FOX 2G Tx/Rx AV User's Guide
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1. Bidirectional Figure 3 2 Rear panel RS 232 REMOTE port In addition on the rear panel the units have RS 232 Over Fiber pass through ports These ports allow RS 232 commands to be passed from the control device to remote devices over the fiber optic cable with speeds up to 115 kbps The FOX 2G Tx Rx AV will not respond to or generate a response to any commands passed through the RS 232 Over Fiber ports Refer to the user s manual of the device being controlled for the appropriate SIS commands OVER FIBER REMOTE Pin Function q TX Transmit data 4 RX Receive data Tx Rx n Gnd Signal ground gt P AT MAX Lt a 5 mm 000 Do not tin the wires Controlling Device Bidirectional Ground Ground Receive Rx Receive Rx Transmit Tx Ak Transmit Tx Figure 3 3 Captive screw connection for rear panel RS 232 OVER FIBER port FOX 2G Tx Rx AV e Configuration 3 3 Configuration cont d RS 232 Control of Tx and Rx Units When the FOX 2G Tx Rx AV is configured by RS 232 commands some commands are processed by the transmitter and others are processed by the receiver The SIS commands do not distinguish between the two units The system routes the commands based on where they are processed A system block diagram showing which functions are processed by the transmitter and which are processed by the receiver is shown below Fiber Link 1 i Fiber Link 2 optional Pr2. Adjust brightness Specify brightness value Increment brightness value Decrement brightness value View current brightness value Sets brightness value for video signal K2 from 0 to 127 Increases brightness value by 1 Decreases brightness value by 1 Displays current brightness value Video mute Enable blanking Disable blanking View current blanking status Blanks selected input 3 0 Disables blanking or mute 1 Enables blanking or mute Displays selected input Displays current blanking status OL uoleinbijuo gt e AV XY XL OZ XO4 ASCII Command host to unit Command Output video format Specify output setting View current output setting Response unit to host ka Additional description Sets format of output video signal a 0 Follow input type 6 Component 7 S Video 8 Composite Displays current output video format Memory Presets Recall Preset Save Preset Rpa spi A period follows X13 in the command Recalls memory preset K13 from 1 to 30 Acomma follows in the command Saves memory preset X13 Audio mute Enable audio mute Disable audio mute View current audio mute status ka Mutes audio 3 0 Disables audio mute 1 Enables audio mute Un mutes audio Displays current audio mute status Audio gain and attenuation Specify gain value Specify attenuation value Audks 4 Aude
3. 3 18 FOX 2G Tx Rx AV e Configuration Video Format area Clicking the radio buttons in the Video Jop Video Format Format area selects the input format O Auto auto component S video or composite Component and output format follow input type Samdeg component S video or composite Composite NOTE The transmitter converts the Output Video Format input signal into a proprietary Follow input type signal type which passes g z O Component through Link 1 to the receiver e f SVideo The receiver converts the Composite signal back to the required signal type This allows the input signal to be transcoded to meet the requirements of the output device When there are two video sources S video through the 4 pin mini DIN and another format through the BNC connectors the choice of button determines which input format is transmitted When Auto is selected the transmitter will automatically detect the input format When follow input type is selected for the output format the output signal will be in the same format as the original input signal Advanced Configuration area Advanced Configuration Link 2 Daisy Chain Mode Provides e Da een radio buttons to choose the mode for the E O Disable Link 2 receiver s Tx port If it is connected to the transmitter the link may be enabled or disabled Alternatively the port may Enable Daisy Chain S E Auto Memory be connected to another receiver
4. NOTE The FOX 2G Tx Rx AV does not have a remote powering feature Both the transmitter and the receiver require their own separate power supply Gen MAX Power Receptacle Pi p DC Power Cord Captive Screw Connector Negative 412 VDC CA a External Power Supply 12 VDC 1A AC Power Cord Figure 2 8 Connecting power The length of the exposed wires in the stripping process is critical The ideal length is 3 16 5 mm Any longer and the exposed wires may touch causing a short circuit between them Any shorter and the wires can be easily pulled out even if tightly fastened by the captive screws CAUTION Do not tin the wires Tinned wire does not hold its shape and can become loose over time 2 Plug the AC power cord of the power supply unit into a 110 or 220 VAC electrical source 2 10 FOX 2G Tx Rx AV e Installation and Setup Video Connections The FOX 2G Tx Rx AV accepts a single low resolution video signal composite S video and low resolution component video and outputs a single low resolution video signal composite S video and low resolution component video It is not compatible with RGB or HDTV 480p 720p or 1080i component video signals The transmitter converts incoming signals to a proprietary format and passes them along the fiber optic cable to the FOX 2G Rx AV The receiver converts the signal to a format that matches the display requirements SIS commands are used to configu
5. The transmitter reports the status to the receiver via Link 1 The status area also shows the unit type the transmitter or receiver and model description for the unit to which the computer is connected the unit at the other end of the fiber optic cable and the COM port on the computer that is connected to the unit It also provides information about the horizontal and vertical frequencies of the input signal and the internal temperature FOX 2G Tx Rx AV e Configuration 3 17 Configuration cont d Memory Preset area The Memory Preset area provides tools to save and recall memory presets Memory Preset Preset Number v Saved Number Figure 3 8 Memory Preset area Select a Preset Number from the dropdown meny and click Save The current values of color tint contrast and brightness are saved as a Memory Preset Previously saved memory presets can be called by selecting a Saved Number from the dropdown menu and clicking on Recall Mute area Mut Click on the radio buttons in the Mute ec EE area to mute or unmute the video and or O On O on audio signal Off off Video Adjustment area Use the sliders to adjustment the ial color tint contrast and brightness of a a EE the picture that is displayed All four of these variables can be adjusted Tint between 0 and 127 with the current P B value displayed in the text box to the right of the corresponding slider Contrast H gt 64 Brightness D gt 64
6. a short when activated They do not produce any discrete on off voltage signals but act as an internal relay that will either connect or disconnect an external alarm circuit For the FOX 2G Tx AV the alarm state is activated when link 2 is absent For the FOX 2G Rx AV the alarm state is activated when link 1 is absent When power is lost the alarm state is activated for both units NOTE Strip the wires using the same methods show for the audio connections on page 2 12 FOX 2G Tx Rx AV e Installation and Setup 2 13 Installation and Setup cont d 2 14 Fiber Optic Cable Connector N OPTICAL The transmitter and receiver units of the Te R FOX 2G Tx Rx AV are connected by an LC duplex SFP connector Fiber optic link 1 connects the Tx port of the transmitter and the Rx port of the receiver It carries video audio and or data output from the transmitter to the receiver Fiber optic link 2 connects the Tx port of the receiver with the Rx port of the transmitter It only carries the responses to RS 232 commands and is not required for transmitting video and audio signals However if link 2 is not enabled the ability to configure the system through SIS commands is limited by the lack of communication from the receiver to OPTICAL the transmitter All commands issued through the transmitter are valid but responses to status queries may return invalid data Signals may be transmi
