Codificatori e decodificatori HARMAN AMX serie N

Istruzioni per l'uso del prodotto

• Switch di rete gestito
• A managed network switch is required for deploying the Networked AV system. Ensure the switch supports necessary protocols and features for driving an N-Series stream.
• Ethernet Gigabit
• For N1000/N2300, N2400, N2600, N3000, N3300D Based Systems, Gigabit Ethernet connectivity is essential. Verify that your network infrastructure supports Gigabit Ethernet for optimal performance.
• Jumbo Frame abilitati
• For N2300 and N2600 Series, enabling Jumbo Frames is recommended due to the larger frame payload produced by the Encoders and Decoders. Set the MTU to a minimum of 9000 for efficient data transmission.

Domande frequenti

• D: Posso utilizzare uno switch non gestito per il sistema AV in rete?
• A: It is highly recommended to use a managed network switch to ensure proper configuration and support for driving an N-Series stream.
• D: Cosa succede se i Jumbo Frame non sono abilitati per le serie N2300 e N2600?
• A: Without Jumbo Frames enabled, there may be issues with data transmission efficiency due to the larger frame payload. It is recommended to set the MTU to a minimum of 9000 for optimal performance.

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Presentazione dei nuovi dispositivi della serie N2400

Prodotto finitoview
The N2400 AV over IP Series belongs to the N-Series product family from AMX. This series provides a flexible, feature-rich, and simple-to-deploy digital media distribution and switching solution satisfying the most demanding applications. N-Series video over IP Encoders are used to encode and distribute sources of almost any format onto an existing IP network, making that stream available to any endpoint in the facility. Video over IP Decoders are used to decode N-Series Networked audio/video (AV) streams back to HDMI or DVI format for display on any monitor. With the ability to direct any source stream to any display, large, low-cost  switching and distribution systems are simple to deploy without proprietary cabling or dedicated switching hardware. Plug-n-play,auto-detect technology reduces installation and programming time.

Le caratteristiche includono:
 Output Scaling – scaling performed in Decoders for maximum flexibility.
 Power over Ethernet(PoE+) eliminates the need for a local power supply and speeds installation. Units can still be powered locally by 12VDC. This allows easy rack-mountable, high-density installations.
 Active Directory support provided using Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP).
 Secure command connection provided using Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) and Transport Layer Security (TLS) protocols.
 Infrared (IR) emitter connections allows control of low-cost, IR-only display devices. IR input captures and transmits over the network to units with IR emitters (IR receivers and emitters required).
 Installazione rapida con connettori Phoenix per alimentazione, IR, seriale RS232 e interfacce audio analogiche.
 L'interfaccia HDMI pass-through consente una facile installazione con display locale, come le applicazioni per PC desktop.
 USB-A and USB Mini-B connections for KVM applications.
 Native NetLinx support provided. NetLinx Studio will easily recognize the device.

Hardware finitoview

Per i dettagli hardware, fare riferimento alle seguenti figure (disegni del pannello anteriore e posteriore di questi dispositivi) e alla tabella Descrizioni del pannello anteriore e posteriore a pagina 7.

1) USB Mini-B Port
2) USB Type A Port
3) USB Type A Port
4) Pulsante di ripristino del dispositivo
5) IR Emitter Input Connection
6) Pulsante di rilevamento dell'ID dispositivo
7) Power/Status Indicators

FIG. 1 N2412A Encoder Front Panel

1) 12VDC Input (not needed withPoE+)
2) Status Indicators
3) RJ45 Auto-Sensing Gigabit Ethernet Switch Port — PoE+
4) 1G SFP Port
5) IR Emitter Output Connection
6) RS232 Connection
7) Ingresso audio analogico
8) Pass-thru HDMI Video Out
9) HDMI Video Input
10) DB-15 Analog Input
FIG. 2 N2412A Encoder Rear Panel

1) USB Mini-B Port
2) USB Type A Port
3) USB Type A Port
4) Pulsante di ripristino del dispositivo
FIG. 3 N2422A Decoder Front Panel
5) IR Emitter Input Connection
6) Pulsante di rilevamento dell'ID dispositivo
7) Power/Status Indicators

1) 12VDC Input (not needed withPoE+)
2) Status Indicators
3) RJ45 Auto-Sensing Gigabit Ethernet Switch Port — PoE+
4) 1G SFP Port
FIG. 4 N2422A Decoder Rear Panel
5) IR Emitter Output Connection
6) RS232 Connection
7) Analog Audio Output
8) HDMI Video Output

1) USB Mini-B Port
2) USB Type A Port
3) USB Type A Port
4) Pulsante di ripristino del dispositivo
FIG. 5 N242A Decoder Front Panel
5) IR Emitter Input Connection
6) Pulsante di rilevamento dell'ID dispositivo
7) Power/Status Indicators

Opzioni di montaggio

The N2400 units are available in stand-alone and the N2412A-C encoder card version. The stand-alone version can be free standing, surface mounted, wall mounted, or rack mounted. All cards must be rack mounted using the N9206 Card Cage (sold separately).

