DX-TX-4K60 - Extendeur AV AMX - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	HDMI Extender (4K60) over HDBaseT
Brand	AMX
Model	DX-TX-4K60
Video Resolution	Up to 4K @ 60Hz (4:4:4), 1080p @ 60Hz
Audio Support	HDMI audio pass-through, up to 7.1 channels PCM, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD
Transmission Distance	Up to 100 m (328 ft) over CAT6/6A/7
Input Interface	1x HDMI Type A female
Output Interface	1x RJ45 (HDBaseT) female
Power Supply	24V DC, 0.5A (included) or PoE (IEEE 802.3af)
Power Consumption	<10W
Dimensions (W x D x H)	120 x 70 x 25 mm (approx.)
Weight	200 g (approx.)
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C
Storage Temperature	-20°C to 60°C
Humidity	10% to 90% RH (non-condensing)
Features	EDID management, HDCP 2.2 compliant, IR pass-through (bidirectional), PoE support
Maintenance	Clean with dry cloth; avoid liquids. Do not use solvents.
Safety	Use only supplied power adapter. Do not expose to moisture or extreme temperatures.
Spare Parts	Power adapter, IR emitter/receiver (included), mounting brackets (optional)
Reparability	No user-serviceable parts. Contact AMX support for repairs.
Certifications	CE, FCC, RoHS
Included Accessories	Power adapter, IR emitter/receiver, mounting brackets, quick start guide

Frequently Asked Questions - DX-TX-4K60 AMX

What is the maximum video resolution supported?

The DX-TX-4K60 supports resolutions up to 4K @ 60Hz with 4:4:4 chroma subsampling, as well as standard 1080p and lower.

How far can I transmit the signal?

Using CAT6/6A/7 cable, the transmission distance can reach up to 100 meters (328 feet) without signal degradation.

Does the extender support HDR?

Yes, it supports HDR10 and Dolby Vision pass-through, provided the HDMI source and sink also support HDR.

Can I use CAT5e cable?

While CAT5e may work for shorter distances, it is not recommended. Use CAT6 or higher for optimal performance and full distance.

How do I connect IR control?

Connect the included IR emitter to the IR OUT port on the transmitter and place it near the source device. Connect the IR receiver to the IR IN port on the receiver and place it in the display area.

Does it require external power on both ends?

The transmitter and receiver can be powered either by the included 24V DC power adapter or via Power over Ethernet (PoE) if using a PoE switch. If using PoE, only one end may need power depending on setup.

How to reset the extender?

Simply power cycle the device by disconnecting and reconnecting the power supply. There is no factory reset button.

What should I do if there is no video output?

Check all cable connections, ensure the HDMI source is powered on, and verify that the EDID settings are correct. Also try connecting the source directly to the display to isolate the issue.

Is the extender compatible with HDCP 2.2?

Yes, it is fully compliant with HDCP 2.2 for protected content, as well as backward compatible with HDCP 1.4.

Can I daisy-chain multiple extenders?

No, the DX-TX-4K60 is not designed for daisy-chaining. For multiple displays, use an HDMI matrix or distribution amplifier.

USER MANUAL DX-TX-4K60 AMX

DIP Switch Toggles - Default OFF (for Auto-setup, see next page)

Before installing the units, find the scenario you are using in the table below and set the DIP switch toggles accordingly. Toggle #4 is reserved for future functionality.

For standalone pair upgrades, set Toggles #1-2-3 to ON and connect one unit to a Controller.

COMMON SCENARIOS	TOGGLES
Standalone Setup	1 - 2 - 3
AV signals only (plus serial/IR passthrough)	OFF - OFF - OFF
AV with Ethernet passthrough to networked device (plus serial/IR passthrough)*	ON - OFF - OFF
AV with NetLinx control of TX/RX unit and serial/IR ports**	ON - ON - ON
AV with NetLinx control of TX/RX unit and serial/IR ports, plus Ethernet passthrough to network device*	ON - ON - ON
Switcher Setup (TX/RX with Enova DGX/DVX /DGX 100 Series Switcher)	1 - 2 - 3
AV signals only	OFF - OFF - OFF
AV with Ethernet passthrough to networked device*	ON - OFF - OFF
AV with NetLinx control of TX/RX unit and serial/IR ports	OFF - OFF - ON
AV with NetLinx control of TX/RX unit and serial/IR ports, plus Ethernet passthrough to network device*	ON - OFF - ON

* Connect ICS LAN port of DXLink unit to network device (e.g., laptop, IP controlled projector, ICSLan Device). In standalone setup, connect ICS LAN port of other DXLink unit to network.
** In standalone setup using NetLinx control of DXLink serial/IR ports, only one of the DXLink units should be connected to network (the unit with #1 Toggle enabled).

