 4K Configuration Worksheet

DXP HD 4K Series • Operation

54
SIS Configuration
and Control

The DXP HD 4K Series can be configured and controlled with Extron Simple Instruction Set
(SIS) commands. This section describes the communication between a connected host
computer or other control device (such as a control system) and the device. Topics include:
• Connection Methods
• Host and Matrix Switcher Communication
• SIS Overview
• Command and Response Table

Connection Methods
Attach the host device to one of the following connectors:
• Remote RS-232 connector (see figure 3, E, or figure 4, E, on page 7)
• LAN connector (see figure 3, F, or figure 4, F, on page 7)
• USB connector (see figure 13, A, on page 17, or figure 14, A, on page 18)
Commands can be entered using a Telnet application such as the Extron DataViewer,
available at www.extron.com (see the DataViewer Help file for more details).

Host and Matrix Switcher Communication

SIS commands consist of one or more characters per field. No special characters are
required to begin or end a command sequence. Commands can be entered
back-to-back in a string with no spaces. When the switcher determines that a command
is valid, it executes the command and sends a response to the host device. All responses
from the switcher to the host end with a carriage return and a line feed (CR/LF = ]),
indicating the end of the response character string (one or more characters).

Copyright Information
The copyright message is displayed upon connecting to a switcher via TCP/IP or Telnet or
after a power cycle via RS-232, and depends on the switcher model.
] (c) Copyright YYYY, Extron Electronics, [model], Vn.nn, 60-nnnn-nn]
Ddd, DD MMM YYYY HH:MM:SS ] (day, date, and time as in Mon, 18 May 2015 11:27:33)
[model] is the device name.
Vx.xx is the firmware version number.
60-nnnn-nn is the model part number.
YYYY is the year.

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Device-Initiated Messages
When a local event such as a front panel selection or adjustment takes place, the matrix
switcher responds by sending a message to the host. No response is required from the
host. Examples of switcher-initiated messages are listed here.
• ] Password:
The ] Password: prompt requires a password (administrator level or user level)
followed by a carriage return. The prompt is repeated if the correct password is not
entered.
NOTES:
• The factory configured passwords for all accounts on these devices have been
set to the device serial number. Passwords are case sensitive.
• Performing a unit factory reset (entering an E ZQQQ } SIS command or
a mode 5 reset via the rear panel Reset button) removes the serial number
password, leaving the unit with no password.

If the correct password is entered, the unit responds with

] Login Administrator ] or ] Login User ], depending on the password
entered. If passwords are the same for both administrator and user, the switcher
defaults to administrator privileges.

NOTE: The password prompt is redisplayed if an incorrect password is entered.

• Qik ]
The switcher initiates the Qik message when a front panel switching operation occurs.
• Rprnn ]
The switcher initiates the Rpr message when a memory preset is recalled from the front
panel. nn is the preset number.
• Sprnn]
The switcher initiates the Spr message when a memory preset is saved from the front
panel. nn is the preset number.
• nnVmtx]
The switcher initiates the Vmt message when a video output mute is toggled on or off
from the front panel. nn is the output number. x is the mute status (0 = off, 1 = on).
• nnAmtx]
The switcher initiates the Amt message when an audio output mute is toggled on or off
from the front panel. nn is the output number. x is the mute status (0 = off, 1 = on).
• Exen]
The switcher initiates the Exe message when the Front Panel Lockout mode is toggled
on or off from the front panel. n is the mode (0 = off, 1 = view only, 2 = basic mode only)
• HplgOnn]
The switcher initiates the HplgO message when a hot plug event is detected on an
output. nn is the output number.

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Error Responses
When the switcher receives a valid command, it executes the command and sends a
response to the host device. If the unit is unable to execute the command, it returns an error
response to the host.

Error codes
E01 — Invalid input number E21 — Invalid room number
E10 — Invalid command E22 — Busy
E11 — Invalid preset number E24 — Privilege violation
E12 — Invalid output number E25 — Device not present
E13 — Invalid parameter E26 — Maximum number of connections
E14 — Not valid for this configuration exceeded

E17 — Timeout (caused only by direct write E28 — Bad filename or file not found
of global presets)

Error response references

These references in the command and response tables note particular error responses to
that command.
24
= Commands that give an E24 (privilege violation) error if not administrator level

Connection Timeouts
An Ethernet link disconnects after a designated period of no communications. By default,
this timeout duration is 5 minutes (see the Port timeout commands on page 78 to change
this value).

NOTE: Extron recommends periodically issuing query commands (see the Information
requests commands on page 77) to keep the connection active. If there are long
idle periods, Extron recommends disconnecting and reopening the connection when
another command must be sent.

Number of Connections
A DXP HD 4K Series switcher can have up to 200 simultaneous TCP connections, including
all http and Telnet connections. When the connection limit is reached, the switcher accepts
no new connections until some have been closed. No error message or indication is given
that the connection limit has been reached. To maximize performance, keep the number of
connections low and close unnecessary ones.

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SIS Overview

Using the Command and Response Table

The Command and Response Table beginning on page 67 lists the commands that the
switcher recognizes as valid, the responses that are returned to the host, a description
of the command function or the results of executing the command, and examples of
commands in ASCII.

NOTE: Upper and lower case text can be used interchangeably unless otherwise
stated.

ASCII to Hex Conversion Table

Space
•

Figure 83. ASCII to Hexadecimal Character Conversion Table

Verbose Mode
The connection to a DXP switcher can be used to monitor for changes that occur on the
switcher, such as front panel operations and SIS commands from a TCP/IP connection
or the RS-232 serial port. To receive change notices from the switcher, you must enable
verbose mode 1 or 3 (see the Verbose mode commands on page 76). In verbose mode 1
or 3, changes are reported in messages that resemble SIS command responses.

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Symbol Definitions
• = Space
] = Carriage return with line feed
} or | = Carriage return with no line feed
E or W = Escape key
24
= Superscripts indicate the error message displayed if the command is
entered incorrectly or with invalid parameters (see Error Responses on
page 59).
X! = Input number 0 = untie (for ties If applicable)
1-<maximum number of inputs>
X@ = Output number 0 = untie (for ties if applicable)
1-<maximum number of outputs>
X# = Enable or disable 0 = disable
1 = enable
X$ = Name 16 alphanumeric characters (12 characters for
room names)

NOTE: The pipe (|) character cannot be used in names. All other
characters, including symbols and spaces, are permitted.
X% = Input video format 0 = no signal detected
1 = DVI RGB 444
2 = HDMI RGB 444 Full
3 = HDMI RGB 444 Limited
4 = HDMI YUV 444 Full
5 = HDMI YUV 444 limited
6 = HDMI YUV 422 Full
7 = HDMI YUV 422 Limited
X^ = HDCP Authorized device 0 = block HDCP encryption
1 = allow HDCP encryption (default)
X& = Input HDCP status 0 = no source detected
1 = source is HDCP compliant
2 = source is not HDCP compliant
X* = Output format 0 = no signal detected
1 = DVI RGB 444
2 = HDMI RGB 444 Full
3 = HDMI RGB 444 Limited
4 = HDMI YUV 444 Full
5 = HDMI YUV 444 limited
6 = HDMI YUV 422 Full
7 = HDMI YUV 422 Limited
8 = pass through
X( = Color bit depth 0 = auto (default)
1 = 8-bit
X1) = HDCP mode 0 = auto (follow the input, default)
1 = on (always encrypt HDMI outputs)

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X1! = Output HDCP status 0 = no sink detected
1 = sink does not support HDCP
2 = sink supports HDCP but currently not
encrypted
3 = sink supports HDCP and is currently
encrypted
X1@ = Video mute 0 = unmute
1 = video mute
2 = video and sync mute
X1# = Audio mute 0 = unmute
1 = HDMI audio mute
2 = Analog audio mute
3 = HDMI and analog audio mute
4 = S/PDIF mute
5 = HDMI audio and S/PDIF mute
6 = Analog audio and S/PDIF mute
7 = HDMI audio, analog audio, and S/PDIF
mute
X1$ = Output mute 0= unmute
1= video mute (one or more outputs)
2= audio mute (one or more outputs)
3= video and audio mute (one or more
outputs)
X1% = Input attenuation -20 to 00 in dB (00 = default)
X1^ = Output volume 0 to 100 percent in approximately 1 dB
intervals (100 = default)
X1& = Global preset number DXP 1616 Series: 1-32
DXP 88 Series: 1-16
X1* = Room number 1-10
X1( = Room preset number 1-10
X2) = Front Panel Lockout mode 0 = unlock the front panel
1 = mode 1 (complete front panel lockout)
2 = mode 2 (tie configuration and preset
management only, default)
X2! = HDCP notification 0 = black
1 = green
X2@ = Signal status 0 = no signal detected
1 = input signal detected
X2# = Verbose mode 0 = clear or none (default for Telnet
connections)
1 = verbose mode (default for RS-232 and
USB connections)
2 = tagged responses for queries
3 = verbose mode and tagged queries
X2$ = Power save mode 0 = normal operation
1 = limited functionality,
see mode 1 Definition on page 76
2 = limited functionality,
see mode 2 Definition on page 76
X2% = Firmware version n.nn

