AMX DXF-RX-MMS - DXLink HDMI Multimode Simplex Fiber Receiver in Black Finish

The AMX DXF-RX-MMS is a highly advanced DXLink HDMI Multimode Simplex Fiber Receiver designed to deliver high-quality audio, video, and control signals over long distances. This receiver supports 4K60 4:4:4 video and features built-in SmartScale Technology to ensure optimal video output for each connected display, automatically adjusting the resolution based on the display's preferred settings. This eliminates common integration challenges, such as mismatched resolutions between source devices and displays, providing seamless, high-performance video delivery. With HDCP compliance, the DXF-RX-MMS can transmit secure, encrypted video content, including HDMI, up to 300 meters using multimode fiber.

The DXF-RX-MMS leverages the latest in fiber-optic technology, with a transport layer throughput of up to 10.3 Gbps, ensuring high-speed, reliable data transmission without loss in quality. This fiber-optic solution offers exceptional video performance, capable of handling 4K resolution and maintaining the highest fidelity over long distances. It supports 36-bit Deep Color and HDR10, delivering vibrant colors and a more dynamic range, enhancing the viewing experience for critical applications such as operations centers, control rooms, and broadcast environments.

The receiver includes several notable features that enhance its flexibility and ease of integration. The SmartScale Technology automatically queries the connected display's EDID (Extended Display Identification Data) to ensure that the video signal is scaled to the best resolution and video parameters for the display, preventing the common issue of downscaling to lower resolutions. Additionally, the unit supports progressive and interlaced video formats, including standard resolutions such as 480i, 576i, and 1080i, along with higher resolutions like 2048 x 1152 and 4096 x 2160. The receiver also offers compatibility with both HDMI and DVI signals (with the appropriate adapters), making it a versatile solution for various AV systems.

Beyond its video capabilities, the DXF-RX-MMS is equipped with several control features, including built-in RS-232 and IR ports for seamless control of connected devices. This allows users to remotely control source devices or connected displays, streamlining the control process and eliminating the need for additional control hardware. The receiver also includes an Ethernet connection via an ICS LAN port, enabling network access for more advanced system control, monitoring, and integration with AMX's Enova DGX Digital Media Switchers. For added convenience, the device supports USB 2.0 pass-through, enabling the connection of USB peripherals such as keyboards, mice, and cameras, making it ideal for environments that require control and interactivity across multiple devices.

Designed for easy installation, the DXF-RX-MMS features a low-profile form factor that can be discreetly mounted behind displays or above ceiling-mounted projectors. The device supports multiple mounting options, including V-Style surface mounts, rack mounts, and pole mounts, providing flexibility in various configurations. The DXF-RX-MMS also offers field-serviceable fiber modules, which can be easily replaced without needing to send the unit back for repairs, making maintenance straightforward and efficient.

The unit complies with a range of safety and environmental standards, including UL 60950-1, CE, RoHS, and WEEE, ensuring it meets high safety and environmental impact standards. Additionally, it is certified as Class 1 eye-safe according to IEC 60825-1 / CDRH, ensuring safety in environments where fiber optics are used. The receiver is built to handle a wide range of temperatures, from 32°F to 104°F in operation and -22°F to 158°F during storage, making it suitable for a variety of environments.

Features

• Supports HDCP-compliant HDMI video transmission up to 300 meters over multimode fiber
• Delivers 4K60 4:4:4 video with HDR10 and 36-bit Deep Color for superior video quality
• Equipped with SmartScale Technology for automatic resolution scaling based on connected display's EDID
• Field-serviceable fiber modules for easy replacement and maintenance
• Built-in RS-232 and IR control ports for seamless remote control of connected devices
• Ethernet connectivity for network control and integration with AMX Enova DGX Digital Media Switchers
• Supports USB 2.0 pass-through for connecting peripherals such as keyboards, mice, and cameras
• Compact, low-profile design suitable for mounting behind displays or projectors
• Compliant with UL 60950-1, CE, RoHS, and WEEE for safety and environmental standards
• Class 1 eye-safe certification per IEC 60825-1 / CDRH
• Operating temperature range from 32°F to 104°F and storage temperature range from -22°F to 158°F

Specifications

General

• Dimensions: 1 x 8.75 x 5.2 inches
• Weight: Approx. 1.1 lb
• Shipping Weight: Approx. 2.2 lb
• MTBF: 124,232 hours
• Noise Level: 0 dBA @ 1m (typical), 45.3 dBA @ 1m (max)
• Airflow: Convection (openings on top of case, typical), forced air (out of front plate, when fan is active)

Mounting Options

• Compatible V Style mounting options:
• AVB-VSTYLE-RMK-FILL-1U, V Style Module Rack Mounting Tray with Fill Plates (FG1010-721)
• AVB-VSTYLE-RMK-1U, V Style Module Rack Mounting Tray (FG1010-720)
• AVB-VSTYLE-SURFACE-MNT, V Style Single Module Surface Mount Brackets (FG1010-722)
• AVB-VSTYLE-POLE-MNT, V Style Single Module Pole Mounting Kit (FG1010-723)

