AMX MAX-AOM Setup Manual

Brand: AMX

Model: MAX-AOM

Type: Setup Manual

Setup Guide

MAX HT Systems

4-Zone System Setup

(HT-04, 4 MAX-AVPs, 1 MAX-AOM)

Document ID: 065-004-2980

Last Revised: 8/22/2006

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Table of Contents

MAX HT Four-Zone System Setup Guide

Table of Contents

Introduction - MAX HT System Setup .................................................................1

What You'll Need To Set up a Four-Zone MAX System.................................................... 1

1 HT Server (MAX-HT04 or MAX-HT12) ................................................................................. 1

4 MAX-AVP Audio/Video Players ............................................................................................ 2

MAX-AOM Audio-Only (USB) module ..................................................................................... 2

2 Ethernet Switches ................................................................................................................. 2

Six Ethernet cables ................................................................................................................. 3

Windows PC With WinMAX Software ..................................................................................... 3

VGA Monitor ............................................................................................................................ 3

PS/2 Keyboard ........................................................................................................................ 4

UPS (Uninterrupted Power Supply) ........................................................................................ 4

A/V Equipment ......................................................................................................................... 4

Before You Begin: Gather Required Network Information ................................................ 5

Step 1: Setting Up the HT-04 Server ..................................................................7

24-Charge/Initialization Period for HT Servers......................................................................... 8

Step 2: Setting Up The 2 Ethernet Switches ......................................................9

Overview ........................................................................................................................... 9

To Set Up The Two Ethernet Switches .................................................................................... 9

Step 3: Power Up The HT Server ......................................................................13

Working With the MAX Admin Menu ............................................................................... 13

Step 4: Adding 4 MAX-AVPs to the HT Server .................................................15

Step 5: Adding the MAX-AOM to the Server ...................................................19

Overview ......................................................................................................................... 19

Adding the AOM to Server Output #5, USB #1, AOM Audio Output #1................................. 21

Adding the AOM to Server Output #6, USB #1, AOM Audio Output #2................................. 23

Adding the AOM to Server Output #7, USB #1, AOM Audio Output #3................................. 25

Adding the AOM to Server Output #8, USB #1, AOM Audio Output #4................................. 27

Step 6: Setting the CONTROL IP Address For the Server ................................29

Overview ......................................................................................................................... 29

To Assign A Different IP Address To The Server............................................................ 29

Step 7: Connecting the MAX-AVPs ..................................................................31

Overview ......................................................................................................................... 31

Step 8: Connecting the MAX-AOM ..................................................................35

Overview ......................................................................................................................... 35

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Testing the MAX Setup ....................................................................................37

Overview ......................................................................................................................... 37

Testing the MAX-AVP ..................................................................................................... 37

Testing the AOM ............................................................................................................. 39

Shutting Down the MAX Server ...................................................................................... 41

Introduction - MAX HT System Setup

MAX HT Four-Zone System Setup Guide

Introduction - MAX HT System Setup

The purpose of this Installation Guide is to illustrate the basic steps involved in the initial setup of a four-

zone MAX Home Theater System.

While MAX Servers are capable of supporting many more MAX output devices, for the purposes of this

video, we will limit our system to a four-zone MAX system using an HT-04 server, four MAX-AVP

Audio/Video Players, and one MAX-AOM Audio-only USB module. Each MAX-AOM module is

capable of distributing audio to four zones.

Naturally, the details of each installation vary depending on the requirements of the customer and the

specifics of the installation site. The intent of this video is to show how the different pieces of hardware

in a MAX system connect and relate to each other. So, we wont get into rack-mounting and other

physical installation concepts here. Please refer to the Installation Guides that ship with the MAX

devices for details.

First, lets go over the hardware that will be involved in this installation.

What You'll Need To Set up a Four-Zone MAX System

1 HT Server (MAX-HT04 or MAX-HT12)

FIG. 1 MAX-HT04 Home Theater Server

The difference between the two HT servers is capacity - the steps for setting them up

are identical.

Introduction - MAX HT System Setup

MAX HT Four-Zone System Setup Guide

4 MAX-AVP Audio/Video Players

MAX-AOM Audio-Only (USB) module

2 Ethernet Switches

In our example we'll use a matching pair of ENET24PoE GB Ethernet Switches from AMX.

FIG. 2 MAX-AVP Audio/Video Player

FIG. 3 MAX-AOM Audio-Only (USB) module

Each AOM is capable of distributing up to four audio zones,

FIG. 4 NXA-ENET24PoE GB Ethernet switches

At least one of the switches must be a Gigabit Ethernet Switch.

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Six Ethernet cables

Windows PC With WinMAX Software

VGA Monitor

FIG. 5 Standard (CAT5) Ethernet cables

FIG. 6 Windows PC With WinMAX Software

FIG. 7 VGA Monitor

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PS/2 Keyboard

UPS (Uninterrupted Power Supply)

A/V Equipment

Display Devices and Audio Amplifiers or Audio Switches.

FIG. 8 PS/2 Keyboard

FIG. 9 UPS (Uninterrupted Power Supply)

Plug all MAX devices into a UPS.

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MAX HT Four-Zone System Setup Guide

Before You Begin: Gather Required Network Information

As an IP device, there is certain information regarding the network that will be required during the MAX

Server setup.

If you are not aware of the details of the network that the MAX server will be on, contact the network

administrator to gather this information before you begin.

During the installation process, you will need to provide the following information:

 IP address - By default, all MAX servers are assigned IP Address 192.168.1.30.

In many cases, this default address will work, but depending on the network

configuration at the installation site, it may need to be changed.

Ask the network administrator for an appropriate IP address assignment for the MAX

server.

 Netmask - The Netmask address is automatically derived from the IP address.

 Default Gateway - By default, MAX servers use a default Gateway address ending in ".254".

In most cases, this will need to be changed. Find out from your network administrator what

Gateway address would be appropriate to assign to the MAX server.

 Primary Nameserver - Again, ask the network administrator for the IP of the primary DNS

on the network.

FIG. 10 Display Devices and Audio Amplifiers or Audio Switches

Do not use DHCP with MAX servers.

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MAX HT Four-Zone System Setup Guide

Step 1: Setting Up the HT-04 Server

MAX HT Four-Zone System Setup Guide

Step 1: Setting Up the HT-04 Server

The first step is to unpack the HT-04 Server, and connect a VGA monitor and a PS/2 style keyboard to

the ports on the rear of the server.

Unpack the server. Be careful, these servers are heavy (about sixty pounds). Included in the box with the

server are a power cable, one DVD, one CD, and a Rack-Mounting Kit, plus Installation Guides for the

server and for the Rack-Rail Kit.

You'll need the monitor and keyboard to access the server's on-board Admin Menu to make initial

configurations and add the MAX-AVPs and the MAX-AOM. Since you can also use this type of direct

connection to the server for future configuration changes and diagnostics, consider leaving a PS/2

keyboard and VGA monitor at the installation site for this purpose, although its not necessary to leave

them connected to the server at all times.

Also, take this time to familiarize yourself with the rear panel connectors:

Before you continue, take a few minutes to inspect the HT server, to make sure that

all of the drives are seated properly. If any drives have become unseated during

shipping, gently push them in until they snap back into place.

FIG. 11 HT Servers - Rear Panel Connectors

Power

PS/2 keyboard

VGA

USB 1 port

A/V OUT

Master

ETHERNET CONTROL

(to Control Ethernet switch)

(to A/V GB Ethernet Switch)

Power

switch

cable

connector

Power ON/OFF toggle switch

It is strongly recommended that you use a UPS with the MAX-HT server, AVP,

modules, and Ethernet switches.

Step 1: Setting Up the HT-04 Server

MAX HT Four-Zone System Setup Guide

1. Connect the VGA monitor to the blue 15-pin VGA port and apply power to the monitor.

2. Connect the PS/2 Keyboard to the purple keyboard port

3. Connect the HT server's power cable to the Power plug on the server, and plug it into an outlet on

the UPS. Verify that the UPS is powered up before making this connection.

24-Charge/Initialization Period for HT Servers

IMPORTANT! MAX-HT Servers require a 24-hour initialization period. This simply entails powering

up the server and letting it charge and iniate for 24 hours before use. Failure to allow this initialization

to complete may cause performance problems during media playback.

FIG. 12 HT04 Server with VGA Keyboard and UPS

Step 2: Setting Up The 2 Ethernet Switches

MAX HT Four-Zone System Setup Guide

Step 2: Setting Up The 2 Ethernet Switches

Overview

There are two Ethernet connectors on the HT Server, labeled "ETHERNET CONTROL" and one labeled

"A/V OUT" (FIG. 13).

The ETHERNET CONTROL port is used for control communications and internet access, and the A/V

OUT port is used for media distribution.

While it is critical that the A/V segment is on a Gigabit switch, the CONTROL segment does not require

a gigabit switch.

It is critical that these two connections are kept on separate, switched network segments.

The easiest way to set up and maintain two separate switched segments is to use two separate Ethernet

switches. In our example, we'll use a matching pair of NXA-ENET24PoE Gigabit switches.

To Set Up The Two Ethernet Switches

Connect both Ethernet Switches to the UPS, and apply power (FIG. 14).

FIG. 13 Ethernet Connectors On the HT Server

FIG. 14 Connect both Ethernet Switches to the UPS

Step 2: Setting Up The 2 Ethernet Switches

MAX HT Four-Zone System Setup Guide

2. At this point, decide which of the Ethernet Switches will be used for the CONTROL segment, and

which one will be used as the A/V segment. For clarity moving forward, you may consider labeling

each one. Again, the switch used for the A/V Segment must be a Gigabit Ethernet switch.

3. Use a CAT5 Ethernet cable to connect any available port on the CONTROL Switch to the Internet

(FIG. 15).

4. Use a CAT5 Ethernet cable to connect any available port on the CONTROL Switch to the

"ETHERNET CONTROL" port on the HT Server (FIG. 16).

FIG. 15 Connect Any Available Port On The CONTROL Switch To The Internet

FIG. 16 Connect Any Available Port On The CONTROL Switch To The "ETHERNET CONTROL" Port On The HT Server

Step 2: Setting Up The 2 Ethernet Switches

MAX HT Four-Zone System Setup Guide

5. Use a CAT5 Ethernet cable to connect port 25 or 26 on the A/V Switch to the "A/V OUT" port on

the HT Server (FIG. 17).

We'll use the other open ports on the A/V Switch to connect the MAX-AVPs.

FIG. 17 Connect Port 25 Or 26 On The A/V Switch To The "A/V OUT" Port On The HT Server

Step 2: Setting Up The 2 Ethernet Switches

MAX HT Four-Zone System Setup Guide

Step 3: Power Up The HT Server

MAX HT Four-Zone System Setup Guide

Step 3: Power Up The HT Server

1. Flip the Master Power switch (located to the direct left of the Power Cable Connector) to the On

position.

2. Push the Power On/Off toggle switch to apply power.

3. Allow up to one minute for the server to boot-up.

 While the server boots up, you should see the LEDs on the four drives on the front panel of the

HT server light up.

 Also, you should be able to see the bootup sequence scrolling on the VGA monitor.

 When the port status LEDs on the CONTROL switch light to show activity on the ports that

the HT server is connected to, the Server and Switch should be ready.

Once the server has booted up, the MAX Admin Menu should appear on the monitor.

Working With the MAX Admin Menu

The MAX Admin Menu allows access to various administrative functions for the MAX server. For our

purposes, we will use options in the Admin Menu to add the four MAX-AVPs and the AOM to the

server.

These devices must be added to the server via Admin Menu before they can be physically connected to

the server.

You'll Use the PS/2 Keyboard to navigate and make selections in the Admin Menu.

FIG. 18 MAX Admin Menu

Step 3: Power Up The HT Server

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