FIG. 1 DIP SWITCH TOGGLES ENABLE/DISABLE SPECIAL FUNCTIONALITY

Overview

The DX-TX-4K60 and DX-RX-4K60 transmit HDMI, audio, USB and control over twisted pair cable. The TX also has an HDMI local loop out. DXLink Modules can be set up in one of three ways:

• Endpoint Mode (Switcher) – connect one or more to a switcher with an Integrated Controller.
• Endpoint Mode (Standalone) – connect TX/RX pair directly to each other with one connected to a NetLinx Central Controller via LAN or directly to Controller.

Extender Mode (Standalone) – connect TX/RX pair directly to each other.

These Modules support InstaGate Pro® and SmartScale® Technology.

The Hardware Reference Manual – DXLink Twisted Pair 4K60 Transmitters/Receiver contains complete documentation (including full specifications and supported input and output resolutions); for details, see www.amx.com.

System Setup

The DX-TX-4K60 and DX-RX-4K60 work with a switcher that supports DXLink Technology or as a stand-alone pair to transmit audio, video and control signals. The Transmitter receives audio and video from the HDMI source and transmits both audio and video over the DXLink twisted pair cable. This DXlink cable can be connected directly to a DXLink Receiver or to a DXLink input on a DXLink switcher where it can be routed to a DXLink output and connected to a DXLink Receiver. The DXLink Receiver converts the DXLink input to HDMI and analog audio outputs. On the Transmitter, stereo audio connections are provided as a supplemental audio input. Both the Transmitter and the Receiver support RS-232 for serial data transfer, USB, IR, and Ethernet.

graph LR
    A["Source Device"] --> B["DXLINK Input Board"]
    B --> C["DXLINK Transmitter"]
    C --> D["LAN 100/1000"]
    D --> E["DXLINK Receiver"]
    E --> F["Destination Device"]
    G["Cat x Up to330F (100m)"] --> B
    H["Cat x Up to330F (100m)"] --> D
    I["HDMI OUT"] --> E

FIG. 2 DXLINK TX AND RX AS ENDPOINTS WITH COMPATIBLE DXLINK EQUIPMENT

graph TD
    A["Router"] --> B["Server"]
    B --> C["Data port (BOSDA Server)"]
    C --> D["COSM Server"]
    D --> E["Server"]
    E --> F["Data port (COSM Server)"]

FIG. 3 DXLINK TX AND RX AS EXTENDER SOLUTION

Mounting Options (Rack Trays and Mounting Brackets)

For details on the four versatile mounting kit options for V Style modules (rack tray, rack tray with fill plates, surface mount, and pole mount), see www.amx.com

IMPORTANT: When mounting under a surface, the module should be mounted upright and lowered in the mounting bracket slots to provide an airflow gap between the surface and the vent holes. If not using V Style brackets, be sure to leave a gap between the top of the unit and the surface for heat to escape.

Twisted Pair Cable Pinouts and RJ-45 LEDs

The DXLink and ICS LAN 10/100 ports both use twisted pair cable. FIG. 4 shows two pinouts that can be used for either port. FIG. 5 shows the LEDs for each port.

graph TD
    subgraph T568A
        A["Green/White"] --> B["Brown/White"]
        B --> C["Orange/White"]
        C --> D["Blue/White"]
        D --> E["Brown/White"]
        E --> F["Orange/White"]
        F --> G["Brown/White"]
        G --> H["Blue/White"]
        H --> I["Brown/White"]
        I --> J["Orange/White"]
        J --> K["Brown/White"]
    end
    subgraph T568B
        L["Blue/White"] --> M["Brown/White"]
        M --> N["Orange/White"]
        N --> O["Brown/White"]
        O --> P["Orange/White"]
        P --> Q["Brown/White"]
        Q --> R["Blue/White"]
        R --> S["Brown/White"]
        S --> T["Orange/White"]
        T --> U["Brown/White"]
    end
    T568A -->|Up to 100 m| T568B
    T568B -->|Up to 100 m| T568A

