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Features• Streams DVI, RGB, HDTV, and video signals with audio over IP networks.• Inputs — DVI-D with loop-through; universal 15-pin HD input with l

Universal OSD Configuration panelThis portion of the advanced configuration panel is used to configure the information that is seen when viewing the u

Selectable Status InformationStatus Information Description# UsersThe number of users that are connected to the SME100 is displayed.CPU UsageThe perc

Using Encoding PresetsThe Encoding Presets panel is used to recall and save presets. Saving a preset saves the current set of encoding parameters for

Renaming an encoding preset1. Select the desired encoding preset from the Preset drop-down menu .2. Rename the encoding preset using the Rename Pres

Live View Settings PageThe Live View Settings page is accessed by clicking on the Live View Settings link on the left sidebar of the Configuration pag

To use this page, click on the Select Role to Edit drop-down menu and click on the desired role that requires editing. Two roles are available for edi

c Page Timeout panelThis panel is used to automatically close (log out) the connection between the viewer and the SME100 after a specified amount of

Embedding the SME100 StreamThe Embed VLC / SMP / QuickTime panel (see e in figure 74) on the Live View Settings page creates HTML code that can b

6. Navigate to the desired save location (see figure 78).a. In the File name field, enter the desired name for the Notepad document. Make sure the n

Port Settings PageThe Port Settings page is accessed by clicking on the Port Settings link on the left sidebar of the Configuration page (see figure 8

• Auto Input Memory — When activated, the SME100 automatically stores size, position, and picture settings based on the incoming signal. When the sa

• Baud Rate — This drop-down menu is used to set the baud rate that is used for communication with the SME100. The default is 9600.• Stop Bits — Th

Advanced Settings PageThe Advanced Settings page is accessed by clicking on the Advanced Settings link on the left sidebar of the Configuration page (

b Sync-To-Matrix panelNOTES: • After all of the necessary changes have been made to the following configuration options in this panel, click the Subm

Creating a Custom EDIDUse the following procedure to create a custom EDID using the Advanced Settings page on the SME100 (see figure 82).Figure 82.

Applying an EDID to an Input DeviceUse the following procedure to apply an EDID to an input device connected to the SME100 using the Advanced Setting

Matrix Switcher SyncingUse the following procedure to sync the SME100 to a matrix switcher.AUDIOVIDEOIOCONTROLENTERPRESETVIEWESCINPUTS123456789101112

3. On the SME100, configure input 2 as follows.a. On the SME100, switch to input 2 (which is connected to the matrix switcher).b. Set the followi

4. In the Sync to Matrix panel, select Enabled from the Enabled/Disabled radio buttons (see figure 86).456 789EDIDSync-To-MatrixAdvanced SettingsFigu

Using the Synchronized SME100 and Matrix SwitcherEnsure the following is done when using the SME100 with the matrix switcher:• Perform all input sw

Security PageThe Security page is accessed by clicking on the Security link on the left sidebar of the Configuration page (see figure 87).Figure 87.

• Embedded preview window — The SME100 provides an intuitive interface that contains an embedded video window used for viewing live streams.• Embed

a Passwords panel• User Name — Use this field to enter a user name that will be used to log in. The maximum user name length is 15 characters. User

Firmware Upgrade PageThe Firmware Upgrade page is accessed by clicking on the Firmware Upgrade link on the left sidebar of the Configuration page (see

Reset PageThe Reset page is accessed by clicking on the Reset link on the left sidebar of the Configuration page (see figure 90).Figure 90. Reset Pag

Remote Communication and ControlThis section provides information on:• Connecting a Control Device• Software Overview• Simple Instruction Set (SIS™

Software OverviewThis section details how to initialize the various programs that are used to send SIS commands to the SME100.Using DataViewerDataVi

Installing the software1. Use the file browser on the PC to navigate to the executable software file and double-click it to open it.2. Follow the i

4. The main DataViewer window appears. Use the Commands field to enter SIS commands and view the responses in the Responses field (see figure 95, bel

Sending commands using an RS-232 connection1. Use an RS-232 cable to connect a control PC or other RS-232 device to the RS-232 connector located on t