7. ee e 1x3 female BNC or 1 female 4 pin mini DIN FOX 2G Tx Rx AV e Reference Information A 3 Reference Information cont d Nominal level 1 0 Vp p for of Y component video and S video and for composite video 0 7 Vp p for R Y and B Y of component video 0 3 Vp p for C of S video Minimum maximum levels 0 3 V to 1 5 Vp p Timpedence ss eerste 75 ohms 5 MHz Return Joss lt 40 dB 5 MHz IR eeh 350 mV maximum with input at 0 offset Video gelagert En 1 2 frames Audio Gain Range ees Adjustable 18 to 10 dB default Default ssnnisnnisirsnz Unbalanced output 6 dB balanced output 0 dB Frequency response scssi 20 Hz to 20 kHz 0 5 dB THD NOISE A 0 15 1 kHz at nominal level O Nusteasunisiie wetter gt 80 dB at maximum output unweighted CMRR oneee tres recat 65 dB 20 Hz to 20 kHz Audio bits per sample 18 bits per channel 2 channels L R SAM Pling Late ccscssiecsesseccccsceveeees 48 kHz Audio inputs transmitter Num b t ty pest sisin 1 stereo balanced unbalanced or 2 mono balanced unbalanced EES EE 1 3 5 mm captive screw connector 5 pole Impedance serne gt 10k ohms unbalanced gt 20k ohms balanced DC coupled Nominal level 4 dBu 1 23 Vrms 10 dBV 316 mVrms Maximum level gt 17 dBV unbalanced 1 THD N NOTE 0 dBu 0 775 Vrms 0 dBV 1 Vrms 0 dBV 2 dBu Audio outputs receiver Number signal type 1 stereo balanced unbalanced or 2 mono balanced
8. unbalanced nee ee gergeieg ger Seu 1 3 5 mm captive screw connector 5 pole Impedance ege geesde 50 ohm unbalanced 100 ohm balanced Nominal level c c ici sssssseese satsesesei sos 4 dBu 1 23 Vrms 10 dBV 316 mVrms Maximum level Hi Z 0 gt 19 dBu unbalanced 1 THD N Maximum level 600 ohms gt 15 dBm unbalanced 1 THD N A 4 FOX 2G Tx Rx AV e Reference Information Audio delay sieer 1 5 frames Control remote Serial control ports on each unit transmitter and receiver Control 1 RS 232 3 5 mm captive screw connector 5 pole 3 pins are used rear panel 1 RS 232 2 5 mm mini stereo jack front panel Pass through sisri 1 RS 232 3 5 mm captive screw connector 5 pole 3 pins are used rear panel Baud rate and protocol Control E descends 9600 baud 8 data bits 1 stop bit no parity Pass through issia 9600 to 115200 baud Serial control pin configurations Pass through ccsceseseeee Captive screw connector 1 TX 2 RX 3 GND Control oneei Captive screw connector 3 GND 4 TX 5 RX Mini stereo jack tip TX ring RX sleeve GND Program controlin Extron s control configuration program for Windows Extron s Simple Instruction Set SIS General External power supply s 100 VAC to 240 VAC 50 60 Hz external to 12 VDC 2 A max regulated Power input requirements 12 VDC 0 6 A Temperature humidity Storage 40 to 158 F 40 to 70
9. 3 5 mm blue captive screw 1 2 pole 3 5 mm orange captive screw 4 Rubber feet not attached Setup Guide Fox 2G Tx Rx AV Audio Connector Wiring Instruction Card Windows control program Optional Accessories Accessory Part number PMK 350 70 563 02 03 PMK 200 70 077 04 RSU 129 1U 9 5 rack shelf kit 60 190 01 RSB 129 1U 9 5 rack shelf 60 604 01 RSU 126 1U 6 rack shelf kit 60 190 10 RSB 126 1U 6 rack shelf 60 604 10 MBU 125 Under desk mounting kit 70 077 01 MBD 129 Through desk mounting kit 70 077 02 CSR 6 adapter 26 575 01 FOX 2G Tx Rx AV e Reference Information A 7 Reference Information cont d Accessory Part number MHR 2 SV Series Male to Male 4 pin 26 316 0x Mini DIN S video cables MHR 2P SVM M Male to Male 4 pin 26 522 0x Mini DIN S video cables Plenum MHR 5 BNC Series BNC Male to Male 26 210 0x five conductor MHR MHR 5P BNC Series BNC Male to 26 378 xx Male five conductor MHR Plenum RG6 5 BNC Series BNC Male to Male 26 369 xx five conductor RG6 Super High Res A 8 FOX 2G Tx Rx AV e Reference Information Extron s Warranty Extron Electronics warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three years from the date of purchase In the event of malfunction during the warranty period attributable directly to faulty workmanship and or materials Extron Electronics will at its option re
10. 6561 feet over multimode MM fiber see Operating Distance Specs on page A 2 or up to 30 km 18 miles over singlemode SM fiber Daisy chain capability The system can be expanded to provide output for up to ten display devices Integration friendly A variety of connectors permits input and output of composite S video or component video signals Compatibility with the Extron Fiber Matrix allows the units to be integrated into more complex A V systems Transmits multiple signal types Video audio and data signals can all be transmitted simultaneously over one fiber The units transmit composite S Video or component video signals and are compatible with NTSC PAL and SECAM standards All digital zero compression technology The FOX 2G AV delivers uncompressed pixel for pixel transmission of video signals to ensure optimal image quality Auto Input Format Detection The FOX 2G AV transmitter can be set to detect the incoming video signal format automatically reconfiguring itself to transmit the signal This feature can reduce the number of required outputs for a matrix switcher lowering system cost while improving manageability Encoding and decoding The FOX 2G Tx AV converts incoming signals to a proprietary format that is passed along the fiber optic cable to the FOX 2G Rx AV At the other end of the cable the receiver converts the signal to the low resolution format that matches the needs of the display
11. AV 4 Secure the receiver to the mounting tray using two of the 4 40 x 3 16 screws provided with the PMK 350 in diagonally opposite corners of the receiver 5 Mount the power supply using the provided plastic ties or Velcro strips see figure 2 4 below Rear Plate Front Plate Cover Sheet S a t wa Figure 2 4 Above projector mounting 6 Add any other unit s as required 7 Place the PMK 350 around the projector ceiling mounting pole 2 6 FOX 2G Tx Rx AV e Installation and Setup U bolt Pass the two legs of the U bolt through the slotted holes in the back of the mounting plate around the mounting pole through the holes in the rubber contoured base and through the holes in the L bracket see figure 2 5 below Mount Plate on PMK Tray Contoured Base L shaped Bracket Ceiling Pole Figure 2 5 U bolt attachment 9 Align the two small holes in the bottom of the L shaped bracket with the holes in the PMK 350 base plate Insert 10 11 12 12 and tighten the two provided 6 32 x 5 16 screws Leave the screws slightly loose so that the bracket can still be adjusted Place the hex nuts on both ends of the U bolt and hand tighten them Make the necessary cable connections to the FOX 2G Rx AV the power supply and any other units Slide the PMK 350 along the pole to its final position and tighten the hex nuts using a socket wrench Tighten the screws holdi
12. DEI Professional Level 4dBu Firmware for FOX 2G Tx Rx AV Firmware can be downloaded onto the unit from the Extron Web site www extron com The transmitter and receiver require different firmware and must both be upgraded separately SIS Command Validity Table If only one fiber optic channel is enabled the ability to configure the system through SIS commands is limited by the lack of return communication from the receiver to the transmitter All commands issued through the transmitter are valid because link 1 allows signals to be forwarded to the receiver However responses to queries originating from the transmitter about the status of the receiver will return invalid data All configuration of the receiver by commands issued through the receiver will be valid Attempts to configure the the transmitter through the receiver in the absence of link 2 will be invalid The following table shows the validity of commands issued through the receiver when only link 1 is active Color Valid Tint Valid Brightness Valid Contrast Valid Audio gain Invalid attenuation Audio mute Valid Audio output level Valid Output configuration Valid Input configuration Invalid Daisy chain mode Valid Test pattern Valid Video mute Valid FOX 2G Tx Rx AV e Configuration 3 21 Configuration cont d 3 22 FOX 2G Tx Rx AV e Configuration FOX 2G Tx Rx AV Appendix A Reference Information
13. Sets value of audio gain Upper case G only for configuring gain X5 from 0 to 10 dB Sets value of audio attenuation Lower case g only for configuring attenuation Kgl from 0 to 18 dB p UO gt uoleunbijuoD uoljeinBijuo gt e AN XY XL DZ VO LL ASCII Command host to unit Command Increment audio level Decrement audio level View current audio level Response unit to host Audk7 4 Audk7 4 Audkx7 Audkx7 4 Audk7 4 Audk7 4 Additional description Increases gain G or attenuation g by 1 GB Audio level adjustment range K7 from 18 to 10 dB Decreases gain G or attenuation g by 1 dB Displays current value for gain G or attenuation g Audio output level Set to consumer level Set to professional level View current output level status Lvl0 Sets audio output to consumer level s 0 Consumer level 10 dBV default 1 Professional level 4 dBu Sets audio output to professional level Displays current audio output level Auto Memory Disable Auto Memory Enable Auto Memory View current Auto Memory setting Disables Auto Memory Enables Auto Memory View the current Auto Memory setting al 0 disabled 1 enabled CL uoljeinbijuo gt e AV XY XL OZ XO4 Command ASCII Command host to unit Auto Image Trigger Response unit to host Additional description Returns video adjustments color c