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X2^ = Verbose firmware version [version]-[description]-[upload date
and time]
X2& = Power supply In voltage
X2* = Temperature In degrees Celsius
X2( = Fan In RPM
X3) = IP address nnn.nnn.nnn.nnn
(192.168.254.254 = default)
X3! = Subnet mask nnn.nnn.nnn.nnn (255.255.0.0 = default)
X3@ = Gateway address nnn.nnn.nnn.nnn (0.0.0.0 = default)
X3# = MAC address 00-05-A6-xx-xx-xx
X3$ = Open connections 0-<maximum number of open
connections>
X3% = Port timeout 1 to 65000 in 10-second intervals (30 = default)
X3^ = Device name Maximum 63 alphanumeric characters or
hyphens. The first character must be an alpha
character. The last character must not be a
hyphen. No blank or space characters are
permitted. Uppercase and lowercase letters are
interchangeable.
X3& = Date and time In the format MM/DD/YY•HH:mm:SS
MM = month: 01 (January) to 12 (December)
DD = day: 01 to 31 (depending on the month)
YY = year: 00 to 99 (last two digits)
HH = hour: 00 to 23
mm = minute: 00 to 59
SS = second: 00 to 59
X3* = Date and time (view only) In the format DAY,•DD•MMM•YYYY•HH:mm:SS
DAY =day of the week: Mon to Sun
DD = date: 01 to 31 (depending on the month)
MMM = month: 01 to 12
YYYY = year: 2000 to 2099
HH = hour: 00 to 23
mm = minute: 00 to 59
SS = second: 00 to 59
X3( = GMT offset -12:00 to +14:00
X4) = Time zone Time zone code (see the View time zone
command on page 79 to view a list of
available time zones). The code is followed by
an * in the response.
X4! = Time zone description In the format (UTC X3()• <Description>
This is the UTC equivalent for a particular time
zone as well as a general description of the
geographical area.
X4@ = Password 128 characters maximum

NOTE: The pipe (|) character is invalid for passwords.

X4# = Filename Can carry a full path name. EDID file format is
.bin, carrying 128 or 256 bytes of binary data.

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X4$ = EDID reference file for DDC 9 = 720p @ 60 Hz (default)
See the EDID tables, starting below.
DXP 44 and 84 1–17 = fixed factory rates
18–21 = not selectable (outputs)
26–33 = user assignable
DXP 88 1–17 = fixed factory rates
18–25 = not selectable (outputs)
26–33 = user assignable
DXP 168 1–17 = fixed factory rates
18–25 = not selectable (outputs)
34–49 = user assignable
DXP 1616 1–17 = fixed factory rates
18–33 = not selectable (outputs)
34– 49 = user assignable

DXP 44 and 84 EDID Table — DDC Source Selection

Resolution SIS
SIS Refresh Refresh
or Source/ Value Resolution
Value (Hz) X4$ (Hz)
Destination
2ch Audio **Outputs
1 1280x800 60 18 Output 1
2 1440x900 60 19 Output 2
3 1600x900 60 20 Output 3
4 1680x1050 60 21 Output 4
5 1920x1200 60 User Loaded Slots
6 2560x1440 60 26 User assigned
7 2560x1600 60 27 User assigned
8 720p 50 28 User assigned
*9 720p 60 29 User assigned
10 1080p 50 30 User assigned
11 1080p 60 31 User assigned
12 4K/UHD 30 32 User assigned
S/PDIF Audio 33 User assigned
13 720p 50
14 720p 60
15 1080p 50
16 1080p 60
17 4K/UHD 30

*Default EDID
**Stored from connected output monitors as reference

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 DXP 168 and 1616 EDID Table — DDC Source Selection
SIS Resolution SIS
Refresh Refresh
Value or Source/ Value Resolution
X4$ (Hz) X4$ (Hz)
Destination
2ch Audio **Outputs — DXP 1616 only
1 1280x800 60 26 Output 9
2 1440x900 60 27 Output 10
3 1600x900 60 28 Output 11
4 1680x1050 60 29 Output 12
5 1920x1200 60 30 Output 13
6 2560x1440 60 31 Output 14
7 2560x1600 60 32 Output 15
8 720p 50 33 Output 16
*9 720p 60 User Loaded Slots
10 1080p 50 34 User assigned
11 1080p 60 35 User assigned
12 4K/UHD 30 36 User assigned
S/PDIF Audio 37 User assigned
13 720p 50 38 User assigned
14 720p 60 39 User assigned
15 1080p 50 40 User assigned
16 1080p 60 41 User assigned
17 4K/UHD 30 42 User assigned
**Outputs — Both Models 43 User assigned
18 Output 1 44 User assigned
19 Output 2 45 User assigned
20 Output 3 46 User assigned
21 Output 4 47 User assigned
22 Output 5 48 User assigned
23 Output 6 49 User assigned
24 Output 7
25 Output 8

*Default EDID
**Stored from connected output monitors as reference

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 DXP 88 EDID Table — DDC Source Selection
SIS Resolution SIS
Refresh Refresh
Value or Source/ Value Resolution
X4$ (Hz) X4$ (Hz)
Destination
2ch Audio **Outputs
1 1280x800 60 18 Output 1
2 1440x900 60 19 Output 2
3 1600x900 60 20 Output 3
4 1680x1050 60 21 Output 4
5 1920x1200 60 22 Output 5
6 2560x1440 60 23 Output 6
7 2560x1600 60 24 Output 7
8 720p 50 25 Output 8
*9 720p 60 User Loaded Slots
10 1080p 50 26 User assigned
11 1080p 60 27 User assigned
12 4K/UHD 30 28 User assigned
S/PDIF Audio 29 User assigned
13 720p 50 30 User assigned
14 720p 60 31 User assigned
15 1080p 50 32 User assigned
16 1080p 60 33 User assigned
17 4K/UHD 30

*Default EDID
**Stored from connected output monitors as reference
Serial port parameters
X4% = Port number 01 – 99
X4^ = Baud rate 9600 (default), 19200, 38400, 115200
X4& = Parity Odd, Even, None (default), Mark, Space
Enter only the first letter.
X4* = Data bits 7, 8 (default)
X4( = Stop bits 1 (default), 2

X5) = MKP mode Volume steps:

1 = Set DXP to normal operation, 1-100 steps
(default).
2 = Set DXP to MKP volume control range, 1-64
steps.

NOTE: Entering the E ZQQQ} or E ZXXX} system reset command

resets the MKP mode to the default (1).

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Command and Response Table
Command ASCII Command Response Additional Description
(Host to Switcher) (Switcher to Host)
Input and Output Tie Commands
Individual ties
Tie HDMI input to HDMI and X! * X@ ! Out X@ • In X! • All ] Tie or untie an HDMI input to
audio outputs HDMI and audio output.
Tie HDMI input to HDMI X! * X@ % Out X@ • In X! • Vid] Tie or untie an HDMI input to
output an HDMI output.
Tie HDMI audio input to audio X! * X@ $ Out X@ • In X! • Aud] Tie or untie an HDMI audio
only output input to an analog audio and
S/PDIF output.
Ties to all outputs
Tie HDMI input to all HDMI X! *! In X! • All ] Tie an HDMI input to all HDMI
and audio outputs and audio outputs.
Tie HDMI input to all HDMI X! *% In X! • Vid ] Tie an HDMI input to all HDMI
outputs outputs.
Tie HDMI audio input to all X! *$ In X! • Aud ] Tie HDMI audio input to all
audio only outputs analog audio and S/PDIF
outputs.
Quick tie
Multiple ties E +Q X! * X@ %...X! * X@ !} Qik ] Make multiple ties in one
command entry (applies to
HDMI and audio outputs).
Example (DXP 88 HD 4K) E +Q3*4%6*1$3*2!} Qik ] Tie HDMI input 3 to HDMI
output 4, HDMI audio input 6
to analog audio output 1, and
HDMI input 3 to HDMI and
analog audio output 2.
View ties
View HDMI and audio output X@ ! X!] View input tied to an HDMI and
tie audio output.
Out X@ • InX! • All] Verbose mode 2 and 3
View HDMI output tie X@ % X!] View input tied to an HDMI
output.
Out X@ • InX! • Vid] Verbose mode 2 and 3
View audio output tie X@ $ X!] View input tied to an audio
output.
Out X@ • InX! • Aud] Verbose mode 2 and 3

KEY:
X! = Input number 0 = untie (for ties If applicable)
1 through <maximum number of inputs>
X@ = Output number 0 = untie (for ties if applicable)
1 through <maximum number of outputs>

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Command ASCII Command Response Additional Description
(host to switcher) (switcher to host)
Input Configuration Commands
Input name
Set input name E X! , X$ NI} Nmi X! , X$] Set the name of an input.
View input name E X! NI} X$] View name of an input.
Input video format
View video format X! *\ X%] View the video format for
an input.
Ityp X! * X%] Verbose mode 2 and 3
HDCP Authorized device
Set HDCP Authorized E E X! * X^ HDCP} HdcpE X! * X^] Set the HDCP Authorized
device setting device setting for an input.
View HDCP Authorized E E X! HDCP} X^] View the HDCP Authorized
device setting device setting for an input.
HdcpE X! * X^]
Verbose mode 2 and 3
Input HDCP status
View input HDCP status E I X! HDCP} X&] View the HDCP status on
an input.
HdcpI X! * X&]
Verbose modes 2 and 3
View all input HDCP status E IHDCP} X& 1 X& 2...X& n ] View the HDCP status for
all inputs. n = the maximum
number of inputs
HdcpI00*X& 1 X& 2...X& n ]
Verbose mode 2 and 3