Sending commands using a USB connection1. Use a Mini-B USB cable to connect a control PC or other USB device to the front panel Config port of the SM

Using TelnetFollow the procedure below to run Telnet.NOTE: To activate and run Telnet in Microsoft® Windows® 7, select Start > Help and Support

DefinitionsAdvanced Audio Coding (AAC) — A standardized compression and encoding scheme for lossy (low quality) digital audio.Advanced Video Coding (

Simple Instruction Set (SIS™) ControlHost-to-SME100 CommunicationsSIS commands consist of one or more characters per field. No special characters are

Error ResponsesWhen the SME100 receives a valid SIS command, it executes the command and sends a response to the host device. If the SME100 is unabl

Symbol definitions]= CR/LF (carriage return/line feed)} or ¦=Carriage return (no line feed, hex 0D)• = Space*= Asterisk character (which is a command

X1(= Pan (default range depends on output resolution)X2)= Test Pattern 0 = Off (default) 1 = Color bars 2 = Pulse 3 = Timestamp 4 = Universal OSD

X3(= Aspect ratio settings1 = Fill (each input rate automatically fills the entire output raster; default)2 = Follow (each input rate is displayed wit

X6^= General information query (I commands) 1 = Model name Example: SME 100 HD or SME 100 SD 2 = Model description Example: Extron Elec

X6* = EDID resolution4 = Custom 1 (analog)5 = Custom 2 (analog)6 = Custom 3 (analog)7 = Custom 4 (digital)8 = Custom 5 (digital)9 = Custom 6 (

X11$= IP address: xxx.xxx.xxx.xxxLeading zeros are optional and are suppressed in returned values.Factory default IP address: 192.168.254.254Factory d

X13$= Daylight savings time0 = Off (ignore)1 = U.S.A.2 = Europe3 = BrazilX14!= Check passwordThe actual password is not shown.If a password is set, fo

Command and Response Table for SIS CommandsCommandASCII Command(host to unit)Response(unit to host)Additional DescriptionInput ConfigurationsInput sel

Hypertext Transfer Protocol over Secure Sockets Layer (HTTPS) — A networking protocol that allows web servers to transfer and display web content to u

CommandASCII Command(host to unit)Response(unit to host)Additional DescriptionAuto-imageEnableX!*1A Img X!*1 ]Turn on auto-image for input X!.DisableX

CommandASCII Command(host to unit)Response(unit to host)Additional DescriptionPixel phase (available only for RGB and YUVp input signals)Specify a val

CommandASCII Command(host to unit)Response(unit to host)Additional DescriptionPicture AdjustmentsVideo muteEnable blanking1B Vmt1 ]Blanks selected inp

CommandASCII Command(host to unit)Response(unit to host)Additional DescriptionVertical shiftSpecify a valueE X1^ VCTR }Vctr X!*X1^ ]Set vertical cente

CommandASCII Command(host to unit)Response(unit to host)Additional DescriptionOutput ConfigurationsEncoder profile typeSet encode profileE X8) EPRO }E

CommandASCII Command(host to unit)Response(unit to host)Additional DescriptionStream modeSet stream modeE X5@ SMOD }Smod X5@ ]Set the stream mode to X

CommandASCII Command(host to unit)Response(unit to host)Additional DescriptionPresetsUser presets (DVI, RGB, and YUV inputs only)Recall preset1*X2%. 1

CommandASCII Command(host to unit)Response(unit to host)Additional DescriptionEncoder presetsRecall preset3*X8#. 4RprX8# ]Recalls encode preset X8#.Sa

CommandASCII Command(host to unit)Response(unit to host)Additional DescriptionAudio bit rateSet audio bit rateE A X6$ BITR }Bitr A X6$ ]Set the audio

CommandASCII Command(host to unit)Response(unit to host)Additional DescriptionPort ConfigurationSerial data port (RS-232)Configure parametersE X10!*X1

Real-time Transport Protocol (RTP) — An Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) standard for streaming real-time multimedia over IP in packets.Router —

