CRESTRON DM-RMC-SCALER-S DIGITALMEDIA 8G FIBER RECEIVER & ROOM CONTROLLER W/SCAL

The DM-RMC-SCALER-S provides an advanced one-box interface solution for a single display device as part of a complete Crestron® Digital Media
system. It functions as a DM 8G® Fiber receiver, video scaler, and
control interface, providing a single HDMI® output along with Ethernet,
USB HID, RS-232, and IR control ports. Built-in scaling enables the
connected display to handle any video resolution up to HD 1080p or
WUXGA. Its compact, low-profile design allows the DM-RMC-SCALER-S to be
installed discreetly behind a flat panel display or above a ceiling
mounted projector. It connects to the head end or source location using a
single multimode fiber strand.^[1]

DigitalMedia 8G™ Fiber
As
the leader in HDMI and control system technologies, Crestron developed
DigitalMedia (DM®) to deliver the first complete HD AV distribution
system to take HDMI to a higher level. DigitalMedia allows virtually any
mix of HDMI and other AV sources to be distributed throughout a home,
office, school, or virtually any other facility. The latest generation
of DM is called DigitalMedia 8G (DM 8G). Engineered for ultra
high-bandwidth and ultimate scalability, DM 8G provides a true one-wire
lossless transport for moving high-definition video, audio, Ethernet,
and control signals over a choice of twisted pair or fiber optic cable.

DM
8G Fiber uses multimode fiber to enable signal distribution between
buildings and over lengthy wire runs. DM 8G Fiber handles uncompressed
Full HD 1080p video signals with support for 3D, Deep Color, and HDCP,
as well as computer signals up to WUXGA. Audio capabilities include
support for high-bitrate 7.1 audio formats like Dolby® TrueHD and DTS-HD
Master Audio™ as well as uncompressed linear PCM. All signals are
transported over one strand of multimode fiber, supporting distances up
to 1000 feet (300 m) using CresFiber® 8G, or 500 feet (150 m) using other multimode fiber optic cable.^[1]Multimedia Display Interface
A
single HDMI digital AV output port is provided on the DM-RMC-SCALER-S
for connection to a display or other device. The HDMI output can also
handle DVI signals using an appropriate adapter or interface cable^[2].A
single fiber strand connects the DM-RMC-SCALER-S to a DM switcher or
transmitter, transporting video, audio, control, and networking signals
all through one simple SC type optical connection.^[1]
Multiple DM-RMC-SCALER-Ss may be installed to handle each display in a
multiroom distribution system, all fed from a central DM-MD series
switcher. Or, a single DM-RMC-SCALER-S can be fed straight from a DM 8G
Fiber transmitter, affording a simple solution for extending a computer
or AV signal to a single display.High-Definition Scaler
Through
a distributed scaler approach, DigitalMedia delivers an incredibly
flexible and user-friendly solution for routing multiple disparate
sources to many different display devices. By placing an independent
high-performance scaler at every display device, DM ensures an optimal
image on every screen no matter what sources are selected. Distributed
scaling allows a high-res computer source to be viewed on any display in
the building. It also allows a high-definition 3D source to be viewed
on lower-resolution 2D displays without compromising the original
signal, letting you share your theater’s full HD 1080p 3D image with
smaller, lesser displays in other rooms.The DM-RMC-SCALER-S accepts any
video source from standard NTSC 480i to Full HD 1080p60, as well as
computer sources from VGA to UXGA/WUXGA, and scales them perfectly to
match the native resolution of your video display. A range of common
output resolutions are supported to work with virtually any popular
flat-panel display, projector, or computer monitor. Intelligent frame
rate conversion enables support for 24p and PAL format sources, and 3D
to 2D conversion allows 3D content to be fed simultaneously to separate
3D and 2D displays.^[3] Setup and use of the scaler is simplified through fully automatic operation utilizing the display’s EDID^[4]. Dual-Projector 3D Support
A
pair of DM-RMC-SCALER-Ss can be used to facilitate a dual-projector 3D
setup, steering just the left eye portion of a 3D signal to one
projector, and the right eye portion to the other. This is done using
the scaler’s 3D to 2D conversion mode, enabling 3D capability with
scaling.^[3]Video Wall Processing
The
DM-RMC-SCALER-S has another trick up its sleeve, providing zoom
capability and bezel compensation on its output to display just a
portion of the source image. Using this feature, multiple units may be
combined to configure a video wall composed of up to 16 individual
displays. Configurations of 2×2, 3×2, 3×3, 4×3, or 4×4 are supported,
and all that is required is a separate DM-RMC-SCALER-S for each display,
and a DM switcher with sufficient DM 8G Fiber outputs.LAN Connectivity
Along
with high-definition AV and control, DigitalMedia also integrates
high-speed Ethernet networking for a total signal distribution solution.
The DM-RMC-SCALER-S includes a 10/100 Ethernet port, providing a
convenient LAN connection for a local network device.USB Signal Extension
DigitalMedia
allows for the routing of USB signals alongside video and audio. A USB
HID compliant mouse or keyboard can be connected directly to the
DM-RMC-SCALER-S and used to control a computer or media server that’s
located at the central equipment cabinet or some other location.
Crestron also offers USB over Ethernet Extender Modules (USB-EXT-DM)^[5], which may be added to enable support for more USB devices of virtually any type.Embedded Device Control
The
primary objective of every Crestron system is to enable precisely the
control desired for a seamless user experience. The DM-RMC-SCALER-S
includes built-in RS-232, IR, and Ethernet control ports to allow
programmable control of the display device connected to it. But, it can
also provide an alternative to such conventional control methods by
harnessing the CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) signal embedded in
HDMI. Through its connection to the control system, the DM-RMC-SCALER-S
provides a gateway for controlling the display device right through the
HDMI connection, potentially eliminating the need for any dedicated
control wires or IR emitters.Low-Profile Installation
Its
low-profile design makes the DM-RMC-SCALER-S perfect for installation
behind a flat panel display or above a ceiling mounted projector. It
mounts to a standard 2-gang US, UK, or European electrical box using the
mounting bracket provided, affording a clean installation that
protrudes less than 1-1/2 inches (37 mm) from the mounting
surface.Connections are positioned on the top and bottom of the unit.
The design of the mounting bracket allows wires up to 0.23 inches (6 mm)
in diameter to extend from the electrical box behind as needed. An
array of indicators is provided on the front panel for easy setup and
troubleshooting.