KEY:
X! = Input number 1 through <maximum number of inputs>

X$ = Name 16 alphanumeric characters

X% = Input video format 0 = no signal detected
1 = DVI RGB 444
2 = HDMI RGB 444 Full
3 = HDMI RGB 444 Limited
4 = HDMI YUV 444 Full
5 = HDMI YUV 444 Limited
6 = HDMI YUV 422 Full
7 = HDMI YUV 422 Limited
X^ = HDCP Authorized device 0 = block HDCP encryption
1 = allow HDCP encryption (default)
X& = Input HDCP status 0 = no source detected
1 = source is HDCP compliant
2 = source is not HDCP compliant

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Command ASCII Command Response Additional Description
(host to switcher) (switcher to host)
EDID Commands
Input EDID
Assign EDID to an input E A X! * X4$EDID} EdidA X! * X4$] Assign an EDID file to an input.
Assign EDID to all inputs E AX4$*EDID} EdidA00* X4$] Assign an EDID file to all inputs.
View EDID assignment E A X! EDID} X4$] View the EDID for an input.
EdidA X! * X4$] Verbose mode 2 and 3
Save an output EDID to E S X@ * X4$EDID} EdidS X@ * X4$] Save the EDID information from
custom slot an output to a custom EDID
slot.
Export EDID file E E X4$, X4#EDID} EdidE X4$] Export EDID to the PC.
Import EDID file E I X4$, X4#EDID} EdidI X4$] Import EDID from a PC.
Custom EDID slot name
Set custom EDID slot name E E X4$* X$ UNAM} UnamE X4$* X$] Define the name of custom
EDID slot X4$.
Clear custom EDID slot name E E X4$*• UNAM} UnamE X4$* X$] Set the name of custom EDID
slot X4$ to the default name:
USER X (X is the slot number).
View custom EDID slot name E E X4$UNAM} X$] View the name of custom EDID
slot X4$.
UnamE X4$* X$]
Verbose mode 2 and 3

KEY:
X! = Input number 1 through <maximum number of inputs>

X@ = Output number 1 through <maximum number of outputs>

X$ = EDID name Up to 16 alphanumeric characters, excluding the pipe (|) character.

X4# = Filename Can carry a full path name. EDID file format is .bin carrying 128 or
256 bytes of binary data.
X4$ = EDID reference file for DDC 9 = 720p @ 60 Hz (default)
See the EDID Reference Tables, beginning on page 64.
DXP 44 and 84 1–17 = fixed factory rates
18–21 = not selectable (outputs)
26–33 = user assignable
DXP 88 1–17 = fixed factory rates
18–25 = not selectable (outputs)
26–33 = user assignable
DXP 168 1–17 = fixed factory rates
18–25 = not selectable (outputs)
34–49 = user assignable
DXP 1616 1–17 = fixed factory files
18–33 = not selectable (outputs)
34–49 = user assignable

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Command ASCII Command Response Additional Description
(host to switcher) (switcher to host)
Output Configuration Commands
Output name
Set output name E X@ , X$ NO} Nmo X@ , X$] Set the name of an output.
View output name E X@ NO} X$] View the name of an output.
Nmo X@ , X$] Verbose mode 2 and 3
TMDS output format
Set TMDS format E X@ * X* VTPO} Vtpo X@ * X*] Set output format of an output.
View TMDS format E X@ VTPO} X*] View the output format of an output.
Vtpo X@ * X*] Verbose mode 2 and 3
Color bit depth
Set color bit depth E X@ * X( BITD} Bitd X@ * X(] Set the color bit depth of an output.
View color bit depth E X@ BITD} X(] View the color bit depth of an output.
setting Bitd X@ * X(] Verbose mode 2 and 3
HDCP mode
Set output HDCP E SX@*0HDCP} HdcpSX@*0] Set output X@ HDCP to auto.
mode to auto
Set output HDCP ESX@*1HDCP} HdcpSX@*1] Set output X@ HDCP to always
mode to on encrypted.
View HDCP mode E SX@HDCP} X1)] View the HDCP mode.
HdcpS X@*X1)] Verbose modes 2 and 3
Output HDCP status
View output HDCP E O X@ HDCP} X1!] View the HDCP status of an output.
status HdcpO X@ * X1!] Verbose mode 2 and 3
View all outputs E OHDCP} X1! 1 X1! 2... X1!n] View the HDCP status of all outputs.
HDCP status n
= maximum number of outputs
HdcpO00*X1! 1 X1! 2...
Verbose mode 2 and 3
X1! n]
KEY:
X@ = Output number 1 through <maximum number of outputs>

X$ = Name 16 alphanumeric characters

X* = Output format 0 = no signal detected 5 = HDMI YUV 444 limited
1 = DVI RGB 444 6 = HDMI YUV 422 Full
2 = HDMI RGB 444 Full 7 = HDMI YUV 422 Limited
3 = HDMI RGB 444 Limited 8 = pass through
4 = HDMI YUV 444 Full
X( = Color bit depth 0 = auto (default)
1 = 8-bit
X1) = HDCP mode 0 = auto (follow the input, default)
1 = on (always encrypt HDMI outputs)
X1! = Output HDCP status 0 = no sink detected
1 = sink does not support HDCP
2 = sink supports HDCP but currently not encrypted
3 = sink supports HDCP and is currently encrypted

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Command ASCII Command Response Additional Description
(host to switcher) (switcher to host)
Output Configuration Commands (continued)
Video mutes
Set video mute X@ * X1@ B Vmt X@ * X1@] Mute an output.
View video mute status X@ B X1@] View the mute setting of an
output.
Vmt X@ * X1@]
Verbose mode 2 and 3
Set video mute to all outputs X1@ *B Vmt X1@] Mute all outputs.
View all output mutes E VM} X1$ 1 X1$ 2... X1$ n ] View the mute status of
all outputs. n = maximum
number of outputs.
Mut X1$ 1 X1$ 2... X1$ n ]
Verbose mode 2 and 3
Audio Configuration Commands
Input attenuation
Set attenuation X! * X1% G In X! • Aud X1%] Set the attenuation level of an
input.
Decrease attenuation X! +G In X! • Aud X1%] Increase the attenuation level
of an input by 1 dB.
Increase attenuation X! -G In X! • Aud X1%] Decrease the attenuation
level of an input by 1 dB.
View attenuation X! G X1%] View the attenuation level of
an input.
Output volume (analog audio and S/PDIF outputs only)
Set volume X@ * X1^ V Out X@ • Vol X1^] Set the volume level of an
output.
Increase volume X@ +V Out X@ • Vol X1^] Increase the volume level of
an output by 1 dB.
Decrease volume X@ -V Out X@ • Vol X1^] Decrease output X@ volume
by 1 dB.
View volume level X@ V X1^] View the volume level of an
output.

KEY:
X! = Input number 1 through <maximum number of inputs>
X@ = Output number 1 through <maximum number of outputs>

X1@ = Video mute 0 = unmute

1 = video mute
2 = video and sync mute
X1$ = Output mute 0 = no mutes
1 = video mute (one or more outputs)
2 = audio mute (one or more outputs)
3 = video and audio mute (one or more outputs)
X1% = Input attenuation -20 to 00 in dB (00 = default)

X1^ = Output volume 0 to 100 percent in approximately 1 dB intervals (100 = default)

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Command ASCII Command Response Additional Description
(host to switcher) (switcher to host)
Audio Configuration Commands (continued)
Audio mute

NOTES:
DXP 88 series — For outputs 1–2, X1# = 0–7. For outputs 3-8, X1# = 0–1.
DXP 1616 series — For outputs 1–4, X1# = 0–7. For outputs 5-16, X1# = 0–1.

Set audio mute X@ * X1# Z Amt X@ * X1#] Set the mute status of an output.
View audio mute status X@ Z X1#] View mute status of output X@.
Set audio mute to all X# *Z Amt X#] Mute or unmute all outputs.
Preset Commands
Global presets

NOTE: n
= maximum number of outputs.

Save global preset X1& , Spr X1&] Save the current configuration to a
global preset.
Recall global preset X1& . Rpr X1&] Apply a global preset
configuration.
Directly write global E + X1& P X! * X@ %... Spr X1&] Save a specified configuration to a
preset X! * X@ %} global preset in one command.

NOTE: Always clear global preset ties before using the direct write command. In a directly written preset,
the tied input for each output position (or no tied input) remains unchanged unless overwritten or cleared.

View global HDMI E X1& *01*1VC} X! 1• X! 2•... X! 16• Vid ] View the inputs tied to each output
preset for a global preset.
View global audio E X1& *01*2VC} X! •... X! •...
1 2 or 4 View the inputs tied to each
preset --16• Aud ] audio-only output for a global
preset.
-- = output is not applicable.
Set global preset name E X1& , X$ NG} Nmg X1& , X$] Set a global preset name.
View global preset E X1& NG} X$] View a global preset name.
name Nmg X1& , X$] Verbose mode 2 and 3
Reset all global presets E ZG} Zpg ] Clear all global presets.
Reset individual preset E X1& ZG} Zpg X1&] Clear an individual global preset.