Surface and Wall Mounting

To mount your N2400 stand-alone unit to a flat surface or wall, follow these steps:
1. Remove the four screws from the bottom of the unit and use them to attach the mounting wings (not included in shipment – part number N9101). See Figure 7.
2. Place the unit against the solid surface to which you want it mounted.
3. Using standard hardware, attach the unit through each of the slots of the newly-attached mounting wings.
4. Connect the appropriate cables necessary for your application. Refer to the sections : Connecting Decoders to the Network on page 14 and :ConnectingEncoders totheNetworkandConfiguring StreamSettings on page 15 formore information on these connections.

FIG. 7 Installing Mounting Wings
Montaggio su rack
N2400 Series Stand-Alone Units
A Rack Shelf (part number N9102) accommodates up to two stand-alone N-Series Encoders or Decoders, side by side (mix and match).
FIG. 8 Rack Mounting Stand-Alone Units

N2412A-C Series Cards
A Card Cage (part number N9206) accommodates up to six N-Series Encoder/Decoder cards (mix and match). The 12V power supply of the N9206 is the primary power source for the installed cards. If the 12V power supply fails or is unplugged, the cards will power down, detect PoE+ (if provided by switch) and restart normally using PoE+. This usually results in a power loss of about one to two seconds. The unit then reboots (which takes another one to two minutes).

To rack mount N2412A-C Series cards into the N9206 Card Cage, follow these steps:
1. Gently slide the card into cage slot. Make sure the card is properly aligned with guides. The card’s front LED indicators should align with holes in the cage’s faceplate. See Figure 9.
FIG. 9 Rack Mounting Cards
2. Align the thumb screw on back plate before seating card into cage.
3. Firmly seat the card and tighten the thumb screw by hand to secure card placement.
4. Use one of the six Phoenix connector cables (included in shipment with the Card Cage) to connect the card’s 12VDC input
Phoenix connector to one of the cage’s six 12VDC outputs.
5. Repeat these steps until all cards are properly installed. See Figure 10.
FIG. 10 Fully Populated Card Cage
6. For proper airflow, cover any unused card slots with faceplate blanks. Blanks are sold separately (part number N9210).
7. Make sure the Card Cage’s power cord is plugged in for proper cooling.
CAUTION: Keep the Card Cage’spower cord plugged in at alltimes so thatthe internalfans are always running. Not doing so could void the warranty ofthe cage and all installed cards. Fans are not powered while in backup PoE power mode. Please remedy power losses immediately to avoid potential overheating hazards.
NOTE: Mounting accessories are sold separately and are compatible with most N-Series devices.Contact a sales representative or visit our websito per i dettagli.

Istruzioni di installazione passo dopo passo

This section provides step-by-step guidance for installing and configuring equipment from the N-Series product family on your network. The steps provided here assume the following to be true:

1. There are switches operational on the network.
N-Series equipment can operate on many different brands of networking equipment. The network itself needs to meet certain requirements to be able to support deployment. These instructions assume that you have purchased and installed a pre-configured switch from AMX orthat your existing equipment meets the following physical and protocolrequirements:
• Livello 2 (con protocollo multicast IGMP), O Livello 3 (noto anche come "multistrato")
• Ethernet Gigabit
• Spiare l'IGMP
• IGMP Snooping Querier (che deve essere abilitato solo su un singolo switch all'interno della rete)
NOTE:Toproceedwiththis installation,the switchesmustalready be successfully connected to yournetwork.If needed, refer to your product’s documentation for installation instructions.
2. Deployment considerations have been made for the addition of high-speed video.
Our Networked AV solutions provide unsurpassed video and audio quality at bandwidths appropriate to any network segment or link. Matrix switches as large as 1200×800 have been constructed on a house networkusing N-Series equipment. Alternatively, many customers choose to deploy on physically separate networks in order to use low-cost network appliances but keep video traffic separate from data and voice.
3. N-Able software (version2017.02.02orhigher) hasbeenloaded onthe computer youare usingto configure the equipment.
From your host computer, download N-Able (our free setup utility software):
Versione PC – http://www.amx.com/products/N-ABLE-PC.asp
Versione Mac – http://www.amx.com/products/N-ABLE-MAC.asp
This software is designed to set up and control the equipment during initial deployment, however, it is not always the best solution for production-type or primary user control. Refer toControl Options on page 21 for details on the available control options.
NOTE: For a more detailed requirements list, refer to Appendix B: Minimum Network Requirements on page 77.
NOTE: N-Able and N-Command products include software developed by the OpenSSL Projectfor use in the OpenSSL Toolkit (http://www.openssl.org/).

