Three Input Universal Switcher
with an Integrated Fiber Optic Transmitter
User Guide
Fiber Optic Switcher
68-2226-01 Rev. A
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FCC Class A Notice
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to part15 of the FCC rules. The ClassA limits provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
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 interference; the user must correct the interference at his own expense.
NOTE: For more information on safety guidelines, regulatory compliances, EMI/
EMF compatibility, accessibility, and related topics, see the “Extron Safety and
Regulatory Compliance Guide” on the Extron website.
FDA/IEC 60825-1 Requirements
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
Complies with FDA performance standards for laser products except for deviations pursuant
to Laser Notice No. 5, dated June 24, 2007.
The product is intended to be used with the fiber optic cables fully installed.
This product meets the applicable requirements of IEC 60825-1, Edition 1 (2007).
Any service to this product must be carried out by Extron Electronics and its qualified
service personnel.
Installing Firmware with Firmware Loader ...... 40
ivFOX T USW 203 Universal Switcher • Contents
FOX T USW 203 Universal Switcher • Contentsv
Introduction
This section contains general information about this guide and the FOX T USW 203 Universal
Switcher with an integrated fiber optic transmitter, selected device features, and a typical
application diagram. Topics in this section include:
• About This Guide
• About the FOX T USW 203
• Key Features
• Application Diagram
About This Guide
This guide describes installation, operation, control procedures, and reference information
for the FOX T USW 203 Universal Switcher with an integrated fiber optic transmitter. In this
guide, the terms “FOX T USW 203” and “switcher” are used interchangeably to refer to the
FOX T USW 203 switcher with an integrated fiber optic transmitter in singlemode or
multimode.
About the FOX T USW 203
The Extron FOX T USW 203 is a three input universal switcher with a fiber optic transmitter
that provides long haul transmission of HDCP-compliant HDMI, RGBHV, or HD component
video, stereo audio, and RS-232 signals over fiber optic cabling. The transmitter delivers
pixel-for-pixel transmission of images up to 1920x1200, including HDTV 1080p/60.
The switcher and a compatible FOX Series receiver can be controlled and configured using
Simple Instruction Set (SIS) commands (see Simple Instruction Set Control on page 12) or
the FOX Extenders Control Program (see FOX Extenders Control Program on page 20).
System Compatibility
The FOX T USW 203 operates in either of two modes, selected under RS-232 control, for
compatibility with other, non-HDMI, units:
• Plus — Supports resolutions up to 1920x1200 and 1080p @ 60Hz. The fiber optic
output of the switcher can be received only by one of six receivers: a FOXBOX HDMI Rx,
FOXBOX DVI Plus Rx, PowerCage HDMI Rx, PowerCage FOX DVI Plus Rx,
FOXBOX SR HDMI, and PowerCage FOX SR HDMI.
• Non-Plus — Supports resolutions up to 1600x1200 @ 60 Hz. The fiber optic output of
the transmitter can be received by any FOXBOX, PowerCage FOX, and FOX 500 VGA
and DVI unit, including the Plus and non-Plus units.
Cable Transmission Modes
The transmitter is further categorized by the type of fiber optic cable, multimode
(FOX T USW 203 MM) or singlemode (FOX T USW 203 SM), which define the effective range
of transmission:
• Multimode — Long distance, up to 2 km (6,560 feet) (depending on the fiber cable)
• Singlemode — Very long distance, up to 30 km (18.75 miles)
1FOX T USW 203 Universal Switcher • Introduction
Key Features
Long distance fiber optics transmission — Transmits HDMI or analog video, stereo
audio, and RS-232 signals up to 30 km when using singlemode fiber optic cabling.
Inputs — Include two female HDMI type-A connectors, one RGBHV/RGBS or HD
component on 15-pin HD connector, and one unbalanced analog stereo audio on a 3.5 mm
stereo mini-jack.
All digital technology — Delivers pixel-for-pixel transmission of video signals to ensure
optimal image quality at resolutions up to 1920x1200, including HDTV 1080p/60.
Digital conversion of analog video and audio input signals — Digitizes analog signals,
ensuring that a reliable, high quality digital video signal is sent to the output destination.
Auto-input switching — Automatically switches to the highest or lowest priority input with
an active video signal for simplified operation.
HDCP compliance
Key Minder — Authenticates and maintains continuous HDCP encryption between input
and output devices to ensure quick and reliable switching in professional AV environments,
while enabling simultaneous distribution of a single source signal to one or more displays.
EDID Minder — Automatically manages EDID communication between connected devices
to ensure that all sources properly power up and reliably display content.
