4. Operation MX-FR Series Modular Matrix Frames – User's Manual 41
The Remote Power Feature of MX-TPS2 Boards
Remote powering option for a connected PoE-compatible TPS extender is available in case of MX-TPS2
boards.
PoE-compatible TPS2 Boards:
▪ MX-TPS2-IB-P, -AP, -SP
▪ MX-4TPS2-4HDMI-IB-P, -AP, -SP
▪ MX-TPS2-OB-P, -AP, -SP
▪ MX-4TPS2-4HDMI-OB-P, -AP, -SP
To use the function, you will need the external PSU supplied with the board.
WARNING! TPS-TX/RX90 and TPS-TX/RX95 devices do not comply with the PoE standard and cannot
be powered this way, as the devices may get damaged.
TIPS AND TRICKS: If a connected TPS device needs PoE-compatible remote powering but the board is
not PoE-compliant, just install the TPS-PI-1P1 power injector device in the TPS chain.
Basic Control Panel Operations
DEFINITION: The Control Lock means to disable the front panel buttons.
the button is not illuminated, front panel button operations are enabled. If it shines red continuously, front
panel operations are inhibited (including the LCD menu).
Press and hold the Control lock button for 3 seconds to toggle the control lock state. #button
#controllock
Take / Autotake Modes
The router has two different switching modes: Take and Autotake. If the Take / Auto button is unlit, Take mode
Take / Auto button continuously shines green, Autotake mode is selected.
Press and hold the Take button for three seconds to toggle between Take and Autotake modes.
Take Mode
DEFINITION: The Take mode allows the user to connect or disconnect multiple outputs to an input
The commands are only realized when the Take button is pressed. If no button is pressed for two seconds,
all preselected actions (which were not realized by pressing Take) will be ignored, and the router returns to its
idle state. This mode is useful when time delay is not allowed between multiple switching.
Autotake Mode
DEFINITION: The Autotake mode means the switching actions are executed immediately (without
The switching occurs immediately upon pressing one of the input selector buttons.