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15. passes the signal to the next unit through its Tx port In daisy chain mode the Tx port is used to pass audio and video signals to the next receiver in the daisy chain As a result the Tx port is not available for bidirectional communication and there are limitations on system configuration with SIS commands When multiple receivers are in daisy chain mode RS 232 commands issued through the transmitter will be passed to every receiver but commands issued through a receiver will apply only to that receiver Configuring each receiver independently matches each output signal to the unique needs of the display device Extron FOX 2G Tx AV Fiber Optic Transmitter RK J DVD VCR Combo RS 232 Projector Control RS 232 FOX 2G Rx AV Receiver Up to 30 km 18 75 miles FOX 2G Rx AV on singlemode fiber Receiver SM model FOX 2G Rx AV Receiver a To Next Receiver Projector Figure 2 10 Daisy Chain Mode FOX 2G Tx Rx AV e Installation and Setup 2 15 Installation and Setup cont d 2 16 FOX 2G Tx Rx AV e Installation and Setup 3 FOX 2G Tx Rx AV tu Chapter Three Configuration RS 232 Ports RS 232 Control of Tx and Rx Units Simple Instruction Set SIS Commands Command Response Table for SIS Commands Windows Based Control Program Configuration RS 232 Ports Both the FOX 2G Tx AV and FOX 2G Rx AV have a front panel TRS port and a rear panel captive screw port which can pro
16. safety feature do not attempt to bypass or disable it Power disconnection To remove power from the equipment safely remove all power cords from the rear of the equipment or the desktop power module if detachable or from the power source receptacle wall plug Power cord protection Power cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be stepped on or pinched by items placed upon or against them Servicing Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel There are no user serviceable parts inside To prevent the risk of shock do not attempt to service this equipment yourself because opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards Slots and openings If the equipment has slots or holes in the enclosure these are provided to prevent overheating of sensitive components inside These openings must never be blocked by other objects Lithium battery There is a danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced Replace it only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer s instructions Avertissement Alimentations Ne faire fonctionner ce mat riel qu avec la source d alimentation indiqu e sur l appareil Ce mat riel doit tre utilis avec une alimentation principale comportant un fil de terre neutre Le troisi me contact de mise la terre constitue un dispositif de s curit n essayez pas de
17. the wiring connections see figure below A lt lt 6 mm MAX Do not tin the wires Tip Ring Sleeves Tip Ring q Balanced Audio Figure 2 9 Audio connections Unbalanced Audio The length of the exposed wires in the stripping process is critical The ideal length is 3 16 5 mm Any longer and the exposed wires may touch causing a short circuit between them Any shorter and the wires can be easily pulled out even if tightly fastened by the captive screws CAUTION Do not tin the wires Tinned wire does not hold its shape and can become loose over time The table below shows the initial gain differences between audio input output connectors using captive screw connectors The unbalanced output from the captive screw connector will be half 6 dB regardless of input Balanced Balanced 0 dB unity Balanced Unbalanced 6 dB half Unbalanced Balanced 0 dB Unbalanced Unbalanced 6 dB Additional adjustment of audio gain attenuation can be made using SIS commands see page 3 8 The Audio LED lights up immediately when the transmitter detects an audio signal 35 dB below the nominal level It remains lit until the audio signal drops below that threshold continuously for 10 seconds FOX 2G Tx Rx AV e Installation and Setup Alarm ALARM The alarm pins labeled 1 and 2 see figure at right on the rear panel of the FOX 2G Tx Rx AV act as 12
18. 13 Invalid parameter E14 Not valid for this configuration FOX 2G Tx Rx AV e Configuration 3 7 SE uoljeinbijuo gt e AV XY XL OZ XO4 Command Response Table for SIS Commands Command Input video format Specify input setting View current input setting ASCII Command host to unit Response unit to host Additional description Sets format of input video signal K1 0 Auto 4 Component 5 S Video 6 Composite Displays current input video format Adjust color Specify color value Increment color value Decrement color value View current color value Sets color value for video signal K2 from 0 to 127 Increases color value by 1 Decreases color value by 1 Displays current color value Adjust tint Specify tint value Increment tint value Decrement tint value View current tint value Sets tint value for video signal X2 from 0 to 127 Increases tint value by 1 Decreases tint value by 1 Displays current tint value DAUuO3 uoleunbijuoD uoljeinBijuo gt e AN XY XL DZ VO 6 ASCII Command host to unit Command Adjust contrast Specify contrast value Increment contrast value Decrement contrast value View current contrast value Response unit to host Additional description Sets contrast value for video signal e from 0 to 127 Increases contrast value by 1 Decreases contrast value by 1 Displays current contrast value
19. 3 Select the Com port to which your transmitter or receiver is connected and click Connect The Communication Setup window closes and the FOX Extender WCP window opens see figure 3 6 Pi FOX Extender Windows Control Program Fle Tools Help i Sg beggen Status Mute Audio Adjustment Vu Video Mut Audio Mut i ty Looprout Connected to Receiver Parte EE Audis Gain Atten 8 COM O 0n O On E weg E Gi BD Model FOX 2G AV MM off Off Audio E Link 2 Optional Mute Other side FOX 2G AV MM Advanced Configuration Link 2 Daisy Chain Mode Memory Preset Enable Link 2 Disable Link 2 Preset Number ILs Saved Number Gi bist bl O Enable Daisy Chain Video Adjustment Input Video Format Color Input Frequency Horz 15 7Hz Vert 60 00 kHz Temperature 93F 340 Auto Memory L Omn O Component S Video Auto Image Audio Output Level Output Video Format Contrast G Test Pattems Consumer Level lt Ee Follow input type or wl HOM Component e a Brightness An Professional Level O SVideo DEN Composite SE E 00 dB Figure 3 6 FOX Extender WCP window NOTE Only Link 1 connecting the Tx port of the transmitter to the Rx port of the receiver is required for video audio and serial command transmission Link 2 is not required but if it is not enabled the ability to configure the system is limited by a lack of communication from the re
20. 4 Additional description K3 Link 1 active signal present 1 or absent 0 K3 Link 2 active signal present 1 or absent 0 K3 video output signal enabled 1 or disabled 0 K l audio signal enabled 1 or disabled 0 Kal SM or MM e X12 Tx or Rx Displays current F W version Diplays information about all F W versions Displays factory loaded F W version Displays updated F W version Displays factory loaded Field Programable Gate Array FPGA version Displays updated FPGA version Displays the unit s part number Displays the part number of other connected box PLS uoleinbijuo gt e AV XY XL OZ XO4 Command ASCII Command host to unit Status Request View Link 1 Status View Link 2 Status View input video status View input audio status View internal temperature Response unit to host Additional description Displays Link 1 status X3 0 active signal absent 1 active signal present Displays Link 2 status Displays input video status Displays input audio status Displays internal temperature in degrees FandC Factory Defaults System Reset factory default Reset audio settings Reset presets Resets unit to all factory default values Resets all audio settings to factory default values Rests all memory presets to factory default values p UO gt UHOIDSID BUUuOH Windows Based Program Control The Extron FOX Extender Windows Control Pr