KEY:
X! = Input number 1 through <maximum number of inputs>

X@ = Output number 1 through <maximum number of outputs>

X# = Enable or disable 0 = disable (unmute)

1 = enable (mute)
X$ = Name 16 alphanumeric characters for presets that have not been saved
X1# = Audio mute 0 = unmute 4 = S/PDIF mute
1 = HDMI audio mute 5 = HDMI audio and S/PDIF mute
2 = Analog audio mute 6 = Analog audio and S/PDIF mute
3 = HDMI and analog mute 7 = HDMI audio, analog audio, and S/PDIF
X1& = Global preset number DXP 1616 series: 1-32 DXP 88 series: 1-16
X1& can be 0 for viewing current ties only.

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Command ASCII Command Response Additional Description
(host to switcher) (switcher to host)
Rooms
Set room outputs E X1* , X@ 1,X@ 2... Mpr X1* , X@ 1,... X@ n ] Set outputs to a room.
X@ n MR} n
= desired number
of outputs within the
maximum number.
View room outputs E X1* MR} X@ 1,...X@ n ] View the outputs of a
room.
Set room name E X1* , X$ NR} Nmr X1* , X$] Set a room name.
View room name E X1* NR} X$] View a room name.
Nmr X1* , X$] Verbose mode 2 and 3
Reset room map E ZR} Zpr] Clear all room and output
configurations.
Reset individual room E X1* ZR} Zpr X1*] Clear a room output
configuration.

KEY:
X@ = Output number 1 through <maximum number of outputs>

X$ = Room name 12 alphanumeric characters

X1* = Room number 1-10

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Command ASCII Command Response Additional Description
(host to switcher) (switcher to host)
Room presets

NOTE: n
= maximum number of outputs.

Save room preset X1* * X1( , Rmm X1* • Spr X1(] Save the current configuration
to a room preset.
Recall room preset X1* * X1( . Rmm X1* • Rpr X1(] Apply a room preset
configuration.
Directly write room E + X1* * X1( P X! * X@ %... Rmm X1* • Spr X1(] Save a specified configuration
preset X! * X@ %} in one command entry (see
Input and Output Tie
Commands on page 67 for
independent tie commands).
View room HDMI E X1* * X1( *01*1VC} X! 1• X! 2•... X! n• Vid ] View the inputs tied to each
preset output of a room preset.
View room audio E X1* * X1( *01*2VC} X! 1•X! 2•... View the inputs tied to each
preset --X! n• Aud ] audio output of a room preset.
-- = output is not applicable.
Set room preset E X1* * X1( , X$ NP} Nmp X1* * X1( , X$] Define a room preset name.
name
View room preset E X1* * X1( NP} X$] View a room preset name.
name Nmp X1* * X1( , X$] Verbose mode 2 and 3
Reset all room E ZP} Zpp] Clear all room preset
presets configurations.
Reset individual E X1* * X1( ZP} Zpp X1* * X1(] Clear a room preset.
room preset

KEY:
X! = Input number 0 = untie (for ties If applicable)
1 through <maximum number of inputs>
X@ = Output number 0 = untie (for ties if applicable)
1 through <maximum number of outputs>
X$ = Name 16 alphanumeric characters
X1* = Room number 1 through 10

X1( = Room preset number 1 through 10

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Command ASCII Command Response Additional
(Host to switcher) (Switcher to host) Description
Advanced Configuration Commands
Front Panel Lockout mode (Executive mode)
Set Front Panel Lockout mode X2) X Exe X2)] Set the accessibility to
front panel operation.
View Front Panel Lockout X X2)] View the accessibility
mode level for front panel
operation.
HDCP notification
Set HDCP notification setting E N X2! HDCP} HdcpN X2!] Set the type of output
that shows on a display
when a non-compliant
display receives HDCP
encrypted content.
View HDCP notification setting E NHDCP} X2!] View the HDCP
notification setting.
HdcpN X2!]
Verbose mode 2 and 3
Video signal presence
View video signal presence 0LS X2@ 1 X2@ 2 ... X2@ n ] View the signal
status presence status of all
inputs. n = maximum
number of inputs.
Frq00 • X2@ 1 X2@ 2 ... X2@ n ] Verbose mode 2 and 3

KEY:
X2) = Front Panel Lockout mode 0 = unlock the front panel
1 = mode 1 (complete front panel lockout)
2 = mode 2 (tie configuration and preset management only, default)
X2! = HDCP notification 0 = black
1 = green (default)
X2@ = Signal status 0 = No signal detected
1 = Input signal detected

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Command ASCII Command Response Additional Description
(Host to switcher) (Switcher to host)
Device Commands
Verbose mode
Set verbose mode E X2# CV} Vrb X2#] Enable or disable verbose mode
and tagged responses, where
additional information is provided
in response to a query.
View verbose mode E CV} X2#] View the verbose mode.
Reset mode
Reset flash memory24 E ZFFF} Zpf] Clear the flash memory.
Reset all device settings to E ZXXX} Zpx] Reset all device settings to factory
factory default24 default.
Absolute system reset24 E ZQQQ} Zpq] Reset all device settings, including
DHCP (off), and IP settings (IP
address: 192.168.254.254).

NOTE: Entering this command or performing a mode 5 reset via the rear panel Reset button (see the Reset
Modes Summary table on page 50) removes the current password (whether user-set or the original factory-
set serial number), leaving the unit with no password.

Reset all device settings and E ZY} Zpy] Reset all device settings, except
delete files24 for IP settings.
Reset mutes E ZZ} Zpz] Unmute all muted outputs.
Power save mode

NOTE: Among other power savings, in power save modes 1 and 2 (X2$ = 1 or 2), cooling fans shut down
completely (16x16 and 16x8 matrix sizes) or partially (8x8, 8x4, and 4x4 matrix sizes).

Set power save mode 1 E 1PSAV} Psav1] Turn off all functions except IP,
USB, and RS-232 ports.

NOTE: The switcher returns to normal mode (X2$ = 0) when you use the front panel, issue the E 0PSAV}
command, connect via PCS, or cycle power.

Set power save mode 2 E 2PSAV} Psav2] Turn off all functions except
IP, USB, and RS-232 ports.
Front panel is non-responsive.
Responds to E 0PSAV}
commands.

NOTE: The switcher returns to normal mode (X2$ = 0) only when you issue the E 0PSAV} command,
connect via PCS, or cycle power.

Set power save mode 0 E 0PSAV} Psav0] Set to normal operation (default).
View power save mode E PSAV} X2$]
KEY:
X2# = Verbose mode 0 = clear or none (default for Telnet connections)
1 = verbose mode (default for RS-232 and USB connections)
2 = tagged responses for queries
3 = verbose mode and tagged queries
X2$ = Power save mode 0 = normal operation (default)
1 = limited functionality (see mode 1 definition above for details)
2 = limited functionality (see mode 2 definition above for details)

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Command ASCII Command Response Additional Description
(Host to Switcher) (Switcher to Host)
Information Requests
General information I V X! XX@ • A X! XX@] View the number of inputs and
outputs for video and audio
connectors on the device.
Info00*V X! XX@ • A X! XX@]
Verbose mode 2 and 3
View firmware version Q X2%] View the current firmware
version.
View full firmware *Q n.nn.nnnn] View the firmware version and
version build number.
View detailed firmware 0Q X2%- X2^1- X2^2 ] View the boot loader, factory,
version information and current firmware versions.
X2% = Boot loader version
X2^1 = Factory base firmware
X2^2 = Updated firmware
NOTE: For X2^, the following indicators may appear after the version number:
• * = The firmware version is the current or active version.
• ?.?? = Only the factory firmware version is loaded. This replaces the updated firmware version.
• ^ = The default factory firmware version is loaded instead of the listed version due to a mode 1 reset.
• ! = The current firmware version is corrupted.
Example response:
Version Kernel Upload date Indicator Model
number version and time description
1.00-1.00.0000-b001(1.81LX-DXP-HD -Thu, 01 Jan 2015 00:01 UTC)-1.00.0000-b004*(1.91LX-DXP-HD -Mon, 16 Nov 2015 10:26 UTC)]
Boot Factory base firmware version Updated firmware version
loader version
View part number N <part number>] View the device part number.
View matrix status S X2&• X2*• X2(] View the power supply voltage,
temperature, and fan speed.
Sts00* X2&• X2*• X2(]
Verbose mode 2 and 3
View power supply 1S X2&] View the power supply voltage.
status Sts01* X2&] Verbose mode 2 and 3
View temperature 2S X2*] View the internal temperature.
Sts02* X2*] Verbose mode 2 and 3
View fan speed 3S X2(] View the internal fan speed.
Sts03* X2(] Verbose mode 2 and 3

KEY:
X! = Input number 1 through <maximum number of inputs>

X@ = Output number 1 through <maximum number of outputs>

X2% = Firmware version n.nn

X2^ = Verbose firmware version [version]([kernel]-[description]-[upload date and time])

X2& = Power supply In volts

X2* = Temperature In degrees Celsius
X2( = Fan In RPM

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Command ASCII Command Response Additional Description
(host to switcher) (switcher to host)
IP Control Port Commands
IP setup
Set DHCP mode24 E X# DH} Idh X#] Enable or disable DHCP.
View DHCP mode E DH} X#] View the DHCP mode setting.
Set IP address24 E X2*CI} Ipi • X3)] Set the IP address.
View IP address E CI} X3)] View the current IP address.
Set subnet mask 24
E X3!CS} Ips • X3!] Set the subnet mask.
View subnet mask E CS} X3!] View the subnet mask setting.
Set gateway IP address 24
E X3@CG} Ipg • X3@] Set the gateway IP address.
View gateway IP address E CG} X3@] View the gateway IP address
setting.
View MAC address E CH} X3#] 00-05-A6-xx-xx-xx
Iph • X3#] Verbose mode 2 and 3.
View number of open E CC} X3$] View the number of open
connections connections.
Icc X3$] Verbose mode 2 and 3.
Reboot network E 2BOOT} Boot2] Restart the network after IP
setting or DHCP changes.
Port timeout
Set current port timeout E 0* X3%TC} Pti0* X3%] Set the duration of inactivity
required to automatically
terminate a connection on the
current port.
View current port timeout E 0TC} X3%] View the duration of inactivity
Pti0* X3%] required to automatically
terminate a connection on the
current port.
Set global IP port timeout E 1* X3%TC} Pti1* X3%] Set the duration of inactivity
required to automatically
terminate a global connection.
View global IP port timeout E 1TC} X3%] View the duration of inactivity
Pti1* X3%] required to automatically
terminate a global connection.

