Epica DGX 16

Customizable Matrix Switcher

The Best of Fiber Matrix Switching – Just Got Smaller!

Analog / Digital
Video

SPOTLIGHT: DGX Fiber Technology
Get all the security, clarity and distance benefits of signal distribution over fiber without any of the hassle. Visit www.amx.com/DGX/ to learn more.

WATCH THE VIDEO
See the Epica DGX 16 in action, live from InfoComm 2010, by watching the video profile online at: www.amx.com/assets/videos/DGX.mp4

TRAINING AVAILABLE
AMX University Training is available for this product. Applicable courses include:

  • Getting Started with AutoPatch DGX (Online)

For schedules and registration for these and any AMX University courses, visit www.amx.com/training.

DGX
The exclusive digital platform delivered by our DGX Technology allows multiple high-resolution signal styles to be converted freely internal to the matrix switcher to numerous outputs with various styles. In addition, DGX fiber products integrate the ability to receive and/or transmit signals directly via SC fiber connections.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: UNITED STATES

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OVERVIEW
When the demands of high-resolution video clarity, long distances and maximum security need to be met without compromise THINK FIBER. The Epica DGX 16 is a customizable, fiber optic matrix switcher with integrated signal conversion, and when used in conjunction with our compatible DGX Fiber Transmitters and Receivers the system also provides transport of uncompressed video, embedded audio and one-way control along with video scaling - making it the easy to specify, easy to install, easy to use solution.

Start with any combination of high-resolution video sources (3 component, RGBHV and DVI), add DGX HD-15 and DGX DVI Fiber Transmitters to send uncompressed pure video up to 3,000 feet to the Epica DGX 16 Matrix Switcher, route those signals to any output, then transmit those signals another 3,000 feet to our DGX HD-15 or DGX DVI Fiber Receiver featuring SmartScale video scaling. With the powerful combination of video conversion, scaling and high speed 4.95 Gbps digital switching the system delivers perfect video every time - regardless of signal style. Plug and GO. It's that easy. And, since fiber uses light to send data, rather than electric signals, it is perfect for electronically sensitive environments as it is not susceptible to non-intrusive physical wire tapping.

Our exclusive DGX Technology integrated into every product in the DGX family transcodes signals to a common digital platform so analog and digital live in harmony; in other words, the system offers simple analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog signal conversion whether it is needed at the source, the switch or the destination. Designed with flexibility, the compact 4RU enclosure is expandable from 4x4 to 16x16 by increments of 4 inputs and/or outputs with the choice of DGX SC Optical input and output boards, and DGX DVI input and output boards. It features several integrator friendly tools designed to simplify setup and reduce installation issues including hot-swappable I/O boards, real-time system monitoring, and fully redundant, hot-swappable power supplies with redundant power feeds. When paired with the DGX Fiber Transmitters and Receivers the Epica DGX 16 can also pass embedded audio and control sent from the TX through the matrix switcher to the RX. The DGX Fiber Receivers (both HD-15 and DVI) feature SmartScale™ Technology which automatically responds to the display's declared EDID information and scales the video resolution and adjusts the video parameters to match the displays native format. SmartScale Technology ensures every display operates at its preferred resolution and eliminates the incompatibilities that can arise in matrix switching systems when the output resolution of the source is not supported by some or all of the displays in the system.

COMMON APPLICATIONS
The Epica DGX 16 is the ideal solution for government agencies, command-and-control environments, universities, hospitals, casinos, retail environments or any facility that demands the highest quality video be shared between rooms or even buildings.

EPICA DGX 16 CUSTOM CONFIGURATION GUIDE
The Epica DGX 16 Configuration Guide provides information for building a customized solutions. Detailed information and specifications on board options, enclosures, and DGX Transmitters and Receivers are available.

As always, our trained staff is available to provide free matrix design assistance. Please contact us if you have questions.

> Epica DGX 16 Configuration Guide

CUSTOM REQUEST
AMX manufacturers a full range of customizable matrix switchers to accommodate multiple signal types in various input/output ranges. Complete our custom request form today and an AMX Representative will respond to you within one business day with a custom quote. If you require immediate assistance please contact us at 800.222.0193 (US) or 469.624.7400 (International).

