AMX PDXL-2 Dual Power Over DXLink Controller User Guide
- June 13, 2024
- AMX
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AMX PDXL-2 Dual Power Over DXLink Controller
Product Information
The PDXL-2 (FG1090-170) is a Power over DXLink injector that enables remote powering of any two DXLink devices. It simplifies installation by allowing the DXLink Transmitters and Receivers to be placed anywhere, even in locations without AC power outlets. By installing a PDXL-2 within the 100-meter path, power can be provided to the devices. The PDXL-2 injects power through the twisted pair cable to provide power for DXLink devices. It also accepts I/O control from a NetLinx controller, allowing power-down capabilities for either or both of the connected DXLink devices to achieve power savings when not in use.
Specifications
PDXL-2 Specifications
Active Power Requirements:
Power Connector| (1) 100-240V, 50/60 Hz, 1.6A
Power Capabilities| • Maximum Current Draw: 1.0A
• Typical Current Draw: 0.35A
Note: Power consumption depends on the device connected to the DXLink port.
Environmental:
Temperature (Operating)| 32° to 104° F (0° to 40° C)
Temperature (Storage)| –4º to 158ºF (–20º to 70ºC)
Humidity (Operating)| 90%, Non-condensing (maximum)
Humidity (Storage)| 95%, Non-condensing (maximum)
Operating Altitude| –1000 to 10,000 ft. (–304.8 to 3048 m)
DXLink:
DXLink ports| (2) sets of 2 RJ-45 DXLink connectors
Transport Layer Throughput| 10.2 Gbps pass thru
Power over DXLink Output (per output)| • Pin Assignment & Polarity 4/5 (+),
7/8 (-)
• Output Power Voltage 55 VDC
• Output Power 30 Watts (guaranteed)
• Output Current 0.6 A (maximum)
Indicators:
AC Power Indicator| 2 LED (1 for each DXLink Powered Output)
• Yellow (On): power is on and active
• Green (On): A remote terminal is connected
Channel Power Indicator| (1) LED green
General:
Dimensions (HWD)| 1 7/16” x 7” x 6 13/16” (3.63cm x 17.78cm x 17.24cm)
Weight| 2.25 lbs (1.02 kg)
Front Components| • AC Power Indicator
• Channel Power Indicator
• DXLink ports
Back Components| • (4) 3.5 mm (female) captive-wire connectors. 1 each for:
* Ground
* Relay port 1 (to be fed from I/O connection)
* Relay port 2 (to be fed from an I/O connection)
- +12V power feed
• (1) Power connector
Mounting Options| • Rack: MPA-VRK Rack Mounting Tray ( FG5968-30 )
• Surface: AVB-VSTYLE-SURFACE-MNT Surface Mount Brackets ( FG1010-722 )
• Pole: AVB-VSTYLE-POLE-MNT Single Module Pole Mounting Kit ( FG1010-723 )
PDXL-2 Specifications (Cont.)
Compatible AMX Products| • DXLink HDMI Transmitter Module
• DXLink Multi-Format Transmitter Module
• DXLink Multi-Format Decor Style Wallplate Transmitters (US)
• DXLink Multi-Format Wallplate Transmitters
• DXLink HDMI Receiver Module
• DXLink 4K HDMI Decor Style Wallplate TX
• DXLink 4K HDMI RX
Twisted Pair Cable Type*| • Shielded Cat6A minimum for 4K signal support.
• Shielded Cat6 minimum for 1080p and below.
For more details and helpful cabling information, reference the white paper titled “Cabling for Success with DXLink” available at www.amx.comor contact your AMX representative.
Twisted Pair Cable Length*| • Up to 262 ft. (80 m) for full 4K signal support.
• Up to 328 ft. (100 m) for 1080p and below.
Important: DXLink twisted pair cable runs for DXLink equipment should only be run within a common building.
Certifications| • FCC Part 15 Class A
• CE EN 55022 Class A
• C-Tick CISPR 22 Class A
• UL 60950-1
| • CE EN 55024
• CE EN 60950-1
• IEC 60950-1
Mounting Options
The PDXL-2 can be mounted on a flat surface using AVB-VSTYLE-SURFACE-MNT Surface Mount Brackets (FG1010-722). For pole mount installation, refer to the Module Options for V Styles Modules Quick Start Guide for mounting instructions.
Product Usage Instructions
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1. Connect the PDXL-2 to an AC outlet (100-240VAC) using an appropriate power cord. - Connect the DATA & POWER port to a DXLink Transmitter, Receiver, or Wallplate using the appropriate twisted pair cable.
- Use an additional twisted pair cable to connect the DATA port to a separate DXLink Transmitter, Receiver, or Wallplate.
