AdderView DDX CAM Manual

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Switch (DDX10) connections: Computer links
The host computer links are made to the sockets on the rear panel of the DDX switch.  
To connect a computer link
1 Connect a shielded (S/FTP or S/STP) CAT6a 
or CAT7 cable (10m maximum) from the 
remote DDX-CAM computer module to a 
vacant RJ-45 socket (sockets 1 to 8, by default) 
on the rear panel of the DDX10 switch.
Shielded CAT6a or CAT7 link from a remote DDX-CAM computer module
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COMPUTERS /
These are NOT Ethernet/network  
ports and must NEVER be connected 
to any networking equipment.
Switch (DDX10) connections: User console links
The user console links are made via the sockets on the rear panel of the DDX switch.   
Shielded CAT6a or CAT7 link from a remote DDX-USR module
These are NOT 
Ethernet/network 
ports and must NEVER 
be connected to any 
networking equipment.
Reallocating ports
By default the DDX10 switch provides 8 computer ports and 2 user ports along 
its rear panel. If necessary, these standard arrangements can be changed. See 
Reallocating ports.
Switch (DDX30) connections: Computer links
The host computer links are made to the sockets on the rear panel of the DDX switch.  
To connect a computer link
1 Connect a shielded (S/FTP or S/STP) CAT6a 
or CAT7 cable (10m maximum) from the 
remote DDX-CAM computer module to a 
vacant RJ-45 socket on the rear panel of the 
DDX30 switch.
Shielded CAT6a or CAT7 link from a remote DDX-CAM computer module
These are NOT Ethernet/network  
ports and must NEVER be connected 
to any networking equipment.
Switch (DDX30) connections: User console links
The user console links are made via the sockets at the front of the DDX switch.   
To connect a user console link
1 Connect a shielded (S/FTP or S/STP) 
CAT6a or CAT7 cable (50m 
maximum) from the remote 
DDX-USR module to a 
vacant RJ-45 socket 
on the front 
panel of the 
DDX30 
switch.
Shielded CAT6a or CAT7 link from a remote DDX-USR module
These are NOT 
Ethernet/network 
ports and must NEVER 
be connected to any 
networking equipment.
Reallocating ports
By default the DDX30 switch provides 20 computer ports along its rear panel and 
10 user ports along its front panel. If necessary, these standard arrangements can be 
changed. See Reallocating ports.
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SERSTo connect a user console link
1 Connect a shielded (S/FTP or S/STP) 
CAT6a or CAT7 cable (50m maximum) 
from the remote DDX-USR module to a 
vacant RJ-45 socket (sockets 9 and 10, by 
default) on the rear panel of the DDX10 
switch.
IMPORTANT: Always ensure 
you are using shielded cables.
IMPORTANT: Always ensure 
you are using shielded cables.
IMPORTANT: Always ensure 
you are using shielded cables.
IMPORTANT: Always ensure 
you are using shielded cables.   
						

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Switch connections: Network link
All system configuration is carried out via an Ethernet link, allowing adjustments to be 
made by authorized admin users located next to the DDX unit, or anywhere. The auto-
sensing network port can determine between 10, 100Mbps or 1Gbps links and can also 
adjust to straight or cross-over cables.  
To connect a network link
1 Connect the CATx cable from an Ethernet switch or from 
a local computer.  
From a network switch or nearby computer 
Switch connections: Options port
The options port is reserved for future use.   
						

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Switch connections: Pow e r
Each DDX switch is supplied with a single power adapter but offers the facility to use 
a second input in order to provide operational redundancy. The DDX unit can operate 
perfectly well from a single power adapter operating alone. When two adapters are 
connected, the unit will spread its load between them; should one power input fail, 100% 
of the load will be transferred to the other power adapter without a break in operation. 
Remote checking of the power inputs is possible at any time via the browser interface - 
see Maintenance > Diagnostics for details.   
There is no on/off switch on the DDX unit, so operation begins as soon as power is 
applied at either port.  
To connect the power adapter
1 Attach the output plug of the supplied power adapter to 
either power input socket on the left side of the rear panel.
2 Connect the IEC connector of the supplied country-specific power cord to the socket 
of the power adapter.
3 Connect the power cord to a nearby main supply socket.
4 Where power redundancy is required, repeat steps 1 to 3 for a second power adapter. 
To  disconnect the power adapter
1 Isolate the power adapter from the 
mains supply.
 
