Extron Electronics FOX 500 DVI Tx User Manual [en, de, es, fr]

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User’s Manual

FOX 500 Tx / Rx (Analog RGB Video)

FOX 500 DVI Tx / Rx (Digital Video)

High Resolution Fiber Optic Transmitters and Receivers

68-1308-01 Rev. C

04 09

Precautions

Safety Instructions • 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 Sécurité • Français

Ce s ymbole s ert à a vertir l ’utilisa teur qu e la
documentation fournie avec le matériel contient des
instructions importantes concernant l’exploitation et
la maintenance (réparation).

Ce symbole sert à avertir l’utilisateur de la présence
dans le boîtier de l’appareil de tensions dangereuses
non isolées posant des risques d’électrocution.

Attention

Lire les instructions• Prendre connaissance de toutes les consignes de

sécurité et d’exploitation avant d’utiliser le matériel.

Conserver les instructions• Ranger les consignes de sécurité afin de pouvoir

les consulter à l’avenir.

Respecter les avertissements • Observer tous les avertissements et consignes

marqués sur le matériel ou présentés dans la documentation utilisateur.

Eviter les pièces de xation • Ne pas utiliser de pièces de fixation ni d’outils

non recommandés par le fabricant du matériel car cela risquerait de poser
certains dangers.

Sicherheitsanleitungen • Deutsch

Dies es Sym bol so ll dem Benut zer in der i m
Li efe rum fan g e nth alt ene n Do kum ent ati on
besonders wichtige Hinweise zur Bedienung und
Wartung (Instandhaltung) geben.

Dieses Symbol soll den Benutzer darauf aufmerksam
machen , daß im I nneren des Gehäuses d ieses
Produktes gefährliche Spannungen, die nicht isoliert
sind und die einen elektrischen Schock verursachen
können, herrschen.

Achtung

Lesen der Anleitungen • Bevor Sie das Gerät 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

zurückgreifen können.

Befolgen der Warnhinweise • Befolgen Sie alle Warnhinweise und

Anleitungen auf dem Gerät oder in der Benutzerdokumentation.

Keine Zusatzgeräte • Verwenden Sie keine Werkzeuge oder Zusatzgeräte,

die nicht ausdrücklich vom Hersteller empfohlen wurden, da diese eine
Gefahrenquelle darstellen können.

Instrucciones de seguridad • Español

Este símbolo se util iza para advertir al usuario
sobre instruc ciones importantes de ope ración y
mantenimiento (o cambio de partes) que se desean
destac ar en el c ontenido de la docume ntación
suministrada con los equipos.

Este símbolo se utiliza para advertir al usuario sobre
la presencia de elementos con voltaje peligroso sin
protección aislante, que puedan encontrarse dentro
de la caja o alojamiento del producto, y que puedan
representar riesgo de electrocución.

Precaucion

Leer las instrucciones • Leer y analizar todas las instrucciones de operación 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 documentación 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 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 matériel qu’avec la source d’alimentation

indiquée sur l’appareil. Ce matériel doit être utilisé avec une alimentation principale
comportant un fil de terre (neutre). Le troisième contact (de mise à la terre) constitue
un dispositif de sécurité : n’essayez pas de la contourner ni de la désactiver.

Déconnexion de l’alimentation• Pour mettre le matériel hors tension sans danger,

déconnectez tous les cordons d’alimentation de l’arrière 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

manière à ce que personne ne risque de marcher dessus et à ce qu’ils ne soient pas
écrasés ou pincés par des objets.

Réparation-maintenance • Faire exécuter toutes les interventions de réparation-

maintenance par un technicien qualifié. Aucun des éléments internes ne peut être
réparé par l’utilisateur. Afin d’éviter tout danger d’électrocution, l’utilisateur ne doit
pas essayer de procéder lui-même à ces opérations car l’ouverture ou le retrait des
couvercles risquent de l’exposer à de hautes tensions et autres dangers.

Fentes et orices • Si le boîtier de l’appareil comporte des fentes ou des orifices, ceux-ci

servent à empêcher les composants internes sensibles de surchauffer. Ces ouvertures
ne doivent jamais être bloquées par des objets.