KEY:
X# = Enable or disable 0 = disable, 1 = enable

X3) = IP address nnn.nnn.nnn.nnn (192.168.254.254 = default)

X3! = Subnet mask nnn.nnn.nnn.nnn (255.255.0.0 = default)
X3@ = Gateway address nnn.nnn.nnn.nnn (0.0.0.0 = default)
X3# = MAC address 00-05-A6-xx-xx-xx

X3$ = Open connections 0-<maximum number of open connections>

X3% = Port timeout 1 to 65000 in 10 second intervals (30 = default)

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Command ASCII Command Response Additional Description
(host to switcher) (switcher to host)
Device name
Set device name24 E X3^CN} Ipn • X3^] Set the device name.

NOTES:
• The first character must be an alpha character. The last character must not be a hyphen. No blank or
space characters are permitted. Uppercase and lowercase letters are interchangeable.
• To set the device name to the factory default, enter a space for the device name. The default name is a
combination of the model name and the last three character pairs of the MAC address.

View device name E CN} X3^] View the current device name.
Date and time
Set date and time E X3&CT} Ipt X3&] Set the date and time.
View date and time E CT} X3*] View the date and time.
View GMT offset E CZ} X3(] View the GMT offset.
View available time zones E *TZON} <Multiple X4)*X4!]> View a list of available time
zones.
Set time zone E X4)*TZON} Tzon • X4)* X4!] Set the time zone.

NOTE: Use the read time zones command to determine the time zone variable (X4)).

View time zone E TZON} X4)*X4!] View the set time zone.
Tzon • X4)* X4!] Verbose mode 2 and 3

KEY:
X3^ = Device name Maximum 63 alphanumeric characters or hyphens. The first character
must be an alpha character. The last character must not be a
hyphen. No blank or space characters are permitted. Uppercase and
lowercase letters are interchangeable.
X3& = Date and time In the format MM/DD/YY•HH:mm:SS
MM = month: 01 (January) to 12 (December)
DD = day: 01 to 31 (depending on the month)
YY = year: 00 to 99 (last two digits)
HH = hour: 00 to 23
mm = minute: 00 to 59
SS = second: 00 to 59
X3* = Date and time (view only) In the format DAY,•DD•MMM•YYYY•HH:mm:SS
DAY =day of the week: Mon to Sun
DD = date: 01 to 31 (depending on the month)
MMM = month: 01 to 12
YYYY = year: 2000 to 2099
HH = hour: 00 to 23
mm = minute: 00 to 59
SS = second: 00 to 59
X3( = GMT offset -12:00 to +14:00

X4) = Time zone Time zone code (use the Read time zones command to determine the
available time zones). The code is followed by an * in the response.
X4! = Time zone description In the format (UTC X3()• <Description>
This is the UTC equivalent for a particular time zone as well as a
general description of the geographical area.

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Command ASCII Command Response Additional Description
(host to switcher) (switcher to host)
Passwords

NOTES:
• The original factory configured passwords for all accounts on this device have been set to the device serial
number. If the unit is reset to factory settings, this password is set to no password.
• Passwords are case-sensitive.
• The pipe (|) character is invalid for passwords.
• A password cannot be a single space.

Set administrator password E X4@CA} Ipa • X4@] Set the administrator

password.
Clear administrator E • CA} Ipa • ] Reset or clear the
password administrator password.
View administrator E CA} ****] or ] View the administrator
password password. If there is a valid
password, the response
is ****]. If there is no
password, the response is ].
Set user password E X4@CU} Ipu • X4@] Set the user password.
Clear user password E • CU} Ipu • ] Reset or clear the user
password.
View user password E CU} ****] or ] View the user password. If
there is a valid password, the
response is ****]. If there
is no password, the response
is ].
Serial port configuration
Set serial port parameters E X4%*X4^,X4&,X4*,X4(CP}
CpnX4%• CcpX4^,X4&,X4*,X4(]
Set the baud rate, parity, data
bits, and stop bits for serial
port X4%.
View port parameters E X4%CP} X4^,X4&,X4*,X4(]
MKP Mode for Volume Control — Affects all analog and S/PDIF audio outputs.
Set the MKP mode E X5)SVOL} SvolX5)] Set the number of volume
steps (MKP mode) to X5).
View the MKP mode E SVOL} X5)] View current MKP mode
setting X5).

KEY:
X4@ = Password 0 to 128 characters
X4% = Port number 01 – 99
X4^ = Baud rate 9600 (default), 19200, 38400, 115200
X4& = Parity Odd, Even, None (default), Mark, Space. Enter only the first letter.
X4* = Data bits 7, 8 (default)
X4( = Stop bits 1 (default), 2
X5) = MKP mode — volume steps 1 = Set DXP to normal operation, 1-100 steps (default).
2 = Set DXP to MKP volume control range, 1-64 steps.

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Configuration
Software

The Extron Product Configuration Software (PCS) offers another way to control the
switchers via USB or TCP/IP connection. The graphical interface includes many of the same
functions as those on the device front panel and through SIS commands. This section
describes the software installation and communication. For detailed information about
configuring the device with PCS, see the DXP HD 4K Series Help file. Topics in this section
include:
• Software Installation
• Software Connection
• Help File Access
PCS is compatible with most Microsoft® Windows operating systems. The software is
available at www.extron.com.

Software Installation

Downloading the PCS Program from the Website

To use the Product Configuration Software, download the latest version of the program from
the Extron web page and install it on the PC as described in the following sections. You can
also download updates to the DXP software as they become available.
1. On the Extron website, select the Download tab (see figure 84, 1).
2. Move the pointer to the Software link (2) in the Downloads column and click it.

Figure 84. Download Page on the Extron Website

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3. On the Download Center page, click the P link (see figure 85, 1).

Figure 85. PCS Download Link

4. If necessary, scroll to locate PCS from the list of available software programs and click
the Download link to the right of the name (2).
5. On the login page that appears next, fill in the required information to log in to
www.extron.com (if you need an ID number, see your Extron representative).
6. Follow the instructions on the subsequent screens to complete the software program
installation. By default, the configuration program files are stored on your computer at:
C:\Program Files (x86) \ Extron \ Extron PCS.
If there is not already an Extron folder in your Program Files (x86) folder, the
installation program creates it as well.

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Software Connection
Open the Product Configuration Software program from the Start menu or desktop
shortcut. The Extron Product Configuration Software window opens with the Device
Discovery panel open. Connect to the switcher using the Device Discovery panel or the
TCP/IP panel.

Figure 86. PCS Window

NOTES:
• PCS versions prior to 2.0 do not have the Device Discovery feature. If possible,
update the PCS version from the Extron website. If that is not possible, connect
to the switcher by choosing the connection method and submitting the required
information in the current PCS version.
• Verify that the current version of PCS supports the desired device by reviewing the
software Release Notes, also available on the Extron website.
• Version 4.0 and newer automatically returns the switcher to normal operation from
either power save mode upon connection.

Offline device configuration is not supported with the DXP HD 4K Series, but the
configuration screens and panels can still be viewed.

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Device Discovery Panel
The Device Discovery panel displays accessible Extron devices connected directly to
the PC or to a LAN or WAN. Devices are identified and sorted by model, IP address, device
name, or connection method.

Figure 87. Device Discovery Panel

To sort the list of available devices:
1. Click the Device Discovery tab (see figure 88, 1).
2. Click the desired column heading (2) to sort the category in ascending or descending
order.
To connect to a device:
1. Click the Device Discovery tab (1).
2. Select the desired device (3).
3. Click the Connect button (5). A new device configuration tab opens.
To edit communication settings from the Device Discovery panel:
1. Click the Device Discovery tab (1).
2. Click the Edit button of the desired device
(4). The Communication Settings dialog
box opens.
3. See Communication Settings Panel on
page 92 for configuration details.
4. Finalize the settings in one of the following
ways:
• Click the Apply button to accept the
changes and return to the Device
Discovery panel.
• Click the Apply and Connect button
to accept the changes and connect
to the selected device. A new device
configuration tab opens.
• Click the Cancel button to cancel any pending changes and return to the Device
Discovery panel.