> Online Custom Request Form

FEATURES

  • Compatible DGX Fiber Receivers feature SmartScale™ Technology which automatically responds to the display's declared EDID information and scales the video to the best resolution and video parameters for that display without manual setup
  • DGX Technology offers simple signal conversion between analog and digital signals whether it is needed at the source, the switch or the destination
  • Designed for use with single strand multimode fiber; the most common, easily terminated and installed fiber cable solution
  • Use in conjunction with our new DGX Fiber Transmitters and Receivers to send video, audio and one-way control over a single fiber cable up to 6,000 feet -- 3,000 feet to the matrix switcher and 3,000 feet after the matrix switcher
  • Supports matrix switching of embedded digital or analog audio and one-way control when used in conjunction with any DGX Fiber TX / RX pair running through the Epica DGX 16 SC Fiber Input and Output Boards
  • High speed 4.95 Gbps digital switching ensures perfect pixel for pixel video at resolutions up to 1920 x 1200 @ 60Hz, video uncompressed and uncompromised
  • Pre-loaded with the most common EDID settings on each of the matrix switcher's input connectors to emulate the display's response when queried, which ensures transmission of the video from the source device
  • Custom EDID settings can be loaded on each input with the use of the included EDID Programmer
  • Provides additional power on every DVI output commonly used to power external DVI extenders
  • Standard RS-232 control port
  • Standard USB (mini-B) port can be used as a virtual Com port for serial communication with a PC
  • Supports AutoPatch's simple BCS serial control protocol
  • Standard Integrated TCP/IP APWeb control
  • Includes intuitive front mounted control panel featuring LED backlit LCD and blue light buttons, allowing quick and easy access to execute many commands including status, change, disconnect, local presets, global presets, front panel lock and unlock, and more
  • Ships with free AutoPatch matrix switcher configuration software
  • Ships with free APControl to provide easy single-user PC control of the matrix switcher
  • Native NetLinx Integrated Port provides direct connection to any NetLinx Master as well as offering a tunneling access point for our simple BCS commands
  • Rack mounting ears included
  • Fully redundant power supplies with independent power paths for maximum reliability
  • Local presets allow quick recall of a pre-programmed set of switches with a single command; multiple presets can exist within a system at the same time
  • Global presets allow quick recall of a comprehensive snapshot of all switches

DEALER BENEFITS

  • SmartScale™ Technology - The Epica DGX Receivers automatically scale the video output to match the display’s preferred resolution
  • Easily Convert Between Analog and Digital Signals - DGX Technology offers simple signal conversion between analog and digital signals whether it is needed at the source, the switch or the destination
  • Field Serviceable and Upgradable - Easily add or replace I/O boards at any time after deployment - the system automatically recognizes the new configuration and activates the boards

CUSTOMER BENEFITS

  • Securely Transport AV Signals – As a fiber based product, it’s inherent features protect information from security threats while delivering visual data as it was intended
  • Perfect Reproduction of the Source Image – The DGX supports high speed digital switching 4.95 Gbps, which ensures perfect pixel for pixel reproduction of original source image for all video resolutions up to 1920x1200
  • Cost Effective Fiber Transportation Solution – The Epica DGX Fiber Matrix Switchers utilize the easy to install and terminate industry standard single strand multimode fiber to transport audio, video and control

GENERAL

  • AC Power: 100-240 VAC single phase, 50-60 Hz
  • Power Consumption (Max): 785 Watts
  • Power Consumption (Typ): 210 Watts, fully loaded enclosure
  • BTU/HR (Max): 2679
  • BTU/HR (Typ): 717, fully loaded enclosure
  • Operational Temperature: 32° to 113° F (0° to 45° C)
  • Storage Temperature: -22° to 158° F (-40° to 70° C)
  • Humidity: 0 to 90% non-condensing
  • MTBF: 170,000 hours
  • Note: Specifications are subject to change

DIMENSIONS (HWD)

  • 6 13/16" x 19" x 15" (17.4 cm x 48.3 cm x 38 cm)
  • RU: 4

DIMENSIONS (HWD) WITH EXTRACTORS

  • 6 13/16" x 19" x 16" (17.4 cm x 48.3 cm x 40.6 cm)
  • RU: 4

WEIGHT

  • Appx. 34 lbs (15.4 kg) per loaded enclosure
  • Shipping Weight: Appx. 40 lbs (18.1 kg) per loaded enclosure

MTBF
170,000 hours

CERTIFICATIONS
CE, FCC Class A, UL, cUL, RoHS / WEEE compliant

SC FIBER

  • Compatible AutoPatch Fiber Modules: DGX DVI TX/RX, DGX HD-15 TX/RX , Epica DGX 32, Epica DGX 144
  • Signal Types over Fiber: Video, Audio, Serial Data (Video signal must be present to pass Audio and Serial Data)
  • Progressive Resolution Support: 640x480 @ 60 Hz up to 1920x1200 @ 60 Hz
  • Interlaced Resolution Support
    • 1080i 60, 59.94, 50 (fields per second)
    • 576i 100, 50 (fields per second)*
    • 480i 60 (fields per second)*
  • Audio Support: Analog Stereo or S/PDIF (S/PDIF up to 96 kHz Sample Rate, 96 kHz audio only available when source video resolution is 800x600 @ 60Hz(40 MHz pixel clock) or greater, otherwise 48 kHz max)
  • Serial Data Support: Unidirectional RS-232, up to 115.2k Baud
  • Fiber Cable Type: Multimode Simplex (with SC termination) 50/125 um (preferred) or 62.5/125 um
  • Fiber Cable Length:
    • Up to 3000 ft In / Out with 50 um cable (3000 ft cable requires 50/125 um OM2 class low loss fiber cable)
    • Up to 1500 ft In / Out with 62.5um
  • Fiber Connector: SC Optical
  • Safety Certifications: Class 1 Laser Product (Class 3R Laser Product when fiber is disconnected from the unit) IEC 60825-1, 2001 (Fiber Output Board)
  • Power Output of Laser Radiation (max): 4.08 mW (Fiber Output Board)
  • Optical Budget
    • 9.75 dBm (typ) between DGX TX and Input board
    • 9.75 dBm (typ) between Output board and DGX RX
    • Optical Modulation Amplitude (OMA) Output: -6.25 dBm (typ)
    • Optical Modulation Amplitude (OMA) Input Sensitivity: -16.0 dBm (typ)
  • Fiber Input Board Propagation Delay: 1 us
  • Fiber Output Board Propagation Delay: 2 us
  • HDCP Support: None
  • Compatibility Note: Not compatible with third party optical distribution amplifiers or multi-mode to single-mode converters.

*480i and 576i are only available when being transmitted from a DGX HD-15 Tx as a YPbPr signal

DVI

  • Signal Type: DVI-D (Single Link)
  • Resolution Support: 640x480 @ 60 Hz up to 1920x1200 @ 60 Hz
  • Interlaced Resolution Support
    • 1080i 60, 59.94, 50 (fields per second)
    • 576i 100, 50 (fields per second)
    • 480i 60 (fields per second)
  • Data Rate (Max): 4.95 Gbps
  • Pixel Clock (Max): 165 MHz
  • DDC/EDID Support
    • EDID provided by Epica DGX 16
    • EDID is user re-programmable
  • HDCP Support: None
  • Input Voltage (Nominal): 1.0 Vpp Differential
  • Input Cable Equalization: Up to 50 ft
  • Output Nominal Voltage: 1.0 Vpp Differential
  • Output Reclocking: Yes
  • Output +5V DDC Pin: 250 mA
  • Output Rise Time / Fall Time:
    • 80 ps min - 200 ps max (20% - 80%)
    • 0.13 UI min - 0.33 UI max (@ 1.65 Gbps, 20% - 80%)
  • DVI Input Board Propagation Delay: 1 us
  • DVI Output Board Propagation Delay: 2 us
  • Connector: DVI-I (DVI-D Single Link is the supported signal type)

EDID

  • Standard Timing Identification:
    • ID 1: 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz*
    • ID 2: 1920 x 1080 @ 60 Hz
    • ID 3: 1680 x 1050 @ 60 Hz
    • ID 4: 1600 x 1200 @ 60 Hz
    • ID 5: 1280 x 800 @ 60 Hz
    • ID 6: 1280 x 720 @ 60 Hz
    • ID 7: 1280 x 1024 @ 60 Hz
    • ID 8: 640 x 480 @ 120 Hz

    * This is the preferred timing identified in the EDID.

  • Established Timing:
    • 640 x 480 @ 60 Hz, 72 Hz, 75 Hz
    • 800 x 600 @ 56 Hz, 60 Hz, 72 Hz, 75 Hz
    • 1024 x 768 @ 60 Hz, 70 Hz, 75 Hz, 87 Hz
    • 1280 x 1024 @ 75 Hz

AMX University Training is available for this product. Applicable courses include:

  • Getting Started with AutoPatch DGX (Online)

For schedules and registration for these and any AMX University courses, visit www.amx.com/training.

NAME DESCRIPTION PART #
DGX-DVI-Fiber TX DGX DVI Fiber Transmitters (FG1010-210-01)
DGX-DVI-Fiber RX DGX DVI Fiber Receiver (FG1010-410-01)
DGX-HD-15-Fiber TX DGX HD-15 Fiber Transmitters (FG1010-200-01)
DGX-HD-15-Fiber RX DGX HD-15 Fiber Receiver (FG1010-400-01)
CBL-FIBER-MM-SC-SC SC-SC Single Strand Multimode Fiber Cable (25-1000 ft.) (CBL-FIBER-MM-SC-SC)