Step 1: Setting Up Your Host Computer
In order to communicate with N-Series products, your devices must be on the same subnet as the host computer. N2400 units are shipped in DHCP mode and the IP address will be assigned automatically based on the network DHCP server. If no DHCP server is found, the unit will use Auto IP mode with a default IP address of 169.254.xxx.xxx.
Before beginning installation, you may need to make some changes to the computer running N-Able. These steps show how this can be accomplished in a Microsoft Windows environment.
1. From the Start menu, select Control Panel > Network and Sharing Center.
NOTE:Ifthe computer does not need Internet access, youcan simply enter a unique 169.254.xxx.xxx IP address with a 255.255.0.0
subnetmask.Contact yournetwork administrator if youare unsure ofhow to configure the existing network. N-Seriesunits will not
self-assign in the 169.254.xxx.xxx range.
NOTE: Ifthe computer has a statically assigned IP address, click the Advanced button. Then click Add to enter a unique
169.254.xxx.xxx address with a Subnet Mask of 255.255.0.0and a Default Gateway of 169.254.1.1.
Fase 2: Connessione dei decoder alla rete
The digital connection from a Decoder HDMI OUT port (female) to a display is accomplished using either an HDMI cable or DVI-D (through adapter).N2400 units support embedded audio input and output on theHDMI ports; however, some display devices (e.g., many monitors) do not support embedded audio. When using such a display, use the AUDIO port for separate transmission of sound and turn HDMI Audio Enable off (on the Settings page) to avoid video display issues.

Power is supplied via a PoE+ enabled switch or an external power supply. Refer to the following steps and Figure 11for guidance.
1. Using a Cat-5 cable, connect your N-Series Decoder’s P0 port to a PoE+ enabled switch. This provides both network and power connection. In non-PoE applications connect a 12V regulated power supply (FGN9312) to the two-pin terminal block plug connector (labeled+12V 3A).
2. Connect the display you would like to use for that Decoder(monitor, projector, etc.) to the Decoder’s HDMI OUT port using an HDMI cable (or DVI through adapter). This must be a digital video connection.
FIG. 11 Decoder Connections
3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 until all Decoders are installed on the network.
4. Una volta collegati e accesi i decoder e i display, sui display viene visualizzata la schermata LocalPlay.

Step3:ConnectingEncoderstotheNetwork andConfiguringStream
Impostazioni
1. Using a Cat-5 cable, connect your N-Series Encoder’s P0 port to a PoE+ enabled switch. In non-PoE applications connect a
12V regulated power supply (FGN9313) to the two-pin terminal block plug connector (labeled +12V 3A).
NOTA: affinché l'unità possa ricevere PoE+, deve essere collegata a uno switch o ad altre apparecchiature dotate di una porta PoE+ PSE.
2. In N-Able, select the Unit Management tab and click the Auto Discover button (if the table has not already populated itself with the installed units). See Figure 12.

Switching and Scaling Options

N-Series Encoders and Decoders make up a true AV matrix solution. In other words, one input can go to any or all outputs.
Decoders have internal scaling capabilities. Keep the following in mind:
 The input of an Encoder is the video and/or audio signal going into the Encoder.
 The output of an Encoder is the network stream.
 The input of a Decoder is the network stream.
 The output of a Decoder is the digital video and/or audio being transmitted out to the display device.
 Upscaling and downscaling are fully supported.

Commutazione senza soluzione di continuità
The N2400 Series supports seamless switching capability if the scalers in the Decoders are enabled. If the scalers are off, all of the sources must have the same resolution and refresh rate of the Encoder.
To get streams onto a Decoder, use the Video Matrix tab to route video from an Encoder to a Decoder. This works seamlessly if the previously mentioned settings are true. All you have to do is click the common cell on the matrix, and click the Take button. See
Figure 18 for anexamplui.
Enabling this cell causes the Decoder named Conf Rm Dec to listen to the Encoder named Conference Rm Encoder.

Opzioni di controllo

For the most part, once the initial setup is complete, you will be primarily managing/configuring the Decoders. To better understand, think of Encoders as radio stations andDecoders as car radios. The Encoders are supplying the streams and, using the Decoders, you can “tune in” to the stream you want. N-Series’s N-Control solutions (N-Command, N-Act, and N-Touch) provide you with the most flexible management options available, insuring you are getting the most from your digital media system.
NOTE: N-Able and N-Command products include software developed by the OpenSSL Projectfor use in the OpenSSL Toolkit (http://www.openssl.org/).