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TCP/IP Panel
The TCP/IP panel connects PCS to a specific device through Ethernet.

Figure 88. TCP/IP Panel

1. Click the TCP/IP tab (see figure 89, 1).
2. In the IP Address field (2), enter the IP address of the desired device.
3. If required, enter the device password in the Password field (3). Select the Show
Characters checkbox (see 5) if you want to display the password characters.

NOTE:
• The factory-configured passwords for all accounts on this device are initially set
to the device serial number. Passwords are case-sensitive.
• Performing a unit factory reset (entering an E ZQQQ} SIS command or a
mode 5 reset via the rear panel Reset button) removes the serial number
password, leaving the unit with no password.

4. In the Telnet Port field (4), enter the Telnet port of the desired device.
5. Click the Connect button (6). A new device tab opens.

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Offline Device Preview
Opening a new device tab for an offline device displays the interface and configuration
options for the chosen model without connecting to it. However, settings cannot be
changed.
To open a switcher device tab:
1. In the Start-up drop-down menu, select New Configuration File. The New
Configuration File dialog box opens.

Figure 89. Configuration File Drop-Down Menu

NOTE: The Open Configuration File option is not available for the
DXP HD 4K Series.

Figure 90. New Configuration File Dialog Box (DXP 1616 HD 4K Selected)
2. Select the desired device model from the Device Models list (see figure 91, 1).
3. Click the Configure button (2). A new offline device configuration tab opens.

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Help File Access
PCS contains two help files: one for PCS and one for the connected switcher.
The Product Configuration Software Help file contains information about PCS and how to
use it. To access the help file, click Extron PCS Help from the Software menu in the top
right corner.

Figure 91. Software Menu

The DXP HD 4K Series Help file contains information about configuring the connected
switcher. To access the help file, either connect to a device (see Software Connection on
page 84) or open an offline device tab (see Offline Device Preview on the previous page).
From the Device menu, click [product] Help. The actual option displays the name of the
connected device.

Figure 92. Device Menu

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Internal Web Page

This section provides procedures for accessing and using the DXP internal Web pages.
Topics in this section include:
• Web Page Access
• Web Page Overview
The internal Web page displays information about the device and provides basic
configuration options. For more detailed configuration options, use SIS commands (see SIS
Configuration and Control, beginning on page 57) or the Extron configuration software
(see Configuration Software, beginning on page 81).

Web Page Access

To access the internal Web page:
1. Connect the switcher to a LAN or WAN using the rear panel LAN connector (see
Connecting to the LAN Port on page 10).

NOTE: If the Ethernet connection to the switcher is unstable, try turning off the
proxy server in the Web browser.

2. On a connected PC, open a Web browser.

NOTE: The internal Web page does not support compatibility mode in Microsoft
Internet Explorer®.

3. Enter the IP address of the device in the browser Address field.

NOTE: The default IP address is 192.168.254.254.

4. Press the <Enter> key on the keyboard.

5. The switcher checks if the device is password-protected and performs one of the
following:
• If the device is not password-protected, the web page opens.
• If the device is password-protected, enter a user name entry (“user” or “admin”) in
the User Name field and the password in the Password field when prompted.
NOTE: The original factory configured passwords for all accounts on this device
have been set to the device serial number. If the unit is reset to factory settings
(mode 5 reset or E ZQQQ } SIS command), this password is set to no
password.

6. Click the OK button.

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Web Page Overview

1 Input Status Panel 3 Communication Settings Panel 5 Date/Time Settings Panel

(next page) (page 92) (page 94)
2 Output Status Panel 4 Device Info Panel 6 Passwords Panel
(next page) (page 93) (page 95)

Figure 93. Internal Web Page (DXP 168 HD 4K)

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Input Status Panel
The Input Status panel (see figure 94, 1, on the previous page) displays information
about the connected inputs. The number of inputs displayed depends on the number of
inputs available on the DXP HD 4K Series model.
Each input is identified by number in the left column. For each input, the following
information is displayed:
Input name — Displays the name of the input.
Signal type — Displays the signal type of the input.
HDCP encryption — Displays the HDCP encryption status of the input (see the table
below for symbol definitions).
Symbol Definition
The signal is HDCP encrypted.

The signal is not encrypted.

- Unable to determine the HDCP status.
No Signal There is no signal detected.

Output Status Panel

The Output Status panel (see figure 94, 2) displays information about the connected
outputs. The number of outputs displayed depends on the number of outputs available on
the DXP HD 4K Series model.
Each output is identified by a number in the left column. For each output, the following
information is displayed:
• Output name — Displays the name of the output.
• Output format — Displays the output format of the output.
• HDCP compliance — Displays the HDCP compliance status of each output (see the
table below for symbol definitions).
Symbol Definition
The display is HDCP compliant.

The display is not HDCP compliant.

- Unable to determine the HDCP status.
No Display There is no display detected.

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Communication Settings Panel
The Communication Settings panel (see figure 94, 3 on page 90) configures TCP/IP
settings and displays RS-232 settings. To configure the TCP/IP settings, click Edit in the
Communication Settings panel. The Communication Settings dialog box opens.

Figure 94. Communication Settings Dialog Box

NOTE: The hostname is generated from the device name. To change it, see Device
name on the next page.

To obtain an IP address automatically:

1. Select the Use DHCP checkbox.
2. Click the Apply button. The dialog box closes.

To set a static IP address:

1. Ensure the Use DHCP checkbox is not selected.
2. In the IP Address field, enter an IP address.
3. In the Subnet Mask field, enter the subnet mask if required.
4. In the Default Gateway field, enter the default gateway if required.
5. Click the Apply button. The dialog box closes.

To reset all communication settings to the default values:

Click the Reset to Default button. The following settings are set:
• If the password is still set to the original factory configured device serial number, the
password is reset to no password.
• DHCP is disabled.
• The IP address is set to 192.168.254.254.
• The subnet mask is set to 255.255.0.0.
• The default gateway is set to 0.0.0.0.

To cancel pending changes:

Click the Cancel button. The dialog box closes.
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Device Info Panel
The Device Info panel (see figure 94, 4 on page 90) displays information about the
device with options to edit the device name and update firmware.

Device name
To edit the device name or hostname, click the Edit button in the Device Info panel. The
Device Name dialog box opens.

Figure 95. Device Name Dialog Box

To change the name:
1. In the Name field, enter the desired name.
2. Click the Apply button. The dialog box closes.

To reset the name to the default value:

1. Click the Reset to Default button.
2. Click the Apply button. The dialog box closes.

To cancel pending changes:

Click the Cancel button. The dialog box closes.

Firmware update
NOTE: If necessary, download firmware updates from www.extron.com.

To update the firmware, click the Update button in the Device Info panel. The Firmware
Update dialog box opens.

Figure 96. Firmware Update Dialog Box

To update the firmware:
1. Click the Browse button. The File Upload dialog box opens.
2. Navigate to the location of the firmware file. Valid firmware files have an .eff extension.
3. Select the file and click the Open button. The File Upload dialog box closes.
4. Click the Upload button. The Firmware Update dialog box closes.
To cancel pending changes:
Click the Cancel button. The dialog box closes.

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Date/Time Settings Panel
The Date/Time Settings panel (see figure 94, 5, on page 90) displays the date and
time on the device and provides options to set the device date and time automatically or
manually.

Automatic date and time update

This method sets the device date and time to the same date and time of the PC. To do this,
click the Sync to PC button in the Date/Time Settings panel.

Manual date and time update

With this method, each value of the date and
time must be set. To edit the date and time
manually, click the Set Manually button in the
Date/Time Settings panel (see 1 in the figure
at right). The Date and Time Settings dialog
box opens.

Figure 97. Date and Time Settings Dialog Box

To set the date and time:
1. Set the date by one of the following methods:
• Click the Today button to set the date to the current date on the PC (see figure 98,
1).
• Select the date from the calendar by doing either of the following:
• Click the left and right arrow buttons in the calendar heading (2).
• Click the drop-down menu next to the calendar month and year (3), and
select the desired month and year. Click the OK button to accept the selected
settings or the Cancel button to cancel pending selections.
2. To set the time, click the up and down arrow buttons for each field to set the hours,
minutes, seconds, and AM or PM as desired.
3. Click the Apply button. The dialog box closes.
To cancel pending changes:
Click the Cancel button. The dialog box closes.

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Passwords Panel
The Passwords panel (see figure 94, 6 on page 90) provides an option to set
administrator or user passwords. To assign passwords, click the Set button in the
Passwords panel. The Passwords dialog box opens.
NOTE: The original factory configured passwords for all accounts on this device have
been set to the device serial number. If the unit is reset to factory settings (mode 5
reset or E ZQQQ } SIS command), this password is set to no password.

Figure 98. Passwords Dialog Box

To assign an administrator password:
1. In the Administrator Password field, enter the new password.
2. In the Confirm Password field directly under the Administrator Password field, enter
the same password from the field above.
3. Click the Apply button. The dialog box closes.
To assign a user password:
1. Ensure an administrator password is assigned.
2. In the User Password field, enter the new password.
3. In the Confirm Password field directly under the User Password field, enter the same
password from the field above.
4. Click the Apply button. The dialog box closes.
To remove a password:
1. In either the Administrator Password or User Password field, delete any existing
password, leaving the field blank.
2. In the corresponding Confirm Password field, press the <Space> key on the keyboard.
3. Click the Apply button. The dialog box closes.
To cancel pending changes:
Click the Cancel button. The dialog box closes.