Regulatory Compliance

• UL 60950-1
• CSA 60950-1
• IEC 60950-1
• CE EN 60950-1
• CE EN 55022 Class A
• CE EN 55024
• FCC CFR Title 47 Part 15 Subpart B Class A
• ICES-003 Class A
• RoHS / WEEE Compliant

Safety Certification

• Class 1 Eye safe per requirements of IEC 60825-1 / CDRH

Included Accessories

• Ships with a desktop power supply with power cord

Optional Accessories

• AVB-VSTYLE-RMK-FILL-1U, V Style Module Rack Mounting Tray with Fill Plates (FG1010-721)
• AVB-VSTYLE-RMK-1U, V Style Module Rack Mounting Tray (FG1010-720)
• AVB-VSTYLE-SURFACE-MNT, V Style Single Module Surface Mount Brackets (FG1010-722)
• AVB-VSTYLE-POLE-MNT, V Style Single Module Pole Mounting Kit (FG1010-723)
• CC-NIRC, NetLinx IR Emitter Cable (FG1010-000-11)
• IR03, External IR Receiver Module (FG-IR03)
• CC-MINIUSB, Mini USB to PC Cable Adapter (FG5967-20)

Compatible AMX Products

• Enova DGX 8/16/32/64 Digital Media Switchers with Multimode Fiber Output Board installed including DGX-O-DXF-MMS (FG1058-633) or DGX-O-DXF-MMD (FG1058-632) installed
• Direct point-to-point connection with a Multimode Fiber Transmitter including DXF-TX-MMS (FG1010-363) or DXF-TX-MMD (FG1010-362)

Active Power Requirements

• AC Power: 100-240 VAC single phase, 50-60 Hz
• Power Consumption (Max): 19 W
• Power Connector: 2.1 mm DC Power Jack

Power Supply

• External, Included: Each HDMI RX ships with a desktop power supply with power cord
• 2.5 A at 12 V, Max 13.5 V

Environmental

• Temperature (Operating): 32° to 104°F
• Temperature (Storage): -22° to 158°F
• Humidity (Operating): 5% to 85% RH (non-condensing)
• Humidity (Storage): 0% to 90% RH (non-condensing)
• Heat Dissipation (On): 65 BTU/hr

Ethernet

• Ethernet Connection: (1) RJ-45, TCP/IP Port (ICS LAN 10/100)
• Note: Simplex DXLink solutions do not support an Ethernet transport layer on the simplex fiber path; therefore an Ethernet connection is required to provide IR/RS-232/USB Keyboard/Mouse or NetLinx program control to this device

DXLink Fiber

• Fiber Connector: LC Duplex conforming to ANSI TIA/EAI 604-10 (FOCIS 10A)
• Note: On the DXLink Multimode Simplex Receiver, only the receive portion of the SFP module is active
• Fiber Cable Type: OM3 50/125μm
• Fiber Cable Length: 300m (984 ft)
• Transport Layer Throughput: 10.3125 Gbps
• Fiber Transceiver Type: 10G SFP+
• Optical Wavelength: 850 nm
• Optical Budget: 6.8 dB (typical) between DXLink Fiber Transceivers
• Optical Modulation Amplitude (OMA): -4.3 dBm (min)
• Optical Modulation Amplitude (OMA) Sensitivity: -11.1 dBm (typ)
• Optical Transceiver Mean: -1 dBm (average power)

HDMI

• Output Connector: (1) HDMI Type A Female
• Compatible Formats: HDMI, HDCP, DVI
• Signal Type Support: HDMI, DVI-D (single link with HDMI cable adapter)
• Progressive Resolution Support: All progressive resolutions between 480p and 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz via automatic SmartScale query of the display's preferred EDID Detailed Timing Definition
• Interlaced Resolution Support: 480i, 576i, 1080i (including but not limited to those resolutions shown in the "Instruction Manual - DXLink Fiber Transmitters and Receivers")
• Output Scaling: SmartScale or Manual Configuration or Bypass
• 2K Resolution Support: 2048 x 1024 @47Hz, 2048 x 1080 @ 60Hz, 2048 x 1152 @ 60Hz, 2048 x 1536 @ 24Hz
• 3D Format Support: Yes, if Scaler on RX is set to Bypass mode; supports Frame Packing 1080p 24Hz, 720p 50/60Hz, Side-by-Side Half 1080i 50/60Hz
• Deep Color Support: 24-bit, 30-bit
• Color Space Support: RGB 4:4:4, YCbCr 4:4:4 and 4:2:2
• HDCP Support: Yes, Supports AMX HDCP InstaGate Pro Technology
• CEC Support: None
• Propagation Delay (Typical): 26 ms when scaling, 5.2 us when in Bypass mode
• CDR (Re-Clocking): Yes
• Output Voltage (Nominal): 1.0 Vpp Differential
• +5V DDC Pin Output: 55 mA
• +5V USB Pin Output: 500 mA
• Output Rise Time / Fall Time: 425 ps typ (20% - 80%)
• Video Data Rate (Max): 4.95 Gbps / 5.568 Gbps
• Video Pixel Clock (Max): 165 MHz/185.625 MHz
• Audio Format Support: Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS, 2 CH through 8 CH L-PCM
• Audio Resolution: 16 bit to 24 bit
• Audio Sample Rate: 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 96 kHz, 192kHz
• Local Audio Support: Extraction
• HDMI Audio Synchronization: Video formats @ 60Hz frame rate: audio leads video by 12 ms typical (4 ms to 20 ms). In Bypass mode, audio lags video by 17 ms