Note: If you are replacing one of dual 
power adapters during operation, it is 
not necessary to also remove power 
from the other adapter. 
2 Grasp the outer body of the power 
adapter plug where it connects with 
the module.
3 Gently pull the body of the outer 
plug away from the module. As the 
body of the plug slides back, it will 
release from the socket and you can 
fully withdraw the whole plug. 
IMPORTANT: Please read and adhere to the electrical safety information 
given within the Safety information section of this guide. In particular, do not 
use an unearthed power socket or extension cable.
Note: Both the modules and the power supplies generate heat when in operation and will 
become warm to the touch. Do not enclose them or place them in locations where air cannot 
circulate to cool the equipment. Do not operate the equipment in ambient temperatures 
exceeding 40 degrees Centigrade. Do not place the products in contact with equipment whose 
surface temperature exceeds 40 degrees Centigrade. 
From the  power adapter
Gently pull back the plug outer body to release the lock    
						

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Console connections: Video
A Single Link DVI-D port is provided on the rear panel of the user module. 
The DDX-USR module supports one video display with pixel clocks up to 165MHz 
(equivalent to a maximum resolution of 1920 x 1200 at 60Hz - aka ‘WUXGA’).
If a second display is required to support a dual video installation, use another DDX-
USR module to drive the second display, and combine the two user modules into a single 
Console within the DDX Matrix configuration application - See Configure > Computers. 
To connect the video display
1 Connect the DVI-D video cable from your video 
display to the video output port on the rear panel 
of the user module. 
From your video display
Console connections: USB
The DDX-USR module contains a USB hub that can support up to four v1.1 or v2.0 USB 
devices (in any combination). All four USB sockets, two on the front panel and two on 
the rear, are identical in operation.
Note: In multi-head installations, the USB devices must be attached only to the DDX-USR 
module that drives the main display.  
To connect USB devices
1 Connect your USB keyboard and mouse to any of 
the four sockets distributed on the front and rear 
panels of the user module.
 
 
From USB keyboard and mouse
From USB keyboard and mouse
Rear panel
Front panel
DDX-USR module switches
The two switches on the DDX-USR module are reserved for future use and must both 
remain in the OFF position.
EDID management
The DDX switch provides a number of fixed EDID (Extended Display Identification 
Data) profiles that will suit a large number of video display configurations. If additional 
EDID definitions are required for your installation, you can clone new definitions from 
connected video displays and add these to the list of available definitions.
For details about cloning EDIDs from displays, see Add EDID.
For details about applying an EDID to a particular computer, see Configure > Computers 
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Console connections: Audio
The DDX-USR module supports stereo speakers, headphones and also a microphone 
port. All audio devices are presented at the linked host computer as USB audio devices. 
Note: In multi-head installations, the audio devices must be attached only to the DDX-USR 
module that drives the main display.
To connect your speakers
1 Connect your speakers to the audio line out socket on 
the user module rear panel.
From your speakers
Console connections: Data link
Each DDX-USR module is linked via shielded (S/FTP or S/STP) CAT6a or CAT7 cable 
either to a central DDX switch module or directly to a DDX-CAM module (for a single 
system installation) - do not exceed 50 metres (164 feet).   
To link the DDX-USR module
1 Connect a shielded (S/FTP or S/STP) CAT6a or CAT7 cable to the LINK socket on 
the rear panel of the DDX-USR module. Connect the other end of the cable to either a 
DDX switch or directly to a DDX-CAM computer module.
Shielded CAT6a or CAT7 link from DDX switch or DDX-CAM 
This is NOT an Ethernet/network 
port and must NEVER be connected 
to any networking equipment.
To connect your headphones/microphone
1 Connect your headphones to the socket labeled  on the user module front panel.
2 Connect your microphone to the socket labeled  on the user module front panel.
From your microphone
From your headphones
Console connections: Options port
The options port is reserved for future use.
IMPORTANT: Always ensure 
you are using shielded cables.   
						

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Console connections: Pow e r
There is no on/off switch on the DDX-USR module, so operation begins as soon 
as power is applied. The supplied power adapter uses a locking-type plug to help 
prevent accidental disconnections; please follow the instructions given right whenever 
disconnecting a power adapter. 
To connect the power adapter
1 Attach the output plug of the supplied power adapter to 
the power input socket on the rear panel of the DDX-USR 
module.
2 Connect the IEC connector of the supplied country-specific power cord to the socket 
of the power adapter.
3 Connect the power cord to a nearby main supply socket.
IMPORTANT: Please read and adhere to the electrical safety information 
given within the Safety information section of this guide. In particular, do not 
use an unearthed power socket or extension cable.
Note: Both the modules and the power supplies generate heat when in operation and will 
become warm to the touch. Do not enclose them or place them in locations where air cannot 
circulate to cool the equipment. Do not operate the equipment in ambient temperatures 
exceeding 40 degrees Centigrade. Do not place the products in contact with equipment whose 
surface temperature exceeds 40 degrees Centigrade. 
From the  power adapter
To disconnect the power adapter
1 Isolate the power adapter from the mains supply.
2 Grasp the outer body of the power adapter plug 
where it connects with the module.
3 Gently pull the body of the outer plug away from 
the module. As the body of the plug slides back, 
it will release from the socket and you can fully 
withdraw the whole plug. 
Gently pull back the plug outer body to release the lock    
						