Audio embedding — Converts analog stereo audio signals to digital HDMI audio when the
analog input is selected.
Audio gain and attenuation adjustment capability
LED indicators for signal presence, HDCP, and power — Provides a visual indication of
system status for real-time feedback and monitoring of key performance parameters.
RS-232 control — Features an RS-232 serial port for control and configuration.
Contact closure remote control availability
Alarm notification for fiber link loss — The FOX T USW 203 can be set up to trigger an
external control system for immediate notification when a fiber link has been lost. Requires a
second fiber link.
Multimode and singlemode availability — Available as an 850 nm multimode model for
long-range transmissions up to 2 km (6,560 feet), and a 1310 nm singlemode model for
extreme distances up to 30 km (18.75 miles).
Industry standard LC connectors — Provide reliable physical connectivity and precise
fiber core alignment.
Compatibility with the following Extron FOX series:
• Matrix switchers — Creates HDCP-compliant signal distribution systems up to
1000x1000 and larger.
• HDMI, DVI Plus, DVI, and VGA receivers — Compatible with FOX series HDMI and
DVI Plus receivers up to 1920x1200, including HDTV 1080p/60. Compatible with
FOX series DVI and VGA receivers up to 1600x1200, including HDTV 1080p/60.
NOTE: The FOX T USW 203 is not compatible with the FOX 3G HD-SDI, FOX 3G DVC,
or FOX AV models.
Front panel USB configuration port
1 RU high, half rack width metal enclosure — Compact, low profile enclosure for
discreet placement and concealment.
Includes LockIt® HDMI cable lacing bracket
Energy-efficient external universal power supply included (replacement
part number 70-775-01) — Provides worldwide compatibility, low power consumption,
and reduced operating costs.
FOX T USW 203 Universal Switcher • Introduction2
Application Diagram
The following diagram shows a typical application of the FOX T USW 203 with three input
sources, output display, connected fiber optic receiver, and control system.
Extron
FOX T USW 203
Fiber Optic Switcher
FOX T USW 203
RS-232CONTACT
VGA PC
REMOTE
ALARM
RS-232
OUTPUTS
OVER FIBER
GTxRx G1 2 1 2 3 G
LINK
Tx Rx
TxRx
LINK
INPUTS
HDMI
OPTICAL
2
AUDIO
HDMI
1
3
RGB/R-Y, Y, B-Y
POWER
LOOP-THRU
12V
0.7 A MAX
RS-232
Up to 30 km
(18.75 miles)
singlemode ber
SM Model
RS-232
IPL 250
R
VGA
Audio
Extron
FOXBOX SR HDMI
Fiber Optic Receiver
AUDIO
L R
OUTPUTS
HDMI
HDMI AUDIO
ON
RxTx
LINK
POWER
OPTICAL
12V
1.0A MAX
OFF
FOX SR HDMI
LINK
RS-232
HDMI Laptop
Blu-ray Player
HDMI
+ Audio
HDMI
+ Audio
Flat Panel Display
Figure 1. Typical FOX T USW 203 Application
TouchLink
Control
System
®
100
RELAY
LINK
ACT
31
INPUT
IR
3
1
42
31
COM
RX
4
TX
2
1
42
2
3
REMOTE
RS-232
ALARM
RS-232
Tx Rx
OVER FIBER
Tx Rx 1 2
HDMI
TCP/IP
Audio
Output
VCR
DVD
DOC
CAM
LAPTOP
PC
ON
OFF
DISPLAY
MUTE
SCREEN
UP
SCREEN
DOWN
Extron
XPA 1002
Power
Amplier
Extron
XPA 1002
2
OUTPUT
SI 28
1
CLASS 2 WIRING
REMOTE
10V 50 mA
VOL/MUTE
INPUTS
2
STANDBY
1
LEVEL
2
1
0
2
1
0
LIMITER/
PROTECT
SIGNAL
100-240V 1.3A, 50-60Hz
Surface-mount
Speakers
Flat Panel Display
FOX T USW 203 Universal Switcher • Introduction3
Installation
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This section describes information for connecting and wiring the FOX T USW 203. Topics in
this section include:
• Mounting the FOX T USW 203
• Rear Panel Features
• Making Connections
Mounting the FOX T USW 203
The FOX T USW 203 can be mounted in a rack, under a desk, or on a tabletop (see
Mounting on page 37 for more mounting details).
Rear Panel Features
POWER
12V
0.8 A MAX
jbdefgh iac
Figure 2. FOX T USW 203 Rear Panel Features
Input Connectors
Analog video connector — Connect a video source to the female 15-pin HD
a
connector, labeled input 1 or RGB/R-Y,Y,B-Y.