21. C 10 to 90 non condensing Operating 32 to 122 F 0 to 50 C 10 to 90 non condensing COOLING disier Convection vents on left side and top Mounting Rack mount Yes with optional rack shelf kit Furniture mount Yes with optional under desk mounting kit Enclosure type js tcsssiieesescessectensseis Metal Enclosure dimensions s 1 7 H x 4 3 W x 6 0 D 1U high quarter rack wide 4 3 cm H x 10 9 cm W x 15 2 cm D Depth excludes connectors Product Weight cccceeeeeeeees 0 8 Ibs 0 4 kg FOX 2G Tx Rx AV e Reference Information A 5 Reference Information cont d Shipping weight 0 0 3 Ibs 2 kg per unit Vibration ee ISTA 1A in carton International Safe Transit Association Regulatory compliance Safete e a i CE CUL FDA Class 1 UL EMI EMC oiiininiiierss CE C tick FCC Class A ICES VCCI MTB Eisis 30 000 hours Warranty iccnstvacsanis teint 3 years parts and labor NOTE All nominal levels are at 10 da Specifications are subject to change without notice A 6 FOX 2G Tx Rx AV e Reference Information Included Parts Included parts Replacement part number 1 FOX 2G Tx AV MM transmitter 60 941 11 or 1 FOX 2G Tx AV SM transmitter 60 941 12 or 1 FOX 2G Rx AV MM receiver 60 941 21 or 1 FOX 2G Rx AV SM receiver 60 941 22 1 12 VDC Desktop power supply 1 IEC cord 1 MM or SM fiber patch cable 2 5 pole 3 5 mm blue captive screw 1 2 pole
22. Control Program see Chapter 3 2 8 FOX 2G Tx Rx AV e Installation and Setup Rear Panel Features Gi CO Gi The illustration below shows the rear panel features of the FOX 2G Tx AV top and FOX 2G Rx AV bottom OVER FIBER REMOTE FOX 2G Tx AV CE LL SS l 22 Lt POWER 8 12V MID PoE yt Figure 2 7 FOX 2G Tx Rx AV rear panel features Power input This 3 5 mm 2 pole captive screw connector accepts 12 VDC from an external power supply provided Video connections Three BNC connectors and one 4 pin mini DIN S video connector for video input and output Audio connections A 3 5 mm 5 pole captive screw connector for audio input and output RS 232 connections The Remote RS 232 connections allow the units to be configured using SIS commands or the FOX Extender Windows Control Program The Over Fiber RS 232 connections allow pass through to remote units Alarm When connected to an alarm this 3 5 mm 2 pole captive screw connector gives a warning when light signals have been disconnected lost or broken Fiber Optic Cable connector An LC duplex SFP connector links the transmitter and receiver An LED above each port lights when a signal is received FOX 2G Tx Rx AV e Installation and Setup 2 9 Installation and Setup cont d Operation Power Input L Connect the captive screw connector from the supplied 12 VDC power supply into the power receptacle
23. DEE d KC D 3 Extron Electronics ii INTERFAGING SWITCHING AND DISTRIBUTION Cero User s Guide al FOX 2G Rx AV FOX 26 Re AV CRNA FOX 2G Tx Rx AV Video and Audio Fiber Optic Transmitter and Receiver 68 1466 01 Rev B 04 09 Precautions Safety Instructions e English This symbol is intended to alert the user of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature provided with the equipment This symbol is intended to alert the user of the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may present a risk of electric shock Caution Read Instructions Read and understand all safety and operating instructions before using the equipment Retain Instructions The safety instructions should be kept for future reference Follow Warnings Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the equipment or in the user information Avoid Attachments Do not use tools or attachments that are not recommended by the equipment manufacturer because they may be hazardous Consignes de S curit e Fran ais Ce symbole sert avertir l utilisateur que la documentation fournie avec le mat riel contient des instructions importantes concernantl exploitation et Ja maintenance r paration Ce symbole sert a avertir l utilisateur de la pr sence dans le boitierdel appareil de tensions dangereuses non isol es posant des risques d lectroc
24. Specifications Included Parts Optional Accessories Reference Information Specifications NOTE NOTE NOTE NOTE The FOX 2G AV consists of a transmitter FOX 2G Tx AV and a receiver FOX 2G Rx AV with one or two fiber optic cables linking the two units The analog video input signal is digitized pixel for pixel in the transmitter sent digitally through the fiber cable and converted back to analog video in the receiver The analog audio signal s is are digitized in the transmitter sent through the fiber cable and converted back to analog in the receiver These transceivers are class 1 laser products They meet the safety regulations of IEC 60825 FDA 21 CFR 1040 10 and FDA 21 CFR 1040 11 Optical fiber interconnection between transmitter and receiver Numb r type serpin 1 or 2 fiber optic NOTE Only one fiber is required to transmit video audio and unidirectional data A second fiber is required to transit return data for bidirectional control communication ConnectO9s isccetciccdssavsciieves 2 LC connectors Operating dietance 30 km 18 75 miles with singlemode SM cables with an SM model NOTE 500 m 1640 with 62 5 um multimode MM cables with an MM model 1 km 3280 with 50 pm MM cables with an MM model 2 km 6561 with 50 pm 2000 MHz bandwidth laser optimized MM cables with an MM model Operating distance is approximate These are typical maximum distances that may vary depending
25. ccecseseceeeeeeeseseeeeseeeseeteenees 2 2 Rack Mountings aii 2 2 UL guidelines for rack mounting 2 2 Rack mounting procedures eeeeeereereeenn 2 3 Under desk mounting 2 4 Through desk MOUNTING ccceeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeseeeeees 2 5 Above Projector mounting 2 6 Front Panel Features 2 8 Rear Panel Features 2 9 le keen elena aidan 2 10 Power Inputs cs 2scic0 ieee Eege cence ceeds 2 10 Video Connections 00 2 cece eeeeeeeeeeeeeteeeeeeeeeeteeeteneeeeeeee 2 11 Audio Connections cceeceeeceeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeteneeseeeeeeeeee 2 12 En ME 2 13 Fiber Optic Cable Connector s sessssesseesneeerreeerneennenen nee 2 14 Daisy Chain Capability ooeeeeeeeeeeneeeetneeenneennnerennennenennee 2 15 Chapter Three e Conftguratton 3 1 RS 232 o g e EE 3 2 RS 232 Control of Tx and Rx Untts cece 3 4 Simple Instruction Set SIS Commande 3 5 Introduction to SIS voaat eeaeee i 3 5 Symbols used in this manual 3 6 Error messages siiis ee aisle envio 3 7 Command Response Table for SIS Commands 3 8 FOX 2G Tx Rx AV e Table of Contents i Table of Contents cont d Windows Based Program Control 3 15 Installing the software Starting the program Status ren sccsseteccsetcceeres cesceecaives eee stteveisecessstaestvesscsvanes Memory Preset area ek d ET EE Video Adjustment area c cccceeceeeeeeeeeeeeteteeeeeeeeees Video Format are Advanced Config
26. ceiver to the transmitter 3 16 FOX 2G Tx Rx AV e Configuration Status area The Status area provides visual indications of the connection status Status g Loopit Connected to Receiver gt Video 7 bi ZK Model FOX 2G AV MM J Audio Link 2 Optional Multi Mode Other side FOX 2G AV MM Input Frequency Horz 15 7Hz Vert 60 00 kHz Temperature S3F 34C Figure 3 7 Status area Video present indicator Shows green to indicate the presence of Composite S Video or Component video signals Audio present indicator Shows green when the transmitter detects an audio signal at or more than 35 dB below the nominal level Stays on until the signal falls below this threshold continuously for 10 seconds Loop out indicator Only visible if the computer is connected to the receiver Link 1 indicator Shows green when the receiver detects light on Link 1 connecting the Tx port of the transmitter to the Rx port of the receiver The receiver reports the status to the transmitter over Link 2 NOTE If the computer is connected to either of the transmitter s control ports and Link 2 is disconnected the Link 1 indicator will not show green because when the receiver detects light on Link 1 it will not be able to pass that information to the transmitter Link 2 Optional indicator Shows green when the transmitter detects light on Link 2 connecting the Tx port of the receiver to the Rx port of the transmitter