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Reference
Information

This section provides reference information on the DXP HD 4K Series. The following topics
are covered:
• Mounting the Switcher
• Making Labels Using the Button-Label Generator Program — DXP 1616 Series
Only
• Network Setup

Mounting the Switcher

The DXP HD 4K series switchers can be placed on a table top (with the four provided
rubber feet attached) or mounted to a standard 19-inch rack.

UL Guidelines for Rack Mounting

The following Underwriters Laboratories (UL) guidelines pertain to the installation of the DXP
into a rack:
• Elevated operating ambient temperature — If the equipment is installed in a closed
or multi-unit rack assembly, the operating ambient temperature of the rack environment
may be greater than room ambient. Therefore, consider installing the equipment in an
environment compatible with the maximum ambient temperature (Tma) specified by
Extron.
• Reduced air flow — Install the equipment in the rack so that the amount of air flow
required for safe operation of the equipment is not compromised.
• Mechanical loading — Mount the equipment in the rack so that uneven mechanical
loading does not create a hazardous condition.
• Circuit overloading — When connecting the equipment to the supply circuit,
consider the connection of the equipment to the supply circuit and the effect that
circuit overloading might have on overcurrent protection and supply wiring. Consider
equipment nameplate ratings when addressing this concern.
• Reliable earthing (grounding) — Maintain reliable grounding of rack-mounted
equipment. Pay particular attention to supply connections other than direct connections
to the branch circuit (such as the use of power strips).

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Rack Mounting Procedures
To rack mount the DXP HD 4K:
• DXP 88 series — Using a 19-inch rack shelf kit (available at www.extron.com), mount
the unit to the rack, following the instructions provided with the mounting kit.
• DXP 1616 series — These switchers are housed in rack-mountable metal enclosures
with mounting flanges that can be attacked to standard 19-inch racks.

Rack mounting the DXP 1616 series

If desired, mount the DXP 1616 series switcher to a rack as follows:
1. Insert the switcher into the rack, aligning the holes in the mounting flanges with those in
the rack.
2. Secure the switcher to the rack using the supplied bolts and washers.

Figure 99. Rack Mounting the DXP 1616 Series to a 19-inch Rack

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Making Labels Using the Button-Label Generator Program — DXP 1616
Series Only
The Button Label Generator software creates labels that you can place in the translucent
covers of the input and output selection buttons. You can create labels with names,
alphanumeric characters, or even color bitmaps for easy and intuitive input and output
selection (see Installing Labels in the Buttons on page 100 for the procedure for
removing and replacing the translucent covers).

Installing the Button Label Generator Software

The Extron Button Label Generator is available on the Extron website. To download it:
1. Go to www.extron.com and click the Download tab (see figure 101, 1).
1

Figure 100. Location of Software on the Website

2. Click the Software link in the left panel (2).
3. On the Download Center screen, scroll to locate Button Label Generator.
4. Click the Download link at the right (see figure 102, 1).

Figure 101. Download Link for Button Label Generator

5. Follow the instructions on the subsequent screens to download and install the program
on your computer.
By default, the Windows installation creates a C:\Program Files\Extron\
ButtonLabelGenerator directory and places the Button Label Generator icon into a group
or folder named “Extron Electronics.”
NOTE: C:\Program Files(x86)\ ... for 64-bit Windows OS.

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Using the Button Label Generator software
Start the Button Label Generator program by clicking the desktop icon or as follows:
1. Click Start > All Programs > Extron Electronics > Button Label Generator >
Button Label Generator. The Button-Label Generator window opens (see
figure 103).

Figure 102. Extron Button Label Generator Window

2. In the Systems drop-down box (see figure 103, 1), choose the Matrix Switcher
1600 option to match, as closely as possible, the button label size and quantities for
your DXP switcher.
3. Using normal Windows controls, you can create and print labels that can be placed in
the label windows on the front panel of the switcher.
NOTE: For best results, print on transparent or translucent material.

4. Click the Clear All Buttons button (2) and create new labels as many times as
necessary to make all of the button labels that you need.
To access the Button Label Generator Help File, click the Help menu (3).

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Installing Labels in the Buttons
Install new labels in the front panel buttons as follows:
1. Remove the button from the matrix switcher; use a small, flat bladed screwdriver such
as an Extron Tweeker to gently pry a button out from the front panel (see figure 104).

Base
TE
XT

Diffuser
Clear Lens
Button Label

Pry the two

pieces apart.

Separate the two-

piece button here at
the corner.

Figure 103. Illuminated Button Label Replacement

2. Locate the notch in the corner of one side of the clear button cap lens.
3. Separate the white backing (diffuser) from the clear button cap (lens); insert the blade of
the small screwdriver into the corner notch and gently twist the blade.
4. Save the translucent white diffuser, but remove the label insert from the transparent
button cap lens.
5. Insert the replacement button label into the button cap. Check for correct label
orientation.
6. Align the white diffuser plate with the cap (lens). The bumps on the diffuser plate should
be aligned (top and bottom) with the notches on the clear button cap. Firmly snap it into
place.
7. Align the tabs on the base of the matrix switcher with the notches on the diffuser plate.
Gently, but firmly, press the reassembled button into place in the front panel of the
switcher.
8. Repeat steps 1 through 7 as needed to relabel other buttons.

Making Labels from Paper Templates

The template on the next page provides strips of blank button labels. If desired, copy them
or cut them out, write button information in each button area as desired, and put them in
the windows of the input or output buttons.

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 Button Label Blanks

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Network Setup

What is an IP Address?
An IP address is a 32-bit binary number that is used to identify each device on an Ethernet
network. This number is usually represented by four decimal numbers (called “octets”), each
in the range of 0 through 255 and separated by dots; for example, 198.123.34.240. This is
called “dotted decimal notation.”
An IP address is divided into two parts:
• Network identifier
• Host identifier
Each address on a given network must have the same network identifier value but have a
unique host identifier. As a result, there are different classes of addresses that define the
range of valid addresses and the parts of the address that are used for the network and
host identifiers.
The most common IP address classes are:
Class Name Valid Address Range Identifier Arrangement
Class A 0.0.0.1 to 127.255.255.254 NNN.HHH.HHH.HHH
Class B 128.0.0.1 to 191.255.255.254 NNN.NNN.HHH.HHH
Class C 192.0.0.1 to 223.255.255.254 NNN.NNN.NNN.HHH

NNN refers to the network identifier and HHH refers to the host identifier.

Choosing IP Addresses
If the computer and the DXP are directly connected or connected via their own independent
network, follow the guidelines below for choosing the IP addresses.
However, if you intend to connect your computer and switcher to an existing network, you
need to advise the network administrator and ask the administrator to allocate suitable IP
addresses.
On an independent network, it is generally recommended that you use the Class C format
(from 192.0.0.1 to 223.255.255.254).
There are two rules for choosing IP addresses:
• Network identifier must be the same for each IP address
• Host identifier must be unique for each address.
Applying these rules to Class C addresses, the first three decimal values of your IP address
must all be the same while the last value is used to uniquely identify each device.
The following is an example of a valid Class C addressing scheme:
Device IP Address
Matrix Switcher Control Software computer 192.168.180.41
DXP HD 4K switcher 192.168.180.42

NOTE: The host identifiers (41 and 42 in the above example) do not need to be
sequential or in any particular order. However, it is recommended that you group the
numbers for simplicity.

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 The following is an example of an invalid Class C addressing scheme:
Device IP Address
Matrix Switcher Control Software computer 168.192.180.41
DXP HD 4K switcher 192.168.180.42

NOTE: The above addresses are invalid because the network identifier for each
address is not the same even though each IP address is unique.

You can perform a test from your computer to check that a device at a particular address is
responding correctly or to determine its address (see Pinging for the IP Address).

Subnet Mask
The subnet mask is another 32-bit binary number that is used to “mask” certain bits of the
IP address. This provides a method of extending the number of network options for a given
IP address. It works by allowing part of the host identifier to be used as a subnet identifier.
It is important that you set the correct value for the subnet mask. The basic values depend
on the class of IP address being used.
Class Name Subnet Mask
Class A 255.0.0.0
Class B 255.255.0.0
Class C 255.255.255.0

(See Subnetting, a Primer, on page 106, for more information.)

Pinging for the IP Address

To access the DXP switcher via the Ethernet port, you need the switcher IP address. If the
address has been changed to an address comprised of words and characters, the actual
numeric IP address can be determined using the Ping utility. If the address has not been
changed, the factory-specified default is 192.168.254.254.
Ping can also be used to test the Ethernet link to the DXP switcher.

Ping to determine Extron IP address

The Microsoft Ping utility is available at the command prompt. Ping tests the Ethernet
interface between the computer and the DXP switcher. Ping can also be used to determine
the actual numeric IP address from an alias and to determine the web address.
Ping the switcher as follows:
1. From the Windows Start menu, select Run... . The Run window opens.
2. In the Open text field, enter command.
3. Click OK. A command window opens.
4. At the command prompt, enter ping IP address. The computer returns a display
similar to figure 105.

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 The line Pinging ... reports the actual numeric IP address, regardless of whether you
entered the actual numeric IP address or an alias name.