FIG. 4 RJ-45 PINOUTS

Yellow LED

On - Speed status is 100 Mbps Off- Speed status is 10 Mbps

ICS LAN 10/100 Port

Green LED

On - Link status is active

Off- Link status is not active

FIG. 5 RJ-45 PORTS

Yellow LED

On - Authenticated HDCP Flashing - Video active; no HDCP Off - No Video

DXLink Port

On - Connection established

Off- Connection not established

Attaching Signal, Transport, and Control Cables

Important Twisted Pair Cabling Requirements and Recommendations:

• DXLink cable runs require shielded category cable (STP) of Cat 6 (or better).
• For cable runs longer than 70 meters total, shielded category cable (STP) of Cat 6A or better is required.
• DXLink twisted pair cable runs for DXLink equipment shall only be run within a common building.*
• DXLink (RJ-45) connectors must not be used for connecting to a standard Ethernet Network. The connector is used for signal transport.
• Do not create a network (Ethernet) loop. A network loop is created when the enclosure and one or more of its DXLink Modules are connected to a common LAN (or a standalone pair when both endpoints connect to the same network).
• DXLink delivers 10.2Gb/s throughput over shielded category cable. Based on this bandwidth requirement, we recommend following industry standard practices designed for 10 Gigabit Ethernet when designing and installing the cable infrastructure.
• The cables should be no longer than necessary to reach the end-points. We recommend terminating the cable to the actual distance required rather than leaving any excess cable in a service loop.
• For more information, see the Hardware Reference Manual – DXLink Twisted Pair 4K60 Transmitters/Receiver.

* "Common building" is defined as: Where the walls of the structure(s) are physically connected and the structure(s) share a single ground reference.

For more details and helpful cabling information, reference the white paper titled "Cabling for Success with DXLink" available at www.amx.com or contact your AMX representative.

Transmitter panel description and installation steps:

FIG. 6 TRANSMITTER PANEL DESCRIPTION

To attach signal, transport, and control cables to the Transmitter:

1. Set DIP switch toggles if necessary (for settings, see the previous page).
2. HDMI In – Attach an HDMI cable from the source to the HDMI In connector.
3. DXLink connector – Attach a twisted pair cable to the DXLink output and to a DXLink input connector on the switcher (or on the RX for a standalone pair).
4. Stereo Audio In jack (optional) – Insert analog audio cable from source.
5. HDMI Output (optional) – Insert an HDMI cable from the display to HDMI Out connector.
6. ICS LAN10/100 port (optional) – Use to attach twisted pair cable to LAN.

Receiver panel description and installation steps:

FIG. 7 RECEIVER PANEL DESCRIPTION

To attach signal, transport, and control cables to the Receiver:

1. Set DIP switch toggles if necessary (for settings, see previous page).
2. DXLink input connector – Attach a twisted pair cable from the DXLink output connector on the switcher (or on a TX) to the DXLink Input.
3. HDMI Out - Attach HDMI cable from this port to the destination.
4. Stereo Audio Out Jack (optional) – Connect analog audio cable from port to destination.

Applying Power

A desktop power supply is provided with each module. Power can be supplied to DXLink Twisted Pair Modules in the following ways:

• Over local power by connecting the supplied desktop power supply to the 12V input
• Over the DXLink connection from a powered DXLink port on a DGX or DVX
• Over the DXLink connection using a PS-POE-AT-TC (FG423-84) or PDXL-2 (FG1090-170).

Note: Local power takes precedence over DXLink power.

Power Budget: For TXs and/or RXs connected to an Enova DGX, use the Enova DGX Configuration Tool (www.amx.com/enova) to determine power requirements of a configuration and if any DXLink TXs or RXs should use the local power. The tool contains instructions on how to use it.

IMPORTANT: If a desktop power supply is used to power the unit, it must be the one provided, which must not be altered in any way. AMX does not support the use of any other power supplies or PoE injectors as they may potentially damage the DXLink equipment.