27. chte Batterien nur durch den gleichen oder einen vergleichbaren Batterietyp der auch vom Hersteller empfohlen wird Entsorgen Sie verbrauchte Batterien bitte gem den Herstelleranweisungen Advertencia Alimentaci n el ctrica e Este equipo debe conectarse nicamente a la fuente tipo de alimentaci n el ctrica indicada en el mismo La alimentaci n el ctrica de este equipo debe provenir de un sistema de distribuci n general con conductor neutro a tierra La tercera pata puesta a tierra es una medida de seguridad no puentearia ni eliminaria Desconexi n de alimentaci n el ctrica Para desconectar con seguridad la acometida de alimentaci n el ctrica al equipo desenchufar todos los cables de alimentaci n en el panel trasero del equipo o desenchufar el m dulo de alimentaci n si fuera independiente o desenchufar el cable del recept culo de la pared Protecci n del cables de alimentaci n e Los cables de alimentaci n el ctrica se deben instalar en lugares donde no sean pisados ni apretados por objetos que se puedan apoyar sobre ellos Reparaciones mantenimiento Solicitar siempre los servicios t cnicos de personal calificado En el interior no hay partes a las que el usuario deba acceder Para evitar riesgo de electrocuci n no intentar personalmente la reparaci n mantenimiento de este equipo ya que al abrir o extraer las tapas puede quedar expuesto a voltajes peligrosos u otros riesgos Ranuras y aberturas e Si el equ
28. commands consist of a string one or more characters per command field For the FOX 2G Tx Rx AV apart from setting audio gain G and attenuation g upper and lower case characters may be used interchangeably Commands do not require any special characters to begin or end the command string Each response from the unit ends with a carriage return and a line feed CR LF 4 which signals the end of the response character string When the FOX 2G Tx Rx AV unit is first switched on depending on the model it sends one of the following messages c Copyright 2008 Extron Electronics FOX 2G Tx AV Vx xx 60 941 114 or c Copyright 2008 Extron Electronics FOX 2G Tx AV Vx xx 60 941 12 lt 4 or c Copyright 2008 Extron Electronics FOX 2G Rx AV Vx xx 60 941 214 c Copyright 2008 Extron Electronics FOX 2G Rx AV Vx xx 60 941 22 lt 4 where V x xx is the firmware version number and 60 941 xx is the product catalog number FOX 2G Tx Rx AV e Configuration 3 5 Configuration cont d Symbols used in this manual When programming in the field certain characters are most conveniently represented by the hexadecimal equivalent of their ASCII value For convenience the table below shows the hexadecimal equivalent of each ASCII command ASCII to HEX Conversion Table Esc1B CR D geo 1 e 2 rn See Tv OO n SE Oe ON SO GO Lt H Na OoONDcCO NOTE Apart from G gain and g attenuation upper a
29. device Output Video Formatting The user can set the output video signal format composite S Video or component or follow the format of the source device video follow FOX 2G Tx Rx AV e Introduction 1 3 Introduction cont d Picture and audio adjustments Available picture adjustments include color tint contrast and brightness Audio adjustments include input gain and attenuation and output level Both audio and video can be muted Troubleshooting features A variety of LED signals and indicators allow easy diagnosis of problems Easy configuration The units can be configured using Extron s Special Instruction Set SIS or the FOX Extender Windows Control Program FOX 2G Tx Rx AV Application Diagram Extron FOX 2G Tx AV Fiber Optic Transmitter DVD VCR Combo Projector Control Up to 30 km 18 75 miles on singlemode fiber SM Model a a Optional Second Fiber Link a for Box to Box Communications L1 a P Extron MPA 122 Mini Power Amplifier Output FOX 2G Rx AV Gage Fiber Optic Receiver Projector Figure 1 1 Typical Application for FOX 2G Tx Rx Av 1 4 FOX 2G Tx Rx AV e Introduction FOX 2G Tx Rx AV Chapter Two Installation and Setup Mounting the FOX 2G Tx Rx AV Front Panel Features Rear Panel Features Operation Installation and Setup Mounting the FOX 2G Tx Rx AV The 1U high quarter rack wide units can be placed on a tabletop mounted
30. in a rack or mounted under or through a desk or other furniture In addition the receiver can be mounted close to a projector using the Extron PMK 350 Part 70 563 03 Tabletop placement Attach the four included rubber feet to the bottom of the unit and place it in any convenient location Rack Mounting UL guidelines for rack mounting The following Underwriters Laboratories UL guidelines are relevant to the safe installation of the FOX 2G Tx Rx AV ina rack 1 Elevated operating ambient temperature If the unit is installed in a closed or multi unit rack assembly the operating ambient temperature of the rack environment may be greater than room ambient temperature Therefore install the equipment in an environment compatible with the maximum ambient temperature Tma 122 F 50 C specified by Extron Reduced air flow Install the equipment in the rack so that the equipment gets adequate air flow for safe operation Mechanical loading Mount the equipment in the rack so that uneven mechanical loading does not create a hazardous condition Circuit overloading Connect the equipment to the supply circuit and consider the effect that circuit overloading might have on overcurrent protection and supply wiring Give appropriate consideration to the equipment nameplate ratings when addressing this concern Reliable earthing grounding Maintain reliable grounding of rack mounted equipment Pay pa
31. ipo posee ranuras o orificios en su caja alojamiento es para evitar el sobrecalientamiento de componentes internos sensibles Estas aberturas nunca se deben obstruir con otros objetos Bater a de litio Existe riesgo de explosi n si esta bater a se coloca en la posici n incorrecta Cambiar esta bater a nicamente con el mismo tipo o su equivalente recomendado por el fabricante Desachar las bater as usadas siguiendo las instrucciones del fabricante REM e HX Ca EEN Spe ERr Leen RE Steel else AER AER EE MERE SEI GERD RRM TAT ARII A Avo Renee BO e ien leie e HEARSE ENKER TEE EE RRE ms BEER BRRR deg amer REYNE w mi RHEE DIMER A RT REAR Ka l BAMA TBE JERUNE E iB e A AIEA iZi a HVA DRAFTERS AE FM A Be E A fE A SD ERIL o BRENA LABRE CIERRE REAR AARG EHAR AERE MAMTA EARNER ih e TI EE RER VAEA ay en RPMS AMAA LOR RIES DEES SAE RET AY SAREE A NERA Bit em KERR SRAM LAR mme LURE dT BA AERA A Ran CERNE r ng TI ERM WEA D RTL ln I y d FCC Class A Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the fo
32. la contourner ni de la d sactiver D connexion de l alimentation Pour mettre le mat riel hors tension sans danger d connectez tous les cordons d alimentation de l arri re de l appareil ou du module d alimentation de bureau s il est amovible ou encore de la prise secteur Protection du cordon d alimentation Acheminer les cordons d alimentation de mani re ce que personne ne risque de marcher dessus et ce qu ils ne soient pas cras s ou pinc s par des objets R paration maintenance Faire ex cuter toutes les interventions de r paration maintenance par un technicien qualifi Aucun des l ments internes ne peut tre r par par l utilisateur Afin d viter tout danger d lectrocution l utilisateur ne doit pas essayer de proc der lui m me ces op rations car l ouverture ou le retrait des couvercles risquent de l exposer de hautes tensions et autres dangers Fentes et orifices e Si le bo tier de l appareil comporte des fentes ou des orifices ceux ci servent emp cher les composants internes sensibles de surchauffer Ces ouvertures ne doivent jamais tre bloqu es par des objets Lithium Batterie e Il a danger d explosion sl y a remplacment incorrect de la batterie Remplacer uniquement avec une batterie du meme type ou d un ype equivalent recommande par le constructeur Mettre au reut les batteries usagees conformement aux instructions du fabricant Vorsicht Stromquellen Dieses Ger t sollte nur
33. llowing two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation The Class A limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in acommercial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense NOTE This unit was tested with shielded cables on the peripheral devices Shielded cables must be used with the unit to ensure compliance with FCC emissions limits dal Cor complete safety information about these products please read the Safety Compliances sheet which is available online at www extron com Table of Contents Chapter One e Introducton cece 1 1 About this Manual 1 2 About the FOX 2G TX RX AV oo cccccccccccccscecscscseetsesescsesesesees 1 2 FOX 2G Tx Rx AV Features 0 cceccccceeeeeeeeteeeeeteteeeeeeaes 1 3 FOX 2G Tx Rx AV Application Diagram 1 4 Chapter Two Installation and Setup 2 1 Mounting the FOX 2G TxX RX AN seiseeeeeseeeeseeresrrresereeen 2 2 Tabletop placement cccccccec