Figure 104. Ping Response

Connecting as a Telnet Client

The Microsoft Telnet utility is available from the command prompt (you may need to install
the Telnet client on your PC first). Telnet allows you to input SIS commands to the DXP
switcher from the PC via the Ethernet link and the LAN.

Starting Telnet
Access the command prompt and start Telnet as follows:
1. On the Start menu, enter telnet in the Search field.
2. Click OK. The computer returns a display similar to figure 106.

Figure 105. Telnet Screen

Operating using Telnet

It is not the intention of this guide to detail all of the operations and functionality of Telnet.
However, some basic level of understanding is necessary for operating the DXP switcher via
Telnet.

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Connecting to the DXP (Open command)
Connect to the DXP switcher using the Open command. After your computer is connected
to the switcher, you can enter the SIS commands the same as you would if you were using
the RS-232 link.
Connect to the DXP as follows:
1. At the Telnet prompt, enter open IP address.
• If the switcher is not password-protected, no further prompts are displayed
until you disconnect from the DXP switcher.
• If the switcher is password-protected, Telnet displays the password prompt.
2. If necessary, enter the password at the password prompt.
NOTE: The original factory configured passwords for all accounts on this device
have been set to the device serial number. If the unit is reset to factory settings
(mode 5 reset or E ZQQQ } SIS command), this password is set to no
password.

Connection to the switcher via the Ethernet can be password-protected. There are two
levels of password protection: administrator and user.
• A person logged on as an administrator has full access to all DXP switching
capabilities and editing functions.
• Users can select test patterns, mute or unmute the output, select a blue screen,
and view all settings with the exception of passwords.
When you are logged in, the switcher returns either Login Administrator or Login
User. No further prompts are displayed until you disconnect from the DXP switcher.

Escape character and Esc key

Many SIS commands include the keyboard <Esc> key. Consequently, some confusion may
exist between the Escape character and the <Esc> key.
When Telnet is first started, the utility advises that the Escape character is “Ctrl+].” This
means that the Telnet Escape character is a key combination: the <Ctrl> key and the <]>
key pressed simultaneously. Pressing these keys displays the Telnet prompt while leaving
the connection to the DXP switcher intact.

Local echo
Once your computer is connected to the DXP switcher, by default Telnet does not display
your keystrokes on the screen. SIS commands are entered blindly, and only the SIS
responses are displayed on the screen. To command Telnet to show all keystrokes, enter
set local_echo at the Telnet prompt before you open the connection to the switcher.
With local echo turned on, keystrokes and the switcher responses are displayed on the
same line.
Example: 1*1!In1 Out1 All,
where 1*1! is the SIS command and In1 Out1 All is the response.
Note that all keystrokes are displayed, even those that should be masked, such as the
password entry. For example, when entering a password with local echo turned on, you see
a display such as a*d*m*i*n*, where admin is the keyed-in password and ***** is the
masked response.
Local echo can be turned off by entering unset local_echo at the Telnet prompt. If your
computer is connected to the DXP switcher, and you need to access the Telnet prompt to
turn local echo off, enter the Escape sequence (<Ctrl + ]>).

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 Setting carriage return-line feed
Unless commanded otherwise, Telnet transmits a line feed character only (no carriage
return) to the connected switcher when you press the <Enter> key. This is the correct
setting for SIS communication with the switcher. The Telnet set crlf command forces
Telnet to transmit carriage return and line feed characters when <Enter> is pressed;
however, if crlf is set, the SIS link with the switcher does not function properly.

Closing the link to the switcher

To close the link to the switcher, access the Telnet prompt by entering the escape
sequence (<Ctrl + ]>). At the Telnet prompt, enter close.

Help
For Telnet command definitions, enter ? at the Telnet prompt.

Exiting Telnet (Quit command)

Exit the Telnet utility by entering quit at the Telnet prompt. If you are connected to the DXP
switcher, access the Telnet prompt by entering the Escape sequence (<Ctrl + ]>).

Subnetting, a Primer
A subnet is a subset of a network — a set of IP devices that have portions of their IP
addresses in common. It is not the purpose of this manual to describe TCP/IP protocol
in detail. However, some understanding of TCP/IP subnetting is necessary in order to
understand the interaction of the DXP switcher and the mail server gateway. To understand
subnetting at the level required to install and operate the DXP switcher, you must
understand the concepts of a gateway, local and remote devices, IP addresses and octets,
and subnet masks and octets.

Gateways
The DXP switcher can communicate with the e-mail server that it uses for e-mail notification
directly (if they are on the same subnet), or the communication can be routed via a gateway
(a computer that provides a link between different subnets).

IP addresses and octets

Valid IP addresses consist of four 1-, 2-, or 3-digit numeric sub-fields, called “octets,” which
are separated by dots (see figure 107). Each octet can be numbered from 000 through 255.
Leading zeros, up to three digits total per octet, are optional. Values of 256 and above are
invalid.
Typical IP Address: 192.168.254.254
Octets

Figure 106. IP Address and Octets

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Subnet masks and octets
The subnet mask (see figure 108) is used to determine whether the local and remote
devices are on the same subnet or different subnets. The subnet mask consists of four
numeric octets separated by dots. Each octet can be numbered from 000 through 255.
Leading zeros, up to three digits total per octet, are optional. Each octet typically contains
either 255 or 0. The octets determine whether or not the same octets of two IP addresses
will be compared when determining if two devices are on the same subnet.

255 indicates that this octet will be 0 indicates that this octet will not be
compared between two IP addresses. compared between two IP addresses.
Typical Subnet Mask: 255.255.0.0
Octets

Figure 107. Subnet Mask and Octets

Determining whether devices are on the same subnet

To determine the subnet, the local device IP address is compared to the remote device IP
address (see figure 109. The octets of each address are compared or not, depending on the
value in the related subnet mask octet.
• If a subnet mask octet contains the value 255, the related octets of the local device
address and the remote device IP address are unmasked.
Unmasked octets are compared (indicated by ? in figure 109).
• If the subnet mask octet contains the value 0, the related octets of the local device and
remote device IP addresses are masked.
Masked octets are not compared (indicated by n in figure 109).
If the unmasked octets of the two IP addresses match (indicated by = in example 1 of
figure 109), the two addresses are on the same subnet.
If the two unmasked fields do not match (indicated by an unequal sign in figure 109,
examples 2 and 3), the addresses are not on the same subnet.

Example 1 Example 2 Example 3

Local IP Address: 192.168.254.254 192.168.254.254 192.168.254.254
Subnet Mask: 255.255.0.0 (?.?.X.X) 255.255.0.0 (?.?.X.X) 255.255.0.0 (?.?.X.X)
Remote IP Address: 192.168.2.25 190.190.2.25 192.190.2.25
Match?: = . = .X.X — Match ≠ . ≠ .X.X — No match = . ≠ .X.X — No match
(Same subnet) (Different subnet) (Different subnet)

Figure 108. Comparing the IP Addresses

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 Extron Warranty

Extron Electronics warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three years
from the date of purchase. In the event of malfunction during the warranty period attributable directly to faulty
workmanship and/or materials, Extron Electronics will, at its option, repair or replace said products or components,
to whatever extent it shall deem necessary to restore said product to proper operating condition, provided that it is
returned within the warranty period, with proof of purchase and description of malfunction to:
USA, Canada, South America, Asia: Japan:
and Central America: Extron Asia Pte Ltd Extron Electronics, Japan
Extron Electronics 135 Joo Seng Road, #04-01 Kyodo Building, 16 Ichibancho
1230 South Lewis Street PM Industrial Bldg. Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-0082
Anaheim, CA 92805 Singapore 368363 Japan
U.S.A. Singapore

Europe: China: Middle East:

Extron Europe Extron China Extron Middle East
Hanzeboulevard 10 686 Ronghua Road Dubai Airport Free Zone
3825 PH Amersfoort Songjiang District F13, PO Box 293666
The Netherlands Shanghai 201611 United Arab Emirates, Dubai
China
Africa:
Extron South Africa
South Tower
160 Jan Smuts Avenue
Rosebank 2196, South Africa

This Limited Warranty does not apply if the fault has been caused by misuse, improper handling care, electrical
or mechanical abuse, abnormal operating conditions, or if modifications were made to the product that were not
authorized by Extron.

NOTE: If a product is defective, please call Extron and ask for an Application Engineer to receive an RA (Return
Authorization) number. This will begin the repair process.

USA: 714.491.1500 or 800.633.9876 Asia: 65.6383.4400

Europe: 31.33.453.4040 or 800.3987.6673 Japan: 81.3.3511.7655
Africa: 27.11.447.6162 Middle East: 971.4.299.1800

Units must be returned insured, with shipping charges prepaid. If not insured, you assume the risk of loss or damage
during shipment. Returned units must include the serial number and a description of the problem, as well as the
name of the person to contact in case there are any questions.
Extron Electronics makes no further warranties either expressed or implied with respect to the product and its quality,
performance, merchantability, or fitness for any particular use. In no event will Extron Electronics be liable for direct,
indirect, or consequential damages resulting from any defect in this product even if Extron Electronics has been
advised of such damage.
Please note that laws vary from state to state and country to country, and that some provisions of this warranty may
not apply to you.

Worldwide Headquarters: Extron USA West, 1025 E. Ball Road, Anaheim, CA 92805, 800.633.9876