Lithium Batterie • Il a danger d’explosion s’ll 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 Gerät sollte nur über die auf dem Produkt angegebene

Stromquelle betrieben werden. Dieses Gerät wurde für eine Verwendung mit einer
Hauptstromleitung mit einem geerdeten (neutralen) Leiter konzipiert. Der dritte

Kontakt ist für einen Erdanschluß, und stellt eine Sicherheitsfunktion dar. Diese

sollte nicht umgangen oder außer Betrieb gesetzt werden.

Stromunterbrechung • Um das Gerät auf sichere Weise vom Netz zu trennen, sollten

Sie alle Netzkabel aus der Rückseite des Gerätes, aus der externen Stomversorgung
(falls dies möglich ist) oder aus der Wandsteckdose ziehen.

Schutz des Netzkabels • Netzkabel sollten stets so verlegt werden, daß sie nicht im

Weg liegen und niemand darauf treten kann oder Objekte darauf- oder unmittelbar

dagegengestellt werden können.

Wartung • Alle Wartungsmaßnahmen sollten nur von qualiziertem Servicepersonal

durchgeführt werden. Die internen Komponenten des Gerätes sind wartungsfrei.
Zur Vermeidung eines elektrischen Schocks versuchen Sie in keinem Fall, dieses
Gerät selbst öffnen, da beim Entfernen der Abdeckungen die Gefahr eines
elektrischen Schlags und/oder andere Gefahren bestehen.

Schlitze und Öffnungen • Wenn das Gerät Schlitze oder Löcher im Gehäuse aufweist,

dienen diese zur Vermeidung einer Überhitzung der empndlichen Teile im

Inneren. Diese Öffnungen dürfen niemals von anderen Objekten blockiert werden.

Litium-Batterie • Explosionsgefahr, falls die Batterie nicht richtig ersetzt

wird. Ersetzen Sie verbrauchte Batterien nur durch den gleichen oder einen
vergleichbaren Batterietyp, der auch vom Hersteller empfohlen wird. Entsorgen Sie
verbrauchte Batterien bitte gemäß den Herstelleranweisungen.

Advertencia

Alimentación eléctrica • Este equipo debe conectarse únicamente a la fuente/tipo

de alimentación eléctrica indicada en el mismo. La alimentación eléctrica de este
equipo debe provenir de un sistema de distribución general con conductor neutro
a tierra. La tercera pata (puesta a tierra) es una medida de seguridad, no puentearia
ni eliminaria.

Desconexión de alimentación eléctrica • Para desconectar con seguridad la acometida

de alimentación eléctrica al equipo, desenchufar todos los cables de alimentación
en el panel trasero del equipo, o desenchufar el módulo de alimentación (si fuera
independiente), o desenchufar el cable del receptáculo de la pared.

Protección del cables de alimentación • Los cables de alimentación eléctrica 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 técnicos de personal

calificado. En el interior no hay partes a las que el usuario deba acceder. Para evitar
riesgo de electrocución, no intentar personalmente la reparación/mantenimiento
de este equipo, ya que al abrir o extraer las tapas puede quedar expuesto a voltajes
peligrosos u otros riesgos.

Ranuras y aberturas • Si el equipo 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.

Batería de litio •

Existe riesgo de explosión si esta batería se coloca en la posición
incorrecta. Cambiar esta batería únicamente con el mismo tipo (o su equivalente)
recomendado por el fabricante. Desachar las baterías usadas siguiendo las
instrucciones del fabricante.

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, repair 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,
and Central America:

Extron USA
1001 East Ball Road

Anaheim, CA 92805

U.S.A.

Europe, Africa, and the Middle East:
Extron Europe

Hanzeboulevard 10
3825 PH Amersfoort

The Netherlands
Asia:

Extron Asia
135 Joo Seng Road #04-01
PM Industrial Bldg.
Singapore 368363
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 non­Extron 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 [phone] (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 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.