34. nd lower case characters can be used interchangeably in SIS commands for this product For example on page 3 8 non either CT or Te can be used to set the color value The symbols Xn values defined in this section are the variables used in the fields of the command response table that begins on page 3 8 lt 4 carriage return with line feed carriage return no line feed e space character Ese Escape key x1 Input video type 0 Auto 4 Component 5 S video 6 Composite x2 Color tint contrast or brightness adjustment 0 to 127 K3 Auto Memory blanking or audio mute status 0 disabled 1 enabled 3 6 FOX 2G Tx Rx AV e Configuration Output video type 0 Follow input type 6 Component 7 S video 8 Composite K5 Audio gain 0 to 10 dB Audio attenuation 18 to 0 dB Audio level 18 to 10 dB Audio output level 0 Consumer level 10 dBV default 1 Professional level 4 dBu Test pattern 0 Test pattern off 1 Color bars 2 Grayscale 3 Alternating pixels Link 2 transmission status 0 disables link 2 1 enables link 2 from receiver back to transmitter 2 enables daisy chain mode on receiver x11 SM singlemode or MM multimode Tx transmitter or Rx receiver x13 Memory presets 1 to 30 Internal temperature in degrees Fahrenheit and Celsius xxxF xxC Error messages E10 Invalid command E
35. ng the L bracket to the PMK 350 base plate 13 14 Reattach the cover sheet see figure 2 4 Reattach and secure the front and back panels using the screws retained in step 1 FOX 2G Tx Rx AV e Installation and Setup 2 7 Installation and Setup cont d Front Panel Features The illustration below shows the front panel features of the FOX 2G Tx AV top and FOX 2G Rx AV bottom FORMAT Coen S VIDEO rv AUDIO CONFIG COMPONEN CAUTO FOX 2G Tx AV VIDEO F BER OPTIC TRANSMITTER FORMAT COMPOSITE LUOP OUT s VIDEO LAAUDIO CONFIG COMPONENT FOLLOW FOX 2G Rx AV VIDEO FIBER OPTIC RECEIVER Figure 2 6 FOX 2G TxIRx AV front panel features Power LED This green light is on when the unit is receiving power Video Format LEDs These lights show signal presence and type The transimtter indicates Composite S Video Component and Auto The receiver indicates Composite S Video Component and Follow Audio LED Lights when the transmitter detects an audio signal at or above 35 dB below the nominal level Stays on until the signal falls below this threshold continuously for 10 seconds Loop Out LED This LED is only on the receiver and indicates that the unit is in the Daisy Chain mode Config Port This 2 5 mm mini jack connector is an alternative to the rear panel RS 232 connections for configuring the units using SIS commands or FOX Extender Windows
36. ocess Process Input configuration Color Audio gain Tint Brightness Contrast Video mute Output configuration Daisy chain loop out mode Audio mute Audio output level Figure 3 4 System block diagram For full functionality both fiber optic links must be enabled If only Link 1 is enabled the ability to configure the system through SIS commands is limited by the lack of return communication from the receiver to the transmitter e All configuration carried out using the transmitter will be processed normally because only fiber Link 1 is required e Queries from the transmitter about the status of receiver settings will not be processed correctly because fiber Link 2 is required to carry the return signal e The receiver cannot be used to configure the transmitter because fiber Link 2 is required The lack of communication between the transmitter and the receiver can result in mismatches in the value settings of the two units which may cause confusion with control systems or software applications To avoid this within four seconds of Link 2 becoming active the receiver settings are automatically copied to the transmitter to ensure settings for both units match NOTE When the receiver settings are copied to the transmitter existing transmitter settings are overwritten and it may be necessary to update those values 3 4 FOX 2G Tx Rx AV e Configuration Simple Instruction Set SIS Commands Introduction to SIS SIS
37. ogram WCP communicates with the transmitter and receiver pair via the rear panel Remote RS 232 port or front panel Configuration port of either unit The program is compatible with Windows 2000 Windows XP and later versions of Windows Upgrades to the program can be downloaded from the Extron Web site www extron com Installing the software Insert the disk provided into the computer s CD DVD ROM drive If the setup program does not start automatically run Launch exe from the CD DVD ROM directory in Windows My Computer Select the Software tab locate the FOX Extender WCP program and click Install Follow the on screen instructions By default the Installer program creates a C Program Files Extron Fox Extenders folder containing the FOX Extender WCP An icon may also be placed on the Windows desktop Starting the program Start the Extron FOX Extender WCP as follows 1 Set up and power on the units as described in Chapter 2 Connect the PC to one of the control ports on either the transmitter or receiver 2 Click Start gt All Programs gt Extron Electronics gt FOX Extender WCP gt FOX Extender WCP or click on the desktop icon see icon at right The Communication Setup window opens see figure 3 5 Communication Setup R5232 Pot Baud Rate Parity Data Bits Stop Bits Connect Cancel Figure 3 5 Communication Setup window FOX 2G Tx Rx AV e Configuration 3 15 Configuration cont d
38. on Keine Zusatzgerate e Verwenden Sie keine Werkzeuge oder Zusatzgerate die nicht ausdriicklich vom Hersteller empfohlen wurden da diese eine Gefahrenquelle darstellen k nnen Instrucciones de seguridad e Espa ol Este simbolo se utiliza para advertir al usuario sobre instrucciones importantes de operaci n y mantenimiento o cambio de partes que se desean destacar en el contenido de la documentaci n suministrada con los equipos Este simbolo se utiliza para advertir al usuario sobre la presencia de elementos con voltaje peligroso sin protecci n aislante que puedan encontrarse dentro de la caja o alojamiento del producto y que puedan representar riesgo de electrocuci n Precaucion Leer las instrucciones Leer y analizar todas las instrucciones de operaci n y seguridad antes de usar el equipo Conservar las instrucciones Conservar las instrucciones de seguridad para futura consulta Obedecer las advertencias Todas las advertencias e instrucciones marcadas en el equipo o en la documentaci n del usuario deben ser obedecidas Evitar el uso de accesorios No usar herramientas o accesorios que no sean especificamente recomendados por el fabricante ya que podrian implicar riesgos Warning Power sources This equipment should be operated only from the power source indicated on the product This equipment is intended to be used with a main power system with a grounded neutral conductor The third grounding pin is a
39. on factors such as fiber type fiber bandwidth connector splicing losses modal or chromatic dispersion environmental factors and kinks Nominal peak wavelength 850 nm for FOX 2G AV MM model Data rate 1310 nm for FOX 2G AV SM model SE Eege 2 125 Gbps A 2 FOX 2G Tx Rx AV e Reference Information Transmission power Ginglemode en 5 dBm typical Multimode 5 dBm typical Maximum receiver sensitivity Ginglemode en 18 dBm typical Multtmode 12 dBm typical Optical loss budget Ginglemode en 13 dB maximum Multtmode cece 7 dB maximum Video Galli cheiceteetis nein E E Unity Standards tu ER stsenaariume NTSC 3 58 NTSC 4 43 PAL SECAM autodetected OUEPUES serisinin NTSC 3 58 PAL follows input vertical rate IR Adaptive 2D digital comb filter Video input transmitters Number type sissies 1 component Y R Y B Y S video composite video CONMNE CHOPS eiiieaenii 1x3 female BNC or 1 female 4 pin mini DIN for S video Nominal level saiisine 1 0 Vp p for Y of component video and S video and for composite video 0 7 Vp p for R Y and B Y of component video 0 3 Vp p for C of S video Minimum maximum levels Analog 0 3 V to 1 5 Vp p with no offset Impedance escccssisssccescamaenstecreerces 75 ohms 5 MHz Retur Jee eee es 30 dB for Y VID B Y C R Y 5 MHz Tinput COUPLING srice AC Video output receivers Number Pepe 1 component Y R Y B Y video S Video composite video
40. ontrast tint and brightness to default values 64 Test Pattern Color bars Grayscale Alternating pixels Off View current test pattern status Sets color bars test pattern on Ra 0 test pattern off 1 color bars 2 grayscale 3 alternating pixels Sets grayscale test pattern on Sets alternating pixels test pattern on Sets test pattern off Displays current test pattern status Link 2 Transmission Disable 66 0 0 Enable 66 0 1 Daisy chain 66 0 2 View current Link 2 status 66 0 Rle 0 04 Rle 0 04 Rle 0 0 lt 4 OST a Disables link 2 Link 2 status 10 0 disables link 2 receiver to transmitter 1 enables link 2 2 enables receiver daisy chain mode Enables link 2 Enables receiver daisy chain mode Displays current link 2 status This command will only be available on the reciever unit the transmitter will respond with an E14 error code p UO gt uoleunbijuoD uoljeinBijuo gt e AN XY XL DZ VO ELE Command ASCII Command host to unit Information Request General information Query firmware F W version Q Query all F W versions 0Q Query Factory F W version Query updated F W version Query factory FPGA version Query updated FPGA version Query part number Query other unit part number Response unit to host 1LinkX3 2LinkX3 e Vid x3 e Audiol KOL xxx X XXEX XXEX XXX XX xxx xxx xxx xxx 60 941 zz lt 4 60 941 zz lt