Primary Control Options
During initial configuration and setup, the free N-Able setup utility (version 2016.11.11 or higher)is sufficient. However, we do not recommend N-Able for production-level, primary-user control.

N-Command Controllers
Questi web-based hardware Controllers offerintuitive, powerful management of equipment, content, NVR recording/playback, bandwidth utilization, and AV switching (using a web-based, point-and-click graphical matrix). The N-Command product line also offers:
 Simplified ASCII interface for third-party control via TCP/IP.
 N8002 and N8012 controllers have leader/follower failover protection.
 N8012 controller has hot-swappable drives and redundant power supplies.
 Graphical presentation of video network connections.
 Full configuration control: assign fixed IP addresses for each N-Series component, adjust variable bit-rate for each video stream, etc.
 Additional software bundles (free with N-Command) allow you to easily create attractive touch panels for N-Series and third-party equipment control, as well as build software design walls of any size. Visit our website for more details on the available N-CommandControllers.

Third-Party Controllers
The N2400 Series is capable of interfacing with third-party control systems. For direct control of N2400 units from any Third Party
Control system, please use the Direct Control API (available on our webposto).

N-Act | On-Board, Built-In Control
All N-Series Encoders and Decoders have on-board, built-in control capability via events that can trigger any number of TCP/UDP commands to other IP controllable devices. Included free with all N-Series Encoders/Decoders. See the section N-Act Page on page 36 for more information.

N-Touch | Touch Panel Controller
The NT-SD-701 and NT-ST-701 N-Touch Panels allow you to easily add a control interface to your N-Series system. Each touch panel combines a high-quality user interface and controller into a single unit, enabling user control of N-Series devices in conference rooms, classrooms, and other types of spaces. Key features include control of network-based devices, a brilliant 24-color depth, and PoE connectivity – all at an economical price point.

NetLinx
NetLinx Studio is commonly used by system programmers to streamline the integration, programming, organization, and support of their AMX equipment. As the cornerstone of AMX’s system design software tools, NetLinx Studio offers programmers the most flexible applicationcapable of generating the most sophisticated codepossible.RefertoAppendixA: NetLinxControl on page 71 for more information.

KVM Configuration

The N2412A Encoders, N2422A and N2424A Decoders are KVM-capable. By default, USB connections are disabled. Basic Setup

Follow these steps for basic KVM configuration:

1. On the N2412A Encoder, connect the USB Mini-B port to the computer to be controlled.
2. Connect the computer’s video output to the Encoder’s HDMI IN port.
3. On the N2422A or N2424A Decoder, connect the HDMI OUT to the display.
4. Connect a USB keyboard and mouse to the Decoder’s USB Standard-A ports (they can be plugged into either port).
NOTE: Forwirelessdevices, simplyplug thewireless signal receivers into theseports. For keyboardandmouse combos (witha single connection) use the keyboard port.
5. Using N-Able, click theUnit Management tab.
6. Click the Auto Discover button to discover your new devices (if you have not already done so).
7. Once discovery is complete (and you see the new units listed in N-Able), click the Video Matrix tab.
8. On the matrix, click the common cell for the desired Encoder/Decoder streaming combination.
9. Click the Take button to make the change to your matrix. The radio button turns green to indicate the connection was successful.
10. Check the USB Enable box on the Encoders and Decoders being used (this setting is found on the KVM page of the GUI). See KVM Page section on page 39 for more details.
11. On theDecoder’s KVM page, enterthe KVM Encoder’s IP address (in the IP Address field). See KVM Page section on page 61 for more details.
NOTE: Multiaccess is enabled by default, meaning you can have multiple Decoders attached to a single Encoder. Simply go to each Decoder’sKVM page and enableUSB and inputthe Encoder’s IP address (or create the connectionin N-Able, as described inthe steps above).

Encoder Configuration Options

This chapter defines N2412A Encoder configuration options. For ease of navigation, it is organized to reflect the graphical user interface (GUI).
From any main page in the GUI, you can access all other main pages by clicking the links in the top navigation bar. Figure 19 shows the navigation bar and provides hot links to the sections of this chapter which describe each main page.

 

Documenti / Risorse

Codificatori e decodificatori HARMAN AMX serie N [pdf] Guida utente N1000, N2300, N2400, N2600, N3000, N3300D, Encoder e decoder AMX serie N, AMX serie N, Encoder e decoder, Encoder, Decoder

Riferimenti

• Manuale d'uso