Analog video loop-through connector — Connect an analog RGB or YUV video
b
display to the female 15 HD VGA connector for a local display of input 1 (VGA). This
output is always on.
HDMI input connectors — Connect a source device to either or both HDMI
c
connectors (see Connecting HDMI Connectors on page 7). These are inputs 2
and 3. They can accept HDMI, DVI, or dual mode DisplayPort video sources.
1
RGB/R-Y, Y, B-Y
LOOP-THRU
INPUTS
2
HDMI
3
AUDIO
HDMI
OUTPUTS
LINK
Tx Rx
OPTICAL
FOX T USW 203
ALARM
REMOTE
RS-232CONTACT
xRxG12 123G
RS-232
OVER FIBER
LINK
Tx Rx
Selected Video InputVGA Loop-thru Output
VGA (input 1)Always on
HDMI (inputs 2 and 3)N/A
4FOX T USW 203 Universal Switcher • Installation
Audio input connector — Connect an analog audio source to the 3.5 mm TRS jack.
Tip (+)
Sleeve ( )
Sleeve ( )
Ring (-)
Tip (+)
RCA Connector
(balanced)
d
All three video inputs can share this audio input.
Tip (L)
Ring (R)
Sleeve ( )
Figure 3. Wiring for Unbalanced Stereo Audio
The following table shows the audio format that is sent over the fiber connection when a
specific audio format is not specified (see the Input audio selection SIS command on
page 15 to switch the active audio source).
Selected Video
Output Connectors
HDMI switched output connector — Connect a display device to the female type A
e
HDMI output connector for local HDMI output for switched inputs 1, 2, and 3.
Selected Video InputHDMI Switched Output
VGA (input 1)On (no embedded audio or HDCP compliance)
HDMI (input 2 and 3)On
Fiber optic connector —For one-way video, audio, and serial communication from
f
the FOX T USW 203 to a receiver, connect a fiber optic cable between the Tx port on
the FOX T USW 203 and the Rx port on a receiver.
To return serial data from a receiver to the FOX T USW 203 or for HDCP compliance,
connect a fiber optic cable between the Rx port on the FOX T USW 203 and the Tx port
on the receiver (see Wiring for Fiber Communication on page 7).
NOTES:
• Ensure that you use the proper fiber optic cable. Typically, singlemode fiber optic
• Only one fiber optic cable, transmitter-Tx-to-receiver-Rx, is required for video,
The Link LED indicators light when there is light present on the corresponding fiber optic
port.
cable has a yellow jacket and multimode fiber optic cable has an orange or aqua
jacket.
audio, and serial command transmission, but the HDMI signal output on the
receiver will not be HDCP-compliant and the FOX T USW 203 will not receive
RS-232 reports from the controlled device.
Audio Present
Analog Audio
Present
Audio Sent Over Fiber
FOX T USW 203 Universal Switcher • Installation5
RS-232 Over Fiber and Alarm Connector
RS-232
ALARM
RS-232
RS-232 Over Fiber port — To pass serial command signals to a receiver
g
(for serial control of a projector, for example), connect a host device to the
transmitter via the leftmost poles (Tx, Rx, and G) of this 5-pole captive screw
connector (see Wiring for RS-232 Over Fiber and Alarm Communication
on page 8 for wiring configurations).
Alarm port — For remote monitoring of the status of fiber optic link 2,
connect a custom or furnished monitoring device to the switcher via the
rightmost poles (1 and 2) of this 5-pole captive screw connector (see Wiring
for RS-232 Over Fiber and Alarm Communication on page 8).
NOTE: Pins 1 and 2 short within the switcher when link 2 does not detect any
connection.
Control Connectors
Contact closure connector — Connect a contact closure device (such as a simple
h
switch) to the 3.5 mm, 4-pole captive screw connector. The first three ports are used for
selecting inputs 1 through 3 when momentarily shorted to the ground pin (see Wiring
for Remote Contact Closure Communication on page 8).
RS-232 connector — Connect a host device to the 3.5 mm, 3-pole captive screw
i
connector for serial control of the switcher.
ALARM
OVER FIBER
Tx Rx G 1 2
OVER FIBER
Tx Rx G 1 2
Power Connector
Power connector — Connect an external power supply to the 3.5 mm, 2-pole captive
j
screw connector (see Wiring the Power Supply on page 9).