41. pair or replace said products or components to whatever extent it shall deem necessary to restore said product to proper operating condition provided that it is returned within the warranty period with proof of purchase and description of malfunction to USA Canada South America Japan and Central America Extron Japan Extron USA Kyodo Building 16 Ichibancho 1001 East Ball Road Chiyoda ku Tokyo 102 0082 Anaheim CA 92805 Japan U S A China Europe Africa and the Middle East Extron China Extron Europe 686 Ronghua Road Hanzeboulevard 10 Songjiang District 3825 PH Amersfoort Shanghai 201611 The Netherlands China Asia Middle East Extron Asia Extron Middle East 135 Joo Seng Road 04 01 Dubai Airport Free Zone PM Industrial Bldg F12 PO Box 293666 Singapore 368363 United Arab Emirates Dubai Singapore This Limited Warranty does not apply if the fault has been caused by misuse improper handling care electrical or mechanical abuse abnormal operating conditions or non Extron authorized modification to the product If it has been determined that the product is defective please call Extron and ask for an Applications Engineer at 714 491 1500 USA 31 33 453 4040 Europe 65 6383 4400 Asia or 81 3 3511 7655 Japan to receive an RA Return Authorization number This will begin the repair process as quickly as possible Units must be returned insured with shipping charges prepaid If not insured you assume the
42. part 70 077 01 as follows L Remove the rubber feet if these have been installed on the bottom of the unit Secure the mounting brackets to the transmitter or receiver using the four 4 40 screws provided see figure 2 2 below Figure 2 2 Under desk mounting 3 Hold the unit with the brackets attached against the underside of the table or other furniture Mark the location of the screw holes of the bracket on the mounting surface Drill four pilot holes each 3 32 2 mm in diameter by 1 4 6 3 mm deep in the mounting surface at the marked screw locations Insert 8 wood screws into the four pilot holes Tighten each screw into the mounting surface until just less than 1 4 6 3 mm of the screw head protrudes Guide the mounting screws through the slots in the brackets and place the unit tight against the surface Slide the unit slightly in or out so that the screws are seated in the narrowest part of the mounting bracket slots tighten all four screws to secure the unit in place see the figure above 2 4 FOX 2G Tx Rx AV e Installation and Setup Through desk mounting Mount the FOX 2G Tx Rx AV through a desk or podium using the optional Extron MBD 129 through desk mounting kit part 70 077 02 as follows 1 Remove the rubber feet if these have been installed on the bottom of the unit Attach the brackets to the transmitter or receiver using the four 4 40 screws provided leave the screws slightl
43. r e FOX 2G Tx AV SM singlemode transmitter e FOX 2G Rx AV MM multimode receiver e FOX 2G Rx AV SM singlemode receiver The MM models have 850 nm multimode small form factor pluggable SFP modules and carry signals up to 2 km 6561 feet The SM models have 1310 nm singlemode SFP modules and carry signals up to 30 km 18 miles The transmitter is connected to the receiver using the appropriate fiber optic cable SM or MM The transmitter and receiver must be compatible Both must be MM or both must be SM It is not possible to mix types MENA The FOX 2G Tx Rx AV outputs continuous invisible light Class 1 rated which may be harmful and dangerous to the eyes use with caution Do not look into the rear panel fiber optic cable connectors or into the fiber optic cables themselves NOTE Plug the attached dust caps into the optical transceivers when the fiber optic cable is unplugged 1 2 FOX 2G Tx Rx AV e Introduction FOX 2G Tx Rx AV Features The FOX 2G video units are compatible with the Extron Fiber Matrix units However they are not compatible with the Extron FOXBOX 4G FOX 500 RGB and FOX 500 DVI FOX 500 DA6 FOX HD SDI Digitized signal transmission Ensures perfect image quality The non linearity of the fiber components does not affect signal quality Light can be distributed and repeated without signal degradation or compression Long distance transmission Signals may be transmitted up to 2 km
44. re the receiver to convert between signal formats see page 3 10 m m To input a low resolution component signal YNID B Y C or output a component output signal connect C d three BNC male connectors to the Y VID S B Y C and R Y receptacles on the back panelof RY the unit Component There are two alternative methods to input or output an S video signal YMD B Y C e Connect BNC male connectors to the Y VID and B Y C receptacles on the back panel of the unit OR S video e Connect a 4 pin mini DIN to the S VID receptacle on the back panel of the unit In addition to the selected output type using BNC connectors a transcoded S video signal is always output from the receiver s S VID socket To input or output a composite signal use a single BNC male connector to the Y VID receptacle on the back panel of the unit When both the BNC connectors and the 4 pin mini DIN provide simultaneous video input sch the signal with the highest priority for video output is highlighted in the table below Composite BNC Input Mini DIN Input Component S Video S Video S Video Composite S Video FOX 2G Tx Rx AV e Installation and Setup 2 11 Installation and Setup cont d Audio Connections Audio input to the FOX 2G Tx AV and audio output from the FOX 2G Rx AV are made through the 3 5 mm 5 pole captive screw connectors Input and output can be mono or stereo and can be balanced or unbalanced depending on
45. risk of loss or damage during shipment Returned units must include the serial number and a description of the problem as well as the name of the person to contact in case there are any questions Extron Electronics makes no further warranties either expressed or implied with respect to the product and its quality performance merchantability or fitness for any particular use In no event will Extron Electronics be liable for direct indirect or consequential damages resulting from any defect in this product even if Extron Electronics has been advised of such damage Please note that laws vary from state to state and country to country and that some provisions of this warranty may not apply to you Extron USA West Extron USA East Extron Europe Extron Asia Extron Japan Extron China Extron Middle East Headquarters 800 633 9876 800 3987 6673 800 7339 8766 81 3 3511 7655 400 883 1568 971 4 2991800 800 633 9876 Inside USA Canada Only Inside Europe Only Inside Asia Only 81 3 3511 7656 FAX Inside China Only 971 4 2991880 FAX Inside USA Canada Only 1 919 863 1794 31 33 453 4040 65 6383 4400 86 21 3760 1568 1 714 491 1500 1 919 863 1797 FAX 31 33 453 4050 FAX 65 6383 4664 FAX 86 21 3760 1566 FAX 1 714 491 1517 FAX 2009 Extron Electronics All rights reserved
46. rticular attention to supply connections other than direct connections to the branch circuit such as the use of power strips 2 2 FOX 2G Tx Rx AV e Installation and Setup Rack mounting procedures The units can be mounted in the front or rear of the D e D To 1 RSU 126 6 deep 1U rack shelf kit part 60 190 10 RSB 126 6 deep 1U basic rack shelf part 60 604 10 RSU 129 9 5 deep 1U rack shelf kit part 60 190 01 RSB 129 9 5 deep 1U basic rack shelf part 60 604 01 mount the units follow these instructions Remove the rubber feet if these have been installed on the bottom of the unit Align the unit on the shelf and secure it to the shelf with two 4 40 x 3 16 screws in diagonally opposite corners see figure 2 1 below Install false faceplate s or other unit s to the rack shelf Attach the shelf to the rack with the four provided 10 32 x 3 4 bolts S sl 1U Universal Rack Shelf ZA 1 2 Rack Width Front False Faceplate K 1 4 Rack Width Front False N lt Faceplate P Pa of Both front false faceplates use 2 screws 2 4 40 x 3 16 Screws o SEEN 20000 gd ees Se d Use 2 mounting holes on opposite corners Figure 2 1 Rack mounting FOX 2G Tx Rx AV e Installation and Setup 2 3 Installation and Setup cont d Under desk mounting Mount the FOX 2G Tx Rx AV under a desk or podium using the optional Extron MBU 125 under desk mounting kit