Note: If connecting both DATA & POWER ports to separate devices, use the provided twisted pair cable to connect the two DATA ports together. Connecting the DATA ports is not necessary if you are only connecting one DATA & POWER port to another device.
IMPORTANT: The minimum length from TX to PDXL-2 is 12ft (3.6m). The minimum length from RX to PDXL-2 is 6ft (1.8m). eg. TX -> 12ft(min) -> PDXL-2(with 12inch data cable) -> 6ft(min) -> RX
- (Optional) Connect the PDXL-2 to the I/O port on your Master to power off connected devices. Refer to the manual for details on powering off connected devices.
- FIG. 2 displays an example configuration when using only one DATA & POWER port to power a device. In this example, the RX is powered by the PDXL-2 while the TX is powered by a local power supply, so a power line to the TX is not needed.
Overview
The PDXL-2 (FG1090-170) is a Power over DXLink injector that allows for remote
powering of any two DXLink devices. The device simplifies installation by
allowing the DXLink Transmitters and Receivers to be placed anywhere even
where there are no AC power outlets—simply install a PDXL-2 in any convenient
place within the 100-meter path to provide power.
The PDXL-2 provides power for DXLink devices by “injecting” power through the
twisted pair cable. The PDXL-2 also accepts I/O control from a NetLinx
controller allowing power-down capabilities to either (or both) of the
connected DXLink devices to achieve power savings when the devices are not in
use.
FIG. 1 PDXL-2 DUAL POWER OVER DXLINK CONTROLLER
Specif ications
The following table lists the specifications for the PDXL-2:
PDXL-2 Specifications (Cont.)
Cable runs with a minimum specification of ANSI/TIE/EIA 568A-5 and ratings
of 250 MHz or better (for HD content) and 500 MHz or better (for UHD content)
may be used with DXLink equipment. However, cable run topology and
environmental influences can affect the overall successful distance
capabilities of these runs. For successful deployments up to 100 meters (for
HD content) and 80 meters (for UHD content) without consideration of outside
variables, AMX requires the use of shielded Cat6 category cable (for HD
content) and shielded Cat6A category cable (for UHD content) for DXLink runs.
For more details and helpful cabling information, please contact your AMX
representative for a copy of the white paper titled “Cabling for Success with
DXLink”.
Important Safety Information
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The PDXL-2 should be connected to DXLink devices only. Outside network connections are not supported.
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Only qualified personnel can install or remove the PDXL-2.
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AC Power Cord Set:
- The power cord must have regulatory agency approval for the specific country in which it is used (for example, UL, CSA, VDE, etc……)
- The power cord must be a three-conductor type (two current-carrying conductors and one ground conductor) terminated on one end by an IEC 60320 appliance coupler (for connection to the PDXL-2), and on the other end by a plug containing a ground (earthing) contact.
- The power cord must be rated for a minimum of 250 VAC RMS operation, with a minimum rated current capacity of 5 amps or a minimum wire gauge of 18 AWG
(0.75 mm2).
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A PDXL-2 installed in Australia requires power cords with a minimum wire gauge of 16 AWG (1.0 mm2).
The PDXL-2 DATA and DATA & POWER ports are shielded RJ45 data sockets. They CANNOT be used as Plain Old Telephone Service (POTS) telephone sockets. Only RJ45 data connectors may be connected to these sockets. -
The AC wall socket outlet must be near the PDXL-2 and easily accessible. You can remove AC power from the PDXL-2 by disconnecting the AC power cord from either the wall socket outlet or the PDXL-2 appliance coupler.
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The PDXL-2 “DATA” and “DATA & POWER” interfaces are qualified as Safety Extra-Low Voltage (SELV) circuits according to IEC 60950-1. These interfaces may only be connected to SELV interfaces on other equipment.
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AMX only supports the use of our Enova DGX, Enova DVX, DXLink, or Power over DXLink solutions as the use of any other power supplies or non-compatible standard PoE solutions may potentially damage the DXLink equipment.
WARNINGS
- The PDXL-2 should only be connected to devices compatible with this product. Using the PDXL-2 with incompatible devices may cause damage to the device.
- Read the installation instructions before connecting the PDXL-2 to its power source.
- Follow basic electricity safety measures before connecting the PDXL-2 to its power source.
- A voltage mismatch can cause equipment damage and may pose a fire hazard. If the voltage indicated on the label is different from the power outlet voltage, do not connect the PDXL-2 to this power outlet.
Mounting the Device
The PDXL-2 may be mounted on a flat surface using AVB-VSTYLE-SURFACE-MNT
Surface Mount Brackets (FG1010-722) to mount the device. See the Module
Options for V Styles Modules Quick Start Guide for mounting instructions.
- Use MPA-VRK Rack Mount Brackets (FG5968-30) for rack mount installation.
- Use the AVB-VSTYLE-POLE-MNT Single Module Pole Mounting Kit (FG1010-723) for a pole mount installation.
Preliminary Steps
Before placing the PDXL-2:
- Ensure that AC power is applied to the PDXL-2, using an operational ground connection.
- Connect the incoming DXLink twisted pair connection to the Data port and connect the twisted pair connection for the DXLink device to be powered to the Power port.
- Do not cover the device or block the airflow to the device with any foreign objects. Keep the PDXL-2 away from excessive heat and humidity and free from vibration and dust.
- Ensure that the cable length from the originating DXLink source to the final DXLink destination does not exceed 328 feet (100 meters).
- The device is not a repeater and does not amplify the DXLink data signal.
- The PDXL-2 does not have a power switch. Simply plug the device into an AC power source.
Installing the PDXL-2
Perform the following steps to install the PDXL-2:
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Connect the PDXL-2 to an AC outlet (100-240VAC) using an appropriate power cord.
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Connect the DATA & POWER port to a DXLink Transmitter, Receiver, or Wallplate via the appropriate twisted pair cable.
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Use an additional twisted pair cable to connect the DATA port to a separate DXLink Transmitter, Receiver, or Wallplate.
Note: If connecting both DATA & POWER ports to separate devices, use the provided twisted pair cable to connect the two DATA ports together. Connecting the DATA ports is not necessary if you are only connecting one DATA & POWER port to another device.
IMPORTANT: The minimum length from TX to PDXL-2 is 12ft (3.6m). The minimum length from RX to PDXL-2 is 6ft (1.8m). eg. TX -> 12ft(min) -> PDXL-2(with 12inch data cable) -> 6ft(min) -> RX -
(Optional) Connect the PDXL-2 to the I/O port on your Master so you can power off connected devices. See Powering Off Connected Devices for details. FIG. 2 displays an example configuration when using only one DATA & POWER port to power a device. In this example, the RX is powered by the PDXL-2 while the TX is powered by a local power supply, so a power line to the TX is not needed.
FIG. 3 displays an example configuration when using both DATA & POWER ports to power two separate devices:
Pin Connections
FIG. 4 describes the PDXL-2 pin-out connections for the IN and OUT Ports on the front panel of the device:
Relay Port Wiring
Connecting the PDXL-2 to the I/O port on your Master enables you to power off
devices connected to the PDXL-2.
FIG. 5 displays the relay port on the rear panel of the PDXL-2
Powering Off Connected Devices
The relay port on the PDXL-2 is set to ON by default. The following diagram
(FIG. 6) illustrates how the Relay Port on the PDXL-2 connects to an I/O port
on a NetLinx Master Controller: Note that the +12V Power pin on the PDXL-2 is
a power input (unlike the relay connectors on many other AMX products). In
this case, the +12V Power (output) pin on a NetLinx I/O Port connects directly
to the +12V pin on the PDXL-2 Relay Port.
- The RELAY PORT 1 and RELAY PORT 2 pins on the PDXL-2 connect to the pins on the NetLinx I/O port associated with the devices that will be powered off.
- Also, note that a GND-to-GND connection between these connectors is not necessary.
- To turn off the power on a DXLink port, you must connect the relay port to an I/O port on a Master and set the corresponding I/O channel on the Master to ON.
- For example, to turn off the power on DXLink port 1 (assuming the connection shown in FIG. 6): ON [dvIO,1]
- To turn on Power to DXLink port 1: OFF [dvIO,1] Consult the NetLinx Integrated Controllers WebConsole & Programming Guide for more information on channels and commands.
Note that the +12V Power pin on the PDXL-2 is a power input (unlike the relay connectors on many other AMX products). In this case, the +12V Power (output) pin on a NetLinx I/O Port connects directly to the +12V pin on the PDXL-2 Relay Port.
- The RELAY PORT 1 and RELAY PORT 2 pins on the PDXL-2 connect to the pins on the NetLinx I/O port associated with the devices that will be powered off.
- Also, note that a GND-to-GND connection between these connectors is not necessary.
To turn off the power on a DXLink port, you must connect the relay port to an I/O port on a Master and set the corresponding I/O channel on the Master to ON. For example, to turn off the power on DXLink port 1 (assuming the connection shown in FIG. 6): ON [dvIO,1] To turn on Power to DXLink port 1: OFF [dvIO,1] Consult the NetLinx Integrated Controllers WebConsole & Programming Guide for more information on channels and commands.
References
- AMX Audio Video Control Systems | English (US)
- AMX Audio Video Control Systems | English (US)
- Warranty Policy | AMX Audio Video Control Systems | English (US)
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