CommandASCII Command(host to unit)Response(unit to host)Additional DescriptionPort AssignmentNOTES: • Duplicate port# assignments are not permitted (

CommandASCII Command(host to unit)Response(unit to host)Additional DescriptionRTP port (streaming media port selection)Set RTP range port mapE R[start

CommandASCII Command(host to unit)Response(unit to host)Additional DescriptionList all open portsList all open portsE LSTP }TCP Listening ports on IPV

CommandASCII Command(host to unit)Response(unit to host)Additional DescriptionIP Setup CommandsSet unit nameE X11@ CN }Ipn • X11@ ]Set the name of the

CommandASCII Command(host to unit)Response(unit to host)Additional DescriptionSet DNS server IP addressE X11$ DI }Ipd • X11$ ]Set the DNS server IP a

CommandASCII Command(host to unit)Response(unit to host)Additional DescriptionSNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol)SNMP unit contactSet unit conta

CommandASCII Command(host to unit)Response(unit to host)Additional DescriptionUser, Password, and Security SettingsNOTES:• For the CA and CU commands

CommandASCII Command(host to unit)Response(unit to host)Additional DescriptionView one user sessionE[session#]XWHO } [Session#](tab) [user name](tab)

CommandASCII Command(host to unit)Response(unit to host)Additional DescriptionDirectory and File CommandsChange / create directoryE path/directory C

CommandASCII Command(host to unit)Response(unit to host)Additional DescriptionReset all device settings to factory defaultE ZXXX }Zpx ]Reset all setti

Trivial File Transfer Protocol (TFTP) — A file transfer protocol that is generally used to transfer configuration or boot files between devices in a l

CommandASCII Command(host to unit)Response(unit to host)Additional DescriptionInformation RequestGeneral informationI In X! •Typ X# •Avb X6^ •Cfr X6

CommandASCII Command(host to unit)Response(unit to host)Additional DescriptionOther CommandsFront panel lock (executive mode)Enable1X/x Exe1 ]Limited

Reference InformationThis section provides information about:• Part Numbers and Accessories• Streaming Playback Methods• Streaming Capabilities and

Streaming Playback MethodsStreams from the SME100 can be viewed using various playback methods. NOTE: The procedures presented in the following sect

Playing a Pull Stream Using VLC Media PlayerUse the following procedure to play and view an SME100 stream using the VLC media player.1. If you know

6. The VLC media player appears. From the Media menu, select Open Network Stream (see figure 105).Figure 105. VLC Media Player — Open a Network Stre

Push and Pull Stream Playback URLsTo verify a running stream, use the templates below to place the stream into the VLC "Open Network Stream"

2. From the left menu column, select Local Network, then select Network streams (SAP) (see figure 108).Figure 108. Select Local Network Streams3. V

Playing a Pull Stream Using QuickTime Media PlayerUse the following procedure to playback and view SME100 streams on the QuickTime player program.1.

6. The QuickTime media player appears. From the File menu, select Open URL (see figure 112).Figure 112. QuickTime Player Menu — Open URL7. The Ope

Panels and CablingThis section provides information on:• Front Panel Features• Rear Panel Features• Hardware Setup Overview• SME100 Power Up Proc

Streaming Capabilities and System ScalabilityThe following tables detail the streaming capabilities of the SME100. Data for the tables was obtained t

Available Multicast StreamsThe SME100 uses the IGMP multicast protocol to push or pull streams. The IGMP multicast protocol provides increased bandwi

IP AddressingWhat is an IP Address?A full explanation of IP addressing is beyond the scope of this user guide. However, the following information is e

Subnet MaskThe subnet mask is a 32-bit binary number used to "mask" certain bits of the IP address. and extends the number of network option

The table below shows an example of a valid class C addressing scheme.Device IP Address Subnet MaskDevice 1208.132.180.41 255.255.255.0Device 2208.132

Multicast IP Addressing for Multiple SME100 InstallationsWhen multiple SME100 devices are installed in a system (when the multicast address is used

SME100 Firmware UpdatesDetermining the Firmware VersionThe following methods are used to determine the version of firmware that the SME100 is runnin

3. Click on the Browse button and use the file browser to navigate to the location where the firmware file was saved. Select the file and click Open.