LED Status Indicators:

INDICATOR LEDS	NORMAL POWER UP	INDICATES
Power	Green	Power is applied
Status (NetLinx) Indicator	Green	Controller is programmed and communicated properly
HDCP Indicator	Yellow (On/Blinking )	HDCP-protected content is being transmitted or not
RX - Scaling	Blue or Off	Scaling on or off
Netlinx Link/Act	Green (On/Blinking - #3 Toggle OFF)	Active LAN connection to an AMX Network or receiving Ethernet data packets

DXLink Auto-setup with Enova DGX 100 Series Switchers

Auto-setup is the default for using DXLink Modules with Enova DGX 100 Series Switchers. When all of the following conditions are met, the modules automatically go into Auto-setup Mode and can communicate through the ICS LAN port with the integrated Controller:

- Endpoints must be set to DHCP Mode (default) and use the NDP connection mode (default).

- Endpoints must not be bound to a Controller.

IMPORTANT: On the switcher, the ICS LAN port acts as a DHCP server (private LAN) and the LAN 100/1000 port acts as a DHCP client (public LAN) with each port on a separate network. In order to avoid a Network Loop, do not connect any device on the private network to any branch on the public network.

IP Addressing Modes

DHCP Mode (enabled when #3 Toggle is flipped ON)

In DHCP Mode, the Module attempts to get a DHCP lease (consisting of an IP address, gateway, and other network parameters). If the attempt fails, the Module configures itself for a link-local address, but periodically re-tries DHCP and re-assigns the IP to a valid DHCP grant if successful. At any time, if the Module determines that its IP address has changed, it will disconnect and reconnect to the Controller.

Static IP Mode (set with ID button or Telnet command)

With #3 Toggle set to ON, press ID for 10 seconds to assign address or use a Telnet command to set unit to Static IP Mode (see the manual).

Enova DGX/DVX and DXLink IP Setup (systems without auto-setup)

To setup DXLink Modules with an Enova DGX or DVX without auto-setup, you must configure the Device ID for each connected DXLink module and then connect (bind) the modules to the DGX or DVX unit. Complete instructions for DXLink setup on systems that don't support auto-setup can be found in the Hardware Reference Manual – DXLink Twisted Pair 4K60 Transmitter/Receiver.

RS-232 Serial Data (Optional)

The 232 port label is relative to data flow. Data enters at RX label on the Transmitter, is sent via a DXLink cable through the switcher, and leaves at TX label on Receiver. Flow is vice versa from Receiver to Transmitter. Applies to all DXLink modules – wire RS-232 port for serial data transfer according to pinout above connectors (TXD-RXD-Ground).

IR Control (Optional)

The IR Receiver connects to the IR RX port on the Transmitter and the IR Emitter connects to the IR TX port on the Receiver or vice versa, depending on the installation. The signal is sent via DXLink cable through the switcher.

When a Transmitter and Receiver are used as a standalone pair, IR control acts as a passthrough.

Configuring and Using USB Ports

1. Each TX and RX has a Host Port (USB-B) and a Device Port (USB-A), but only one port is active at a time depending on the position of the USB DIP Switch.
2. The active USB port is set by the USB DIP Switch on the front panel of the TX/RX. The default setting is TX as Host, RX as device.
3. Set the USB Mode to Host when connecting to a USB host like a PC. Set the USB Mode to Device when connecting to USB devices like keyboards, mice or cameras.
4. When connecting to a DGX DXLink 4K60 input/output board or a DVX-4K Presentation Switcher, the DGX or DVX will automatically detect the setting on the TX/RX and will set the function of the associated Micro-USB A/B portaccordingly.
5. Some USB2.0 devices can only be powered by the TX/RX USB port when the TX/RX is powered via the local power connector.

Note:

• A reboot is required for changes to the USB Mode switch to takeeffect.
  • USB ports can also be used to upgrade firmware. See Hardware Reference.
  • See the detail white list for supported HID device at www.amx.com.
• When a TX and RX are connected point-to-point, the USB mode switches on the TX and RX cannot be set to the same mode.

ID Button (Front)

The ID button on the front can be used to toggle between static and DHCP IP addressing, assign a device address, reset the factory defaults, and restore the factory firmware image (for details, see the manual).

Additional Information Covered in Manual

For information on the following, see the Hardware Reference Manual – DXLink Twisted Pair 4K60 Transmitters/Receiver at www.amx.com.

• NetLinx control and programming commands; Telnet commands;
• IR file transfers; upgrading firmware image; restoring factory defaultsettings;
  • Web UI configurations.

Important Safety Information

Get the newest EC and FCC Declaration of Conformity at www.amx.com

Last Revised: 2020/12/14

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