Analog Audio

• Output Connections: 3.5mm Mini-Stereo Jack
• Output Signal Types: Stereo Analog
• Output Level (Max): +2.5 dBU, unbalanced, >= 2 kΩ load
• Output Frequency Response: <+0 dB to -0.5 dB, 50 Hz to 20 kHz
• Audio THD+N: <0.04 %, 1 kHz, -10dBu to +2 dBU
• Audio S/N Ratio: >93 dB, 20 Hz to 20 kHz Vin=+2dBu
• Digital to Analog Reference Level: 0 dBfs = +0 dBu
• Audio Synchronization: Video formats @ 60Hz frame rate: video formats @ 60Hz frame rate: In scaling mode audio leads video by 12ms typ (4ms to 20ms). In Bypass mode, audio lags video by 14ms

USB (HID) Keyboard and Mouse

• USB (HID): (1) USB Mini-A/B Connector ("DEVICE") Connect a keyboard and mouse and send commands to a PC connected to a DXLink Twisted Pair or Fiber TX

Controls

• ID Pushbutton: Toggle between DHCP and static IP addressing, Places system in NetLinx Device ID assignment mode, Reset the factory default settings, Restore the factory firmware image
• Advanced Configuration Interface: (1) USB Mini-B Connector ("PROGRAM")
• Serial: (1) 3.5mm Pluggable Phoenix Terminal Block, Bidirectional RS-232, Standard NetLinx Baudrate 1200-115k, Parity support Odd/Even/None
• IR RX: (1) 3.5mm Mini-Stereo Jack Port for IR03 Receiver (Optional)
• IR TX: (1) 3.5mm Pluggable Phoenix Terminal Block Port for IR01 Emitter (Optional)

Indicators

• Power Indicator: (1) LED that lights: Green during normal operation state, Red when power is applied and boot sequence is started, Yellow when system initialization is in process
• Video Indicator: (1) Green LED indicates the presence of video and audio signals through the module
• Audio Indicator: (1) Green LED indicates the presence of audio signals through the module
• Scaling Button and LEDs: (1) Pushbutton and (3) Green LEDs; use Scaling button to select one of three options: Bypass, Auto (SmartScale), or Manual. The factory default is Auto (SmartScale). If the RX power cycles, it defaults to the last persisted mode (achieved by pressing scaling button and holding it until the desired scaling mode LED flashes)
• IR TX Indicator: (1) Red LED lights during the transmission of IR data via the rear IR port
• IR RX Indicator: (1) Yellow LED lights during the receipt of IR data via the rear IR port
• RS-232 TX Indicator: (1) Red LED shows serial transmit (TX) data activity
• RS-232 RX Indicator: (1) Yellow LED shows serial receive (RX) data activity
• LINK/ACT: (1) Green LED lights when the Ethernet cable is connected and an active link is established. This LED also blinks when receiving Ethernet data packets
• Status: (1) Green LED lights when the Controller is programmed and communicating properly
• CEC Indicator: Not currently supported
• USB Indicator: (1) Yellow LED lights when either a Keyboard or mouse is connected directly to the RX, or either and/or both are connected to a USB Hub connected to the RX
• ID Pushbutton: Places system in NetLinx Device ID assignment mode

Front Connectors

• Advanced Configuration Interface: (1) USB Mini-B Connector

Back Connectors

• Local Power: 2.1 mm DC Power Jack
• DXLink Fiber Input: LC Duplex conforming to ANSI TIA/EAI 604-10 (FOCIS 10A)
• ICS LAN/Ethernet Port: RJ-45 Connector, TCP/IP Port (ICS LAN 10/100)
• Serial: 3.5mm Pluggable Phoenix Terminal Block, Bidirectional RS-232, Standard NetLinx Baudrate 1200-115k, Parity support Odd/Even/None
• IR RX: (1) 3.5mm Mini-Stereo Jack Port for IR03 Receiver (Optional)
• IR TX: (1) 3.5mm Pluggable Phoenix Terminal Block Port for IR01 Emitter (Optional)
• USB (HID) Keyboard and Mouse: (1) USB Mini A/B Connector; connect a keyboard and mouse and send commands to a PC connected to a DXLink Twisted Pair or Fiber