Browser ConfigurationThe SME100 supports a variety of web browsers. Most web browsers will work with the SME100 without requiring any configuration.

NOTES: • Setting the security slider to block all cookies prevents the SME100 web-based user interface from operating.• If a high security level i

e LCD display — This display shows the device settings and menu configuration information. For information on the LCD display, see the "SME100

5. Scroll down to the Scripting setting and under Active scripting, select Enable (see figure 118).Figure 118. Custom Level Security Options6. Cli

3. To enable JavaScript, click the Content tab and make sure that the Enable JavaScript check box is selected (see figure 120).Figure 120. Scripts

Media Player and Media Server Compatibility ChartsNOTES: • The Extron Streaming Media Player (SMP version 1.0) web browser plugin is recommended for

Player CompatibilityThe following table details compatibility between operating systems and media players.Operating SystemMicrosoft Windows XP Microso

Mounting the SME100This section provides information on installing the SME100 in a rack cabinet. Rack installation requires the use of the included

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e 15-pin HD buffered loop connector (optional) — Connect a video output device to the 15-pin HD buffered loop connector. This connector outputs the i

iiSafety InstructionsSafety Instructions • EnglishWARNING: This symbol, , when used on the product, is intended to alert the user of the presence of

j RS-232 connector (optional) — Connect a host computer or control system to the RS-232 connector. Use this port to send Simple Instruction Set (SIS™

Resetting the SME100 Using the Rear PanelThe Reset button on the rear panel of the SME100 is used to reset the SME100. To select different reset le

SME100 Reset Mode SummaryMode Activation Result Purpose and NotesFactory Firmware1 Hold in the recessed Reset button while applying power to the unit

Hardware Setup Overview1. Turn off and disconnect the SME100 and all existing devices.2. Mount the SME100, if necessary, as described in the “Moun

SME100 Power Up ProcedureNOTE: Before powering on the SME100, ensure that all necessary devices are powered on and connected properly.Apply power t

SME100 Network ConfigurationThis section provides information on:• Network Settings Configuration• SME100 IP Addressing for Multiple Installations

Protocols Used for StreamingThe following transport layer protocols are used for streaming.Pull PushUnicast Multicast Unicast MulticastRTP (RTP over U

Multiple SME100 Devices Using Multicast StreamingWhen there are more than one SME100 devices attempting to multicast, they must use unique multicast

Front Panel OperationThis section details how to operate and configure the SME100 using the front panel and the menus available on the LCD display.NO

Accessing the Menus on the LCD DisplayTo access the primary menus and submenus using the front panel, follow the procedure below while referring to fi

iiiFCC Class A NoticeThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part15 of the FCC

User PresetsNOTES: • For information on recalling and saving user presets using the web-based user interface, see the "Control Page" sectio

Encode PresetsEncode presets save or recall current settings for the encoder. The Encode Rcall and Encode Save menus shown in figure 16 on page 23 ar

Streaming PresetsNOTES: • For information on recalling and saving streaming presets using the web-based user interface, see the "Using Streamin

• Input #N (input video signal type) — This submenu is used to select a video signal type for the currently selected input. N represents the selected

The table on the next page details the resolutions and refresh rates that are available for EDID emulation and supported by the SME100.NOTES: • Ther

EDID Emulation TableResolution24 Hz 25 Hz 30 Hz 50 Hz 60 Hz 75 Hz640x480 X X800x600 X X852x480 X X*1024x768 X *X1280x768 X X1280x800 X X1280x1024

Available Input Video Signal TypesThe Input #N submenu is used to select a video signal type for the currently selected input. Each input supports dif

Picture Control MenuThe Picture Control menu is used to adjust the video image for the currently selected input. Figure 18 and the information that fo

• Color and Tint — This submenu is used to adjust the color and tint of the active video for the selected input.NOTES: • The color adjustment is onl