FOX T USW 203 Universal Switcher • Installation6
Making Connections
Transmitter
to
Receiver
OPTICAL
Rx
Tx
LINK
LINK
OPTICAL
Rx
Tx
LINK
LINK
Connecting HDMI Connectors
Use an Extron LockIt Lacing Bracket to secure an HDMI cable to each device as follows:
Figure 4. Installing the LockIt Lacing Bracket to Stacked HDMI Connectors
1. Plug the HDMI cable into the panel connector.
2. Loosen the HDMI connection mounting screw from the panel enough to allow the
LockIt lacing bracket to be placed over it. The screw does not have to be removed.
3. Place the LockIt lacing bracket on the screw and against the HDMI connector, then
tighten the screw to secure the bracket.
ATTENTION: Do not overtighten the HDMI connector mounting screw. The shield
Stacked
to which it is fastened to is very thin and can easily be stripped.
4. If desired, repeat steps 2 and 3 for the opposite mounting screw and bracket.
5. Loosely place the included tie wrap around the HDMI connector and the LockIt lacing
bracket as shown.
6. While holding the connector securely against the lacing bracket, use pliers or a similar
tool to tighten the tie wrap, then remove any excess length.
Wiring for Fiber Communication
WARNING: Risk of serious physical injury. This device outputs
continuous invisible light, which may be harmful 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 cable is unplugged.
NOTES:
• Ensure the proper fiber optic cable is used for the transmitter and
receiver. Typically, singlemode fiber optic cable has a yellow jacket
and multimode fiber optic cable has an orange or aqua jacket.
• Only one fiber optic cable, transmitter-Tx-to-reciever-Rx, is
required for video, audio, and serial command transmission.
However, for only one fiber optic cable:
• The HDMI signal output by the receiver is not HDCP compliant.
• RS-232 reports from a controlled device are not available.
• To receive responses from the controlled device and for HDCP
compliance, install both fiber optic cables.
FOX T USW 203 Universal Switcher • Installation7
Wiring for RS-232 Over Fiber and Alarm Communication
CONTACT
The RS-232 Over Fiber port is for transmission of serial signals, such as projector control
signals. The alarm port is an internal relay to connect or disconnect a custom alarm circuit.
Wire the connector as shown in figure 5 below.
RxTx
RS-232 Device
Figure 5. Wiring the RS-232 Over Fiber and Alarm Connector
ATTENTION: The length of exposed wires is critical. The ideal length is
3/16 inch (5 mm).
• Longer bare wires can short together.
• Shorter wires are not as secure in the connectors and could be pulled out.
Cross the Tx and Rx lines once between the source and the target.
The alarm pins do not produce any discrete on or off or voltage signals.
G
RS-232
OVER FIBER ALARM
Tx Rx G12
12
Alarm Device
NOTES:
• The alarm port does not produce any discrete on or off voltage signals.
• If power is lost or if link 2 optical light is disconnected, lost, or broken, alarm pins 1
and 2 internally short.
Wiring for Remote Contact Closure Communication
Each port senses an external switch or contact closure. Use these ports to select an input
on the switcher. Wire the connector as shown in figure 6 below.
123G
Heat
Shrink
Over
Shield
Wires
G
3
2
1
Switch
Ground
Wire Nut
Device 3
Device 2
Device 1
(Switches,
relays, or
similar items)
Figure 6. Wiring the Contact Closure Connector
FOX T USW 203 Universal Switcher • Installation8
Wiring the Power Supply
AA
Connect a 12 VDC power supply to the 3.5 mm, 2-pole captive screw connector.
2-Pole Captive Screw
Connector
Tie Wrap
3/16”
(5 mm) Max.
Smooth
Power Supply
Output Cord
Figure 7. Power Connector Wiring
CAUTION:Electric shock hazard. The two power cord wires must be kept separate
while the power supply is plugged in. Remove power before wiring.
Ridges
SECTION A–A
ATTENTION:
• This product is intended to be supplied by a Listed Power Unit marked “Class 2”
or “LPS,” rated 12 VDC, 1.0 A minimum. Always use a power supply supplied by
or specified by Extron. Use of an unauthorized power supply voids all regulatory
compliance certification and may cause damage to the supply and the end product.
• Unless otherwise stated, the AC/DC adapters are not suitable for use in air handling
spaces or in wall cavities. The installation must always be in accordance with the
applicable provisions of National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70, article 75 and
the Canadian Electrical Code part 1, section 16. The power supply shall not be
permanently fixed to a building structure or similar structure.
• Power supply voltage polarity is critical. Incorrect voltage polarity can damage the
power supply and the unit. The ridges on the side of the cord identify the power cord
negative lead.
• The length of the exposed (stripped) copper wires is important. The ideal length is
3/16 inch (5 mm).
TIP: Do not tin the stripped power supply leads. Tinned wires are not as secure in the
captive screw connectors and could be pulled out.
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