Japan:
Extron Japan
Kyodo Building, 16 Ichibancho
Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 102-0082
Japan

China:
Extron China
686 Ronghua Road, Songjiang
District
Shanghai 201611
China

Middle East:
Extron Middle East

Dubai Airport Free Zone
F12, PO Box 293666
United Arab Emirates, Dubai

安全须知 • 中文

这个符号提示用户该设备用户手册中
有重要的操作和维护说明。

这个符号警告用户该设备机壳内有暴

露的危险电压，有触电危险。

注意

阅读说明书 • 用户使用该设备前必须阅读并理

解所有安全和使用说明。

保存说明书 • 用户应保存安全说明书以备将来使

用。

遵守警告 • 用户应遵守产品和用户指南上的所有安

全和操作说明。

避免追加 • 不要使用该产品厂商没有推荐的工具或

追加设备，以避免危险。

警告

电源 • 该设备只能使用产品上标明的电源。 设备

必须使用有地线的供电系统供电。 第三条线
（地线）是安全设施，不能不用或跳过。

拔掉电源 • 为安全地从设备拔掉电源，请拔掉所有设备后

或桌面电源的电源线，或任何接到市电系统的电源线。

电源线保护 • 妥善布线， 避免被踩踏，或重物挤压。
维护 • 所有维修必须由认证的维修人员进行。 设备内部没

有用户可以更换的零件。为避免出现触电危险不要自己
试图打开设备盖子维修该设备。

通风孔 • 有些设备机壳上有通风槽或孔，它们是用来防止

机内敏感元件过热。 不要用任何东西挡住通风孔。

锂电池 • 不正确的更换电池会有爆炸的危险。 必须使用与

厂家推荐的相同或相近型号的电池。 按照生产厂的建
议处理废弃电池。

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 following 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 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 harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his
own expense.

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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.

Chapter One • Introduction .................................................... 1-1

About this Manual ....................................................................1-2

About the FOX 500 Tx/Rx ....................................................... 1-4

General system operation ..................................................... 1-4

Cable transmission modes ..................................................... 1-5

Features ........................................................................................1-6

Chapter Two • Installation ...................................................... 2-1

Mounting the Unit ....................................................................2-2

Tabletop placement ............................................................... 2-2

Rack mounting ....................................................................... 2-2

UL guidelines ..........................................................................2-2

Mounting instructions............................................................2-3

Furniture mounting ...............................................................2-4

Through-desk mounting ........................................................ 2-5

Connections ................................................................................. 2-6

Transmitter rear panel connections and settings ................2-6

Receiver rear panel connections ......................................... 2-11

DVI connector (FOX 500 DVI ...............................................2-15

Rear panel serial ports connection ......................................2-16

Alarm outputs connection ...................................................2-17

Front panel Conguration ports .........................................2-18

Chapter Three • Operation ...................................................... 3-1

Front Panel Controls and Indicators .................................... 3-2

Front Panel Operations ............................................................ 3-3

Power-on indications ............................................................. 3-3

Menu system overview ......................................................... 3-4

Picture Control menu .............................................................3-5

Output Conguration menu ..................................................3-6

Audio Conguration menu ....................................................3-7

Memory Presets menu ...........................................................3-8

Advanced Conguration menu .............................................3-9

Exit menu ..............................................................................3-11

System reset ......................................................................... 3-12

Front panel security lockout (executive mode

FOX 500 Tx/Rx • Table of Contents

................. 3-12

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Table of Contents, cont'd

Chapter Four • Remote Control ........................................... 4-1

Rear Panel Remote RS-232 Ports .......................................... 4-2

Front Panel Conguration Port ............................................. 4-3

Simple Instruction Set Control .............................................. 4-3

Host-to-interface communications ....................................... 4-3

Symbol denitions .................................................................4-3

Unit-initiated messages ......................................................... 4-5

Error responses ......................................................................4-7

Timeout................................................................................... 4-7

Using the command/response table ..................................... 4-7

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ommand/response table for SIS commands ...................... 4-8

Windows®-Based Program Control .................................... 4-16

Installing the software ........................................................ 4-16

Starting the program ........................................................... 4-16

Status area ............................................................................4-18

Memory Preset area .............................................................4-19

Mute area ..............................................................................4-19

DDC/EDID Resolution area ...................................................4-20

Video Adjustment area ........................................................4-20

Output Conguration area ..................................................4-21

Advanced Conguration area .............................................4-22

Audio Adjustment area ........................................................4-23

Firmware upgrade ...............................................................4-25

FOX 500 Tx/Rx

Chapter One

1

Appendix A • Reference Information ..............................A-1

FOX 500 (RGB Specications ................................................A-2

FOX 500 DVI Specications ....................................................A-7

Part Numbers ............................................................................A-11

FOX 500 part numbers .........................................................A-11

Included parts.......................................................................A-11

Optional accessories ............................................................A-12

Cables....................................................................................A-12

Adapters ...............................................................................A-13

68-1308-01 Rev. C

All trademarks mentioned in this manual are the properties of their respective owners.

