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MATRIX SWITCHER

2-346-506-11 (1)

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 1998 by Sony Sound Tec Corporation

Features

PVS-1240S is the matrix switcher that has twelve inputs and
four outputs.

A/V 12-Input 4-Output Full-Matrix Functions

Composite-video-signal and audio (stereo) consists of 1 to

12 channels for input and 1 to 4 channels for output. For
S-video (Y/C) is available in 1 to 4 for both input and
output channels. Signals from any input channel can be
routed to any, some or all of the output channels.

Memory Functions

Settings made using the Crosspoint buttons can be stored in
nonvolatile memory and retrieved as required.

Remote and RS-232C Ports

The REMOTE parallel port allows you make settings from
an external location the same as with the Crosspoint
buttons. The RS-232C port is provided to control the PVS-
1240S from the SRP-C5000 system controller or a PC.

Reference Signals

This unit equips a reference video terminal for synchronized
switching without momentary deterioration of picture
quality.

LOCK Switch

Use this switch to prevent against inadvertent operation.

Operating Instructions

Thank you for purchasing this Sony product. Please be sure
to read this manual before using this product. After reading,
keep the manual in a safe place for future reference.

Table of Contents

Warning ....................................................................................... 2
Precautions .................................................................................. 3
Dimensions .................................................................................. 4
Block diagram ............................................................................. 4
Location and functions of parts ................................................ 5
Using the memory functions .................................................... 7
REMOTE parallel input port ................................................... 10
RS-232C port .............................................................................. 11
Troubleshooting guide ............................................................. 12
Specifications ............................................................................. 13

PVS-1240S

Printed in Japan

Summary of Contents for PVS-1240S

Page 1: ...llows you make settings from an external location the same as with the Crosspoint buttons The RS 232C port is provided to control the PVS 1240S from the SRP C5000 system controller or a PC Reference Signals This unit equips a reference video terminal for synchronized switching without momentary deterioration of picture quality LOCK Switch Use this switch to prevent against inadvertent operation Op...

Page 2: ...egen of vocht om gevaar van brand of een elektrische schok te voorkomen Open niet de behuizing om gevaar van elektrische shokken te vermijden Laat reparatiles aan de erkende vakhandel over Svenska VARNING Utsätt inte apparaten för regn och fukt för att undvika riskerna för brand och eller elektriska stötar Öppna inte höljet Det kan resultera i risk för elektriska stötar Överlåt allt reparations oc...

Page 3: ...the packing material It makes an ideal container to transport the unit in When shipping the unit for repair work or to another location repack it as it was If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit please contact your nearest Sony dealer Precautions This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be...

Page 4: ... OUTPUT 1 CONTROL V SYNC RS 232C REMOTE VIDEO REFERENCE INPUT LOCK ON OFF ON STANDBY OUTPUT 1 L R AUDIO PHONO 10dBu VIDEO S VIDEO INPUT 2 SAME AS INPUT 1 INPUT 3 SAME AS INPUT 1 INPUT 4 SAME AS INPUT 1 INPUT 6 SAME AS INPUT 5 INPUT 5 INPUT 7 SAME AS INPUT 5 INPUT 8 SAME AS INPUT 5 INPUT 9 SAME AS INPUT 5 L R AUDIO PHONO 10dBu VIDEO INPUT 1 L R AUDIO PHONO 10dBu VIDEO S VIDEO INPUT 10 SAME AS INPUT...

Page 5: ... SEPARATE function is used from the control signal via the RS 232C port The indicator goes OFF only when the Crosspoint buttons on the front panel are pressed and there is no AV SEPARATE status displayed The A V SEPARATE function can be used only via the RS 232C interface For further details see page 11 7 LOCK Switch Setting the LOCK switch to ON disables operation of the buttons on the front pane...

Page 6: ...e output level is 10 dBu 9 AUDIO OUTPUT Jacks Output audio signals The reference output level is 10 dBu 0 VOLTAGE SELECTOR Set the VOLTAGE SELECTOR to the position of your local power line voltage before connecting the AC power cord to wall outlet If the plug of AC power cord does not fit the outlet use the supplied plug adaptor IN THRU OUT REMOTE PARALLEL IN 2 RS 232C VOLTAGE SELECTOR 120V 230V P...

Page 7: ...g Existing Settings in Memory After step 2 of the basic operation press the NUMBER button to display the desired MEMORY NUMBER Press the ENTER button to finalize overwriting memory Press and hold down the NUMBER or button to fast forward reverse the MEMORY NUMBERs To Cancel Storage After step 2 of the basic operation press the STORE button again to cancel storage of settings If no button is presse...

Page 8: ...est MEMORY NUMBER will appear in the MEMORY NUMBER display and the corresponding Crosspoint buttons will blink If the MEMORY NUMBER display was off before pressing the RECALL button 01 will be called and the corresponding Crosspoint buttons will blink 2 Press the NUMBER button to display the desired MEMORY NUMBER At this time blinking of the Crosspoint buttons moves This is because the system disp...

Page 9: ...latest settings can be restored Use this function if this unit was unintentionally set to Standby mode from power ON or if the POWER switch was set to OFF by mistake The previous settings will be restored when this unit is switched ON next time This function is permanently active due to the nonvolatile memory All indicators are off Input channel 1 is selected for all output channels NOTE Individua...

Page 10: ...ia the REMOTE port The OFF buttons cannot be operated via the REMOTE port Pin Assignment of the PVS 1240S Switch GND INPUT 9 12 DC5V DC5V PARALLEL IN1 PARALLEL IN2 Pressing the button again allows you to change the first channel pressed if it is of the same input or output channel group Operation When setting the Crosspoint buttons via the REMOTE port it is necessary to contact the switches of res...

Page 11: ...eady NOTE You can format the same preceeding data as PVS 880S and the PVS 1680S However do not set more than twelve inputs and four outputs for the Crosspoint buttons to prevent damage to the hardware The PVS 1240S can be controlled from equipment with the RS 232C port such as the SRP C5000 system controller or from a personal computer via its RS 232C port Data Format Data format is set as follows...

Page 12: ...er or computer Troubleshooting Guide Power cannot be turned ON No video audio is output although the pilot lamp is on The system does not work when buttons other than the POWER and or the ON STANDBY switches are pressed Remote operation does not work Communication via the RS 232C port cannot be made Momentary deterioration of picture quality when switching signals The power cable may be disconnect...

Page 13: ... Input pulse width requirement More than 100 msec RS 232C Port Terminal type 25 pin D SUB with inch screws Electrical characteristics Complying with the RS 232C Baud rate 9600 bps General Power requirement 120 V 230 V 50 Hz 60 Hz Power consumption 18 W Operating temperature 0 to 40 C Storage temperature 20 to 60 C Mass 10 kg Dimensions 482 W x 176 H x 350 D mm excluding protruding parts Accessory ...

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