Encoder Config MenuThe Encoder Config menu is used to configure what is streamed (video and audio; video only) and how the stream is output. Figure 1

ivConventions Used in this GuideNotifications The following notifications are used in this guide:DANGER: A danger indicates a situation that will re

Supported Output ResolutionsVersion Resolution AspectHD / SD 166x120 4:3HD / SD 176x144 4:3HD / SD 320x240 4:3HD / SD 352x288 4:3HD / SD 480x320 3:2HD

Stream Config MenuThe Stream Config menu is used to configure how the SME100 streams to an output device. The SME100 operates in "push" or

Advanced Config MenuThe Advanced Config menu is used to configure various settings (auto memory, auto-image™, aspect ratio, OSD label), enable test p

• OSD Label — This submenu is used to set the amount of time that the on-screen label is shown on the output display. When an input is selected, the

About the Auto Memory SubmenuNOTE: For information on using the web-based user interface to enable or disable the auto memory feature, see the "

The Auto Image and Auto Memory submenus affect each other depending on whether they are enabled or disabled. Refer to the table below for more details

About the Auto Image SubmenuNOTES: • When the auto-image feature is enabled and a new input signal is detected, the SME100 first attempts to apply va

About the Aspect Ratio SubmenuNOTES: • For information on setting the aspect ratio using the web-based user interface, see the "Encoder Setting

NOTES:• The Color Bars test pattern is used to calibrate color settings on the output display and confirm that the system is properly wired.• The Pul

Comm Settings MenuView Comm SettingsThe View Comm Settings menu is used to view the current communication port settings. Figure 23 and the information

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3. Press and hold the Next button and the Input 3 button simultaneously for approximately three seconds. This changes the View Comm Settings menu to

Using the Front Panel Lock (Executive Mode)To prevent accidental changes to settings, enable the front panel lock (executive mode) on the SME100 by p

Web-based User Interface OperationThis section provides information about:• Overview of the Web-based User Interface• SME100 Media Players• Access

SME100 Media PlayersFor optimal performance of the SME100, Extron recommends two media players depending upon the firmware version. Firmware version

Live View PageThis is the first page seen after logging in. The page can also be accessed by clicking on the Live View tab (see figure 28). 12 3 4 5 6

2 3 45 6 7 89 10e Stream playback timer — This timer displays the amount of time the user has been streaming live media. Playing a live stream activa

Live View Page NotificationsThe following notifications may appear on the Live View page:• Starting a stream with the Play icon or Play button displa

Installing Media PlayersThe SME100 uses a media player plugin to view live streams using a web browser. The Extron SMP web browser plugin is recommen

Installing SMP From the SME100 For new SME100 devices, install SMP using the File Management page. 1. Open the web-based user interface of the SME

4. Then select the smp-1.0.0.2-win32.exe file (see figure 33). Figure 33. Select Windows, then SMP SoftwareThe SMP installation program launches.5.

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7. When the welcome dialog appears, click on Next to continue the installation (see figure 36).Figure 36. SMP Installer8. A License Agreement dial

9. It is recommended to accept the default folder location, but a different location can be entered or selected using the Browse button. to a new loc

Installing SMP from the WebsiteIf the SME100 firmware was manually upgraded, the SMP web plugin must be downloaded from the Extron website.Use the fo

Installing VLC Media Player Stored on the SME100 (FW 1.0 Only)When using firmware versions older than FW 2.0, VLC media player must be installed. SMP

3. A File Download window appears. Click Run to download and start the VLC media player installation (see figure 42).Figure 42. File Download Windo

6. The VLC media player installer welcome window appears. Click Next (see figure 45).Figure 45. VLC Media Player Installer Welcome Window7. The VLC

8. The VLC media player components window appears (see figure 47). Make sure the Full option is selected from the Select the type of install drop-dow

10. The VLC media player installation will require a few minutes to complete. When installation is complete, the window shown in figure 49 appears. M

Installing VLC Media Player Using the File Management PageThis is an alternate procedure that can be used to install VLC media player (version 1.1.10)

6. From the Windows directory, click on the VLC media player file to start the installation process (see figure 53).6vlc-1.1.10-win32.exeFigure 53.

