Channel Plus SVS-88 Installation Manual

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To switch video only to an output.To turn an output off1) Press the Video button.2) Select the input numberthrough the keypad suchas 02 for input numb

+" The basic operation of the SVS-88 supports four IR commands (additional IR commands described in the Advanced Operation section of the manual

Advanced OperationSetting the SVS-88 Baud Rate (switches 1-3)The RS-232 baud rate is set by an internal bank of switches. The switch bank is located

Setting the SVS-88 ID Code (switches 4-7)The SVS-88 has an ID code which allows up to 16 (0 through 15) units to operate together.The SVS-88 ID code i

RS-232 Commands Controlling the SVS-88 via the RS-232 port is done using a text based command set (ASCII). The response from the SVS-88 either as a

MXxx-Balance 07 set to 49 MXxx-Balance 06 set to 49 MXxx-Balance 05 set to 49 MXxx-Balance 04 set to 49 MXxx-Balance 03 set to 49 MXxx-Balance 02 set

Note: Using commands other than those listed can inadvertently disable the unit. If this happens you may need to reset the unit to factory defaults.Di

Audio Commands MXxxAiioo - Route an audio input to an output. xx = unit ID number (00 – 15, default = 00) ii = input number (00 – 08, 00 = off)

xx = unit ID number (00 – 15, default = 00) oo = output number (01 – 08) Example: MX00AF01 - Turn off audio on output 1 (this routes input 0 to outp

The response from the SVS-88 will be: MX00-Sensitivity 08 set to 31 MX00-Sensitivity 07 set to 31 MX00-Sensitivity 06 set to 31 MX00-Sensitivity 05

The response from the SVS-88 will be: MX00-Volume 03 to 32 MXxxAZoo - Adjust output volume down one step. xx = unit ID number (00 – 15, default =

MX00-Max Out Level for 07 = 48 MX00-Max Out Level for 06 = 48 MX00-Max Out Level for 05 = 48 MX00-Max Out Level for 04 = 48 MX00-Max Out Level for 03

Video Commands MXxxViioo - Route a video input to an output. xx = unit ID number (00 – 15, default = 00) ii = input number (00 – 08, 00 = off) oo

oo = output number (01 – 08) Example: MX00VF01 - Turn off video output 1 (this routes input 0 to output 1) The response from the SVS-88 will be: MX

Digital Commands MXxxDiioo - Route a digital input to an output. xx = unit ID number (00 – 15, default = 00) ii = input number (00 – 08, 00 = off

oo = output number (01 – 08) Example: MX00DF01 - Turn off digital output 1 (this routes input 0 to output 1) The response from the SVS-88 will be:

Audio/Video/Digital Commands MXxxBiioo - Route an A/V/D input to an output. xx = unit ID number (00 – 15, default = 00) ii = input number (00 – 0

oo = output number (01 – 08) Example: MX00BF01 - Turn off A/V/D output 1 (this routes input 0 to output 1) The response from the SVS-88 will be: MX

Status Commands MXxxS - Return the settings of the SVS-88. This command requests the SVS-88 to return the output status of the audio and video outpu

MXxxSAoo - Return the status of a single or all audio outputs. xx = unit ID number (00 – 15, default = 00) oo = output number (01 – 08) Example: MX0

1Be careful when unpacking the SVS-88. This electronic unit is susceptible to damagefrom dropping or placing heavy objects on top of it. Save the or

Example: MX00SD01 - Return the status of digital output 1. The response from the SVS-88 will be: MX00-Digital=01 to 01 Example: MX00SD - Return the

MXxxSAPoo - Return the audio sensitivity levels for an input or inputs. xx = unit ID number (00 – 15, default = 00) oo = output number (01 – 08) Exa

Example: MX00SAM01 - Return the mute status for output 1 (a route from input 00 to an output is not considered muted, a muted output is ONLY set using

Preset Commands The SVS-88 allows 16 presets, which you can use for doing a routing configuration with a single command. The following section descri

The response from the SVS-88 will be: MX00-audio preset 0101 set 03 to 05 MXxxZ28ppss - Clear audio preset. xx = unit ID number (00 – 15, default =

The response from the SVS-88 will be: MX00-digital preset 0101 cleared MXxxZ32ppssiioo - Set video preset. xx = unit ID number (00 – 15, default =

Example: MX00Z3501010305 - Set A/D/V preset number 01, sub-preset 01, to route input 03 to output 05. The response from the SVS-88 will be: MX00-A/D

Example: MX00Z390101 - Read volume preset number 01, sub-preset 01. The response from the SVS-88 will be: MX00-volume preset 0101 set 03 to 32 MXxx

Example: MX00Z460101 - Clear input sensitivity preset number 01, sub-preset 01. The response from the SVS-88 will be: MX00-sensitivity preset 0101 c

pp = preset number (01-16) Example: MX00Z5501 - Delete a defined preset (this will delete all sub-numbers within the preset as well) The response fr

Important Safety InstructionsRISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCKDO NOT OPENCAUTION: DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NOUSER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.REFER SERVICING TO QUAL

Miscellaneous Commands MXxxZ13y - Enable or disable front panel. xx = unit ID number (00 – 15, default = 00) y = 0 = disabled, 1 = enabled (default

MX00-Model No. =SVS-88 MXxxZ56rr - Number of IR rounds for programming learning remote. xx = unit ID number (00 – 15, default = 00) rr = IR transmi

MX00-Volume 06 to 32 MX00-Volume 05 to 32 MX00-Volume 04 to 32 MX00-Volume 03 to 32 MX00-Volume 02 to 32 MX00-Volume 01 to 32 MX00-Sensitivity 08 set

MX00-Audio=06 to 06 MX00-Audio=05 to 05 MX00-Audio=04 to 04 MX00-Audio=03 to 03 MX00-Audio=02 to 02 MX00-Audio=01 to 01 MX00-Volume 08 to 32 MX00-Volu

Infrared Commands In addition to the basic IR commands described earlier, specific routes and even button presses can be taught to an IR learning rem

Front Panel Commands As the individual digits are entered for each command, they will be displayed on the front panel. As the second set of numbers a

Output Commands These commands are output specific and must include the output number. Example: Teaching Mute for Output 3 Press - 3 9 for mute/un

Preset Commands Example: Teaching Preset 3 Select Press - 4 2 for preset number 3 (tE - 42 is displayed). Press - 0 0 for required data entry as no

Press - ENTER (the command for “Route Audio Only Input 7 to all Outputs” has been broadcast to the learning IR remote). 61 = audio & video 62 = a

Presets Programming Presets from the Keypad Presets are useful for setting the system for predefined configurations (i.e. theater DVD, family room t

There are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer all servicing toqualified service personnel.WARNING:WARNING:To reduce risk of fire or electric shoc

Troubleshooting Display: Routed an audio input to an output, but the display didn’t show the new route. √ – The display on the front panel only refle

. Warranty Linear Corporation, Inc. warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one yea

Electrical Specification (Minimum) Input Voltage Range: 100-240 VAC 50/60Hz Power Consumption: 65W Maximum Audio/Video Nominal Input

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