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Configuration
ACCESSING DDX MATRIX
DDX switches are configured via their network connections using an intuitive browser-based application, called DDX 
Matrix. This secure, password protected application is accessible by any authorized user, located anywhere. The DDX 
switch can also be accessed via cross origin resource sharing (CORS). This allows interaction in a browser from a different 
web application. The API is served in a YAML format which can be found at http(s):///rest-api. The DDX switch 
adheres to RESTful and CORS standards.
To access DDX Matrix
1 Use a computer that is directly or indirectly (i.e. via a network switch) connected to the DDX switch. If you need to 
make a temporary connection, see right Ü  
2 Run a web browser on your computer and enter the IP address of the DDX switch. The DDX switch uses the Universal 
Plug and Play (UPnP) protocol to attempt contact with a valid DHCP server to determine a suitable IP address. If a 
DHCP server cannot be located then the switch will automatically fall back to a link-local IP address (in the range 
169.254.1.0 thru 169.254.254.255). 
 
Whichever method the switch uses, the initial IP address can be discovered either:
• Using the Windows network browser (of a computer connected to the same sub network or directly to the switch), 
or 
• In the lower right corner of the OSD screen (of a console connected to one of the user ports) see Viewing the OSD.  
 
Note: For security, DDX Matrix uses HTTPS by default with a self-signed certificate - Please ignore any warnings that may be 
displayed by your web browser.
3 If requested, enter your username and password to log on.
 
Note: The  default username and password are admin and password respectively.  
 
The opening page of the DDX Matrix should be displayed: 
To temporarily connect a computer 
to the network port
1 If you need to make a temporary 
connection for configuration purposes, 
use a standard patch cable (cross-
over or straight connections are both 
supported) to link the Ethernet 10/100 
network port () on the front panel 
of the DDX switch to your computer’s 
network port.
Temporary link from your computer
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USING DDX MATRIX
The Dashboard page
Once you have successfully logged in, DDX Matrix will show the dashboard page to 
provide a general overview of your DDX installation. You can also re-display this page by 
clicking the Dashboard entry in the menu:   
Click the required menu item to reveal the available page choices.
Information and options are displayed within the main section of the page.
Some items will provide further popup information when you hover your mouse pointer over them.  
Colors and symbols are used to provide quick visual feedback:
 Operational with a valid video signal
 Operational but firmware upgrade suggested
 Not useable, firmware upgrade required 
  Disconnected
  Note: An icon showing orange is currently being upgraded  
Note: It is not possible to remain logged in for more than 24 hours; after the webui token has 
expired, you will need to log in again.
Click a heading to reorder the whole list in ascending or descending order according to the entries within the chosen column.
Hover your mouse over an icon to see more information:   
						

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Quick guide to creating a new installation
When creating a new DDX installation there are various configuration tasks that need to be completed  
within DDX Matrix. This page provides a recommended ‘to do list’ of the stages that you need to perform.
Primary tasks
• Configure the networking details for the DDX switch See Configure > Central Switch > Network
• Ensure that the EDID definitions are appropriate for your installation See Configure > Central Switch > Manage EDIDs
If additional EDID definitions are required for your installation, you can clone new  
definitions from connected video displays and add these to the list of available definitions See Add EDID    
• Add the required consoles (either before or after they are connected) See Configure > Consoles
By default the DDX switch provides 20 computer ports along its rear panel and  
10 user ports along its front panel. If necessary, these standard arrangements can be  
changed to suit your installation.  See Reallocating ports  
• Determine the access permissions for each console See Access permissions
• Add your computers (either before or after they are connected) See Configure > Computers
• Add the users and define their login details See The Users Page
Secondary tasks
• Optionally make changes to the OSD settings See Configure > Central Switch > OSD Settings
• Add description and location details for the switch See Configure > Central Switch > General      
						

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The Control page
The Control page provides a Connection map that allows the admin user to view and 
affect how consoles are connected to the various computers. This page is particularly 
useful when managing video-only installations. 
To connect a console  
1 Click the down arrow on the console entry to reveal the list of 
computers that it is authorized to access.
2 Click the appropriate connection icon adjacent to the required 
computer: 
•   View only - console user can view a computer’s    
output but not alter it, 
•   Shared access - console user can view and    
control a computer along with other consoles, 
•   Exclusive - multiple console users can view a    
computer but only one can control it, 
 or 
•   Private - console user can view and control the    
computer privately while other users are locked out. 
 
For further details, see Access permissions.
3 You can change the connection method at any time by clicking 
the down arrow again and choosing an alternative connection 
option.
To disconnect a console  
1 Click the  button in the lower left corner of the console entry 
that you wish to disconnect.