IntroductionThis section gives an overview of the user guide and describes the SME100 and its features. Topics that are covered include:• About this

Displayed Video Image AdjustmentsThis section details how to adjust the image of the displayed video when viewed on a control PC or viewing device us

2. The VLC media player appears. While playing a SME100 stream (see the "Playing a Stream Using VLC Media Player" section on page 158), fr

Using QuickTime Media PlayerNOTES: • This procedure only affects the image of streamed video that is played back on QuickTime media player.• Image s

Status PageThe Status page is accessed by selecting the Status tab (see figure 57).192.168.254.254SME 100 HD / SD2.00Mon, 10 Oct 2012SME-100 HD/SD-05-

b IP Settings panel• Unit Name — This field displays the network name of the unit. This name can be changed on the System Settings page (see page 85

Configuration PageThe Configuration page contains eight additional links to pages that are used to configure the general settings of the SME100. The

c Filter by File Extension — Use this drop-down menu to view files that contain certain extensions. Only the files that contain the specified extensi

Browsing Directories and FilesUse the following guidelines to browse directories and files on the File Management page.• Click on a directory link to

Uploading FilesUse the following procedure to upload files to the SME100.NOTE: If the file uploaded to the SME100 is larger than the amount of avai

Managing Files Using FTPThe SME100 can act as an FTP file server. FTP provides an alternate method to accessing the backup files of the SME100. To m

Two versions of the SME100 are available.• SME100 HD (part number 60-1061-01)• SME100 SD (part number 60-1061-02)NOTE: Both versions have simila

Backup / Restore PageThe File Management tab also contains a backup and restore page, accessed by clicking on the Backup/Restore link on the left side

Backing Up the SME100 Using Backup AllIf a Backup All has never been done, or to do a routine backup of both the IP and Box configuration files:1. C

On the donor SME100 (device D):1. Complete the procedure "Backing Up the SME100 using Backup All" on the previous page. If Backup All has

Control PageThe Control page is accessed by selecting the Control tab (see figure 69).543167892Figure 69. Control PageThe Control page is used to con

b Player toolbar — The player toolbar provides the following live stream controls. 2a 2b 2c 2d 2e 2f 2g 2h 2iFigure 70. Live View Player To

M Window fullscreen button — This button is used to display the video at the full display resolution and size. NOTE: For information on displaying a

e Audio/Video Controls panel — Audio• Mute button — This button mutes the output audio of the selected input. This button does not stop the output a

g Input Sampling panelTo adjust the following picture adjustments, enter the desired value directly into the field or use the or icons to adjust

User and Input PresetsThere are two types of presets on this page.• User Presets — User presets are used when a shortcut is needed to quickly recall

Saving or recalling presets1. Select an input using the input selection buttons (see item c on page 79; Input Selection).2. Select a preset from the

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Web-based Configuration PageThe Configuration page contains eight additional pages that are used to configure the general settings of the SME100. Thi

System Settings PageThis is the first page that is seen after clicking on the Configuration tab. This page can also be accessed by clicking on the Sys

• Subnet Mask — This field is used to change the subnet mask address of the unit. Default subnet mask address is 255.255.0.0.• DNS — This field is u

c NTP Settings panelThe Network Time Protocol (NTP) is a is used for synchronizing the clocks of computer systems over networks.To enable NTP, click

Encoder Settings PageThe Encoder Settings page is accessed by clicking on the Encoder Settings link on the left sidebar of the Configuration page (see

b Video Input Configuration panel• Input — These drop-down menus are used to select a video signal type for each input. Each input supports differen

c Encoder Configuration panel• Resolution — This drop-down menu is used to set the resolution of the video being output (streamed) by the SME100. T

• GOP Length — This field is used to specify the number of secondary frames (predictive frames / P-frames) that are used between two primary frames (

• QoS (Differentiated Service) — Quality of Service allows specified network traffic to be guaranteed a certain level of priority. The QoS includes m

f Advanced Configuration panel• OSD Duration — This drop-down menu is used to set the amount of time (in seconds) that the on-screen label is shown