47. tted 2 km 6561 feet over multimode MM fiber and 30 km 18 miles over singlemode fiber see Operating Distance Specs on page A 2 An MM transmitter must always be connected to a MM receiver and an SM transmitter can only be connected to a SM receiver MEA The FOX 2G Tx Rx AV outputs continuous invisible light Class 1 rated which may be harmful and dangerous to the eyes use with caution Do not look into the rear panel fiber optic cable connectors or into the fiber optic cables themselves Plug the attached dust caps into the optical transceivers when the fiber optic cable is unplugged An LED above each port lights when a signal is received The receiver unit s optical Rx port will light when a signal from fiber link 1 reaches the receiver The transmitter unit s optical Rx port will light when a signal from link 2 reaches the transmitter FOX 2G Tx Rx AV e Installation and Setup Daisy Chain Capability FOX 2G Rx AV receivers have a loop out mode that allows a signal to be passed from the receiver along a daisy chain of to up to ten receivers with a display device attached to each receiver The loop out mode is set using RS 232 commands For more information see chapter 3 Simple Instruction Set SIS Commands All receivers in the daisy chain must be compatible i e they must all be SM or all be MM models connected with the appropriate fiber optic cable Each receiver receives a signal at its Rx fiber optic port and
48. uration area Audio Adjustment area Firmware for FOX 2G TX RX AN SIS Command Validity Table Appendix A e Reference Information A 1 S PGOCITIGAT Un CN A 2 included Parts isc sisciscesssstsonccnennian uciecineeen ies ncs A 7 Optional Accessories cccccccssescsesessteseteteseteseteteseteeetenes A 7 All trademarks mentioned in this manual are the properties of their respective owners 68 1466 01 Rev B 04 09 ii FOX 2G Tx Rx AV e Table of Contents 3 FOX 2G Tx Rx AV ve Chapter One Introduction About this Manual About the FOX 2G Tx Rx AV FOX 2G Tx Rx AV Features FOX 2G Tx Rx AV Application Diagram Introduction About this Manual This manual contains information about the FOX 2G Tx Rx AV family of signal transmitters and receivers with information on how to mount install and operate these units In this manual unless otherwise specified the term FOX 2G Tx Rx AV refers to the features or operation of all four units The term transmitter refers to both the multimode MM and singlemode SM transmitters and the receiver refers to both the MM and SM receivers About the FOX 2G Tx Rx AV The FOX 2G Tx AV and FOX 2G Rx AV are a high performance low resolution video audio and data RS 232 transmitter Tx and receiver Rx pairs Signals are transmitted over fiber optic cable at rates up to 2 Gbps There are four different units e FOX 2G Tx AV MM multimode transmitte
49. ution Attention Lire les instructions Prendre connaissance de toutes les consignes de s curit et d exploitation avant d utiliser le mat riel Conserver les instructions Ranger les consignes de s curit afin de pouvoir les consulter l avenir Respecter les avertissements e Observer tous les avertissements et consignes marqu s sur le mat riel ou pr sent s dans la documentation utilisateur Eviter les pi ces de fixation Ne pas utiliser de pi ces de fixation ni d outils non recommand s par le fabricant du mat riel car cela risquerait de poser certains dangers Sicherheitsanleitungen e Deutsch Dieses Symbol soll dem Benutzer in der im Lieferumfang enthaltenen Dokumentation besonders wichtige Hinweise zur Bedienung und Wartung Instandhaltung geben Dieses Symbol soll den Benutzer darauf aufmerksam machen da im Inneren des Geh uses dieses Produktes gef hrliche Spannungen die nichtisoliert sind und die einen elektrischen Schock verursachen k nnen herrschen Achtung Lesen der Anleitungen Bevor Sie das Ger t zum ersten Mal verwenden sollten Sie alle Sicherheits und Bedienungsanleitungen genau durchlesen und verstehen Aufbewahren der Anleitungen Die Hinweise zur elektrischen Sicherheit des Produktes sollten Sie aufbewahren damit Sie im Bedarfsfall darauf zur ckgreifen k nnen Befolgen der Warnhinweise e Befolgen Sie alle Warnhinweise und Anleitungen auf dem Ger t oder in der Benutzerdokumentati
50. vide SIS commands to configure the tranmitter receiver settings when connected to a control device SIS commands for the FOX 2G Tx Rx AV are shown starting on page 3 8 The two comm ports work in parallel However depending on the computer or the communication settings connecting to both comm ports at once may result in one or both ports not working Extron recommends that only one comm port front or back is used at a time The protocol for both ports is 9600 baud no parity 8 data bits 1 stop bit and no flow control NOTE Both RS 232 Remote and RS 232 Over Fiber signals require fiber optic link 1 and link 2 for full functionality see page 3 4 The front panel Config port uses a 2 5 mm mini jack connector Extron recommends the 9 pin D Female to 2 5 mm TRS Configuration Cable part 70 335 01 Tip Ring Sleeve Gnd 2 5 mm TRS connector Pin TRS Function Tip Transmit data Ring Receive data Sleeve Signal ground ik P Figure 3 1 Front panel RS 232 port 3 2 FOX 2G Tx Rx AV e Configuration As an alternative to the front panel TRS port the RS 232 Remote port on the rear panel uses three connectors in a 5 pole captive screw connector OVER FIBER REMOTE Pin Function LI TX Transmit data Herde RX Receive data Gnd Signal ground CN be ZS MAX l 5 mm SESS Do not tin the wires Controlling Device Receive Rx Receive Rx Transmit Tx Transmit Tx Ground Ground 4
51. with the Om op Daisy Chain mode enabled Auto Image Auto Memory May be switched on or off using radio buttons When Auto Memory is on previously saved values such as color tint contrast and brightness will be applied whenever the vertical field rate of the input changes Test Patterns Off v Auto Image Returns the video adjustment settings of color tint contrast and brightness back to their default values 64 Test Patterns Allow the user to select one of three built in test patterns color bars grayscale or alternating pixels which help calibrate the display device When Off is selected the receiver outputs the video signal from the source device FOX 2G Tx Rx AV e Configuration 3 19 Configuration cont d 3 20 Audio Adjustment area Audio Gain Attenuation Provides a click and drag slider control to select the input audio gain or attenuation value from 18 dB to 10 dB in 1 0 dB increments Changes to the input gain or attenuation are made in the transmitter If the control computer is connected to the receiver and Link 2 is not active the gain and attenuation values cannot be changed Audio Output Level Provides radio buttons to allow a choice between consumer level 10 dBV or professional level 4 dBu for the audio output FOX 2G Tx Rx AV e Configuration Audio Adjustment Audio Gain Atten 10 dB od L 18 dB 00 dB Audio Output Level Consumer Level
52. y loose Figure 2 3 Through desk mounting 3 Hold the unit in position under the mounting surface Mark the location of the four screw holes and the mounting hole to be cut in the table Remove the table material Test the fit by inserting the front of the device through the hole If necessary use a rasp or coarse file to enlarge the hole Drill four pilot holes each 3 32 2 mm in diameter by 1 4 deep 6 3 mm deep as marked on the template Attach the brackets to the mounting surface using the four 8 wood screws provided with the kit Slide the device in or out until the front panel is flush with the table surface Tighten the screws installed in step 2 If the screws are inaccessible to a screwdriver mark the location of the unit relative to the bracket remove the unit and bracket tighten the screws and replace the unit as described in step 6 FOX 2G Tx Rx AV e Installation and Setup 2 5 Installation and Setup cont d Above Projector mounting Mount the FOX 2G Rx AV above a projector using an optional Extron Projector Mounting Kit The following intructions apply to the PMK 350 part 70 563 03 To use other projector mounting kits consult the appropriate manual Mount the receiver on the PMK 350 as follows 1 Remove and retain the four screws holding the front and back panels of the PMK 350 Remove the cover sheet Remove the rubber feet if these have been installed on the bottom of the FOX 2G Rx
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