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FOX 500 Tx/Rx • Table of Contents

Introduction

About this Manual

About the FOX 500 Tx/Rx

Features

04 09

Introduction

Extron
SI 26X

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Extron
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Up to 30 km (18.75 miles)
singlemode fiber
SM Model

Optional Second
Link for
Box to Box
Communcations

Audio

Display

Projector

Extron
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PC

Local
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About this Manual

This manual contains information about the Extron FOX 500
family of ber optic products. The FOX 500 family (gure 1-1)
consists of two compatible sets of ultra-high performance ber
optic transmitters and receivers:

• FOX 500 Tx (RGB) transmitter — Accepts an analog RGB

• FOX 500 Rx (RGB) receiver — Accepts a proprietary

• FOX 500 DVI Tx transmitter — Accepts a single link of

• FOX 500 DVI Rx receiver — Accepts a proprietary optical

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FOX 500 Tx/Rx • Introduction

The FOX 500 Tx/Rx units output continuous

invisible light, 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.

video input, an audio input, and an RS-232 serial input
and outputs a proprietary optical signal to a FOX 500
receiver. Also can receive a proprietary optical signal
from the receiver consisting of an RS-232 signal such as
the return from a controlled device.

optical signal from a FOX 500 transmitter and outputs
analog RGB video, audio, and RS-232 serial commands.
Also can receive an RS-232 signal, such as a return from
a controlled device, and send it to the transmitter via a
proprietary optical signal.

DVI video input, an audio input, and an RS-232 serial
input and outputs a proprietary optical signal to a
FOX 500 receiver. Also can receive a proprietary optical
signal from the receiver consisting of an RS-232 signal
such as the return from a controlled device.

signal from a FOX 500 transmitter and outputs a single
link of DVI video, audio, and RS-232 serial commands.
Also can receive an RS-232 signal, such as a return from
a controlled device, and send it to the transmitter via a
proprietary optical signal.

The FOX 500 DVI does not support the transmission of

signals with High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection
(HDCP).

Figure 1-1 — Typical FOX 500 Tx/Rx application

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A FOX 500 Tx (RGB) transmitter is fully compatible

with a FOX 500 DVI Rx receiver.

A FOX 500 DVI Tx transmitter is fully compatible
with a FOX 500 Rx (RGB) receiver.

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In this manual, the term "FOX 500" refers to either an

analog RGB video or DVI video unit.

In this manual, the term "FOX 500 (RGB)" refers to an
analog RGB video unit.

In this manual, the term "FOX 500 DVI" refers to a
DVI video unit.

FOX 500 Tx/Rx • Introduction

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FOX 500 Tx/Rx • Introduction

Introduction, cont’d

1-4

FOX 500 Tx/Rx • Introduction

1-5

About the FOX 500 Tx/Rx

General system operation

The FOX 500 (RGB) transmitter inputs VGA - UXGA RGB video.
The FOX 500 DVI transmitter inputs a single link of DVI video.
Both transmitters input audio and one-way (transmitter-to-

receiver) RS-232 serial communication (for applications such as
projector control). The transmitters convert all of their inputs
into a proprietary signal, and output the signal on a single
ber optic cable to the receiver. An optional return (receiver­to-transmitter) stream of serial RS-232 communications, such
as projector responses, requires a second ber optic cable. The
transmitter also buffers its video input (either RGB or DVI
as applicable to the model) and loops it through on either a
15-pin HD or DVI connector for use by a local monitor.

The receivers convert the proprietary signal(s) back to video
(either RGB or DVI as applicable to the model), audio, and serial
RS-232 communication, and output the signals locally.

The FOX 500 (RGB) receiver outputs VGA - UXGA RGB video.
The FOX 500 DVI receiver outputs a single link of DVI video.
If RS-232 return communications are implemented (a second

ber optic cable is installed), the receiver outputs a proprietary
serial communication signal to the transmitter on the second
ber optic cable. For video resolutions up to 1600 x 1200, the
receiver's video output is a perfect, pixel-for-pixel recreation of
the video signal input to the transmitter.

The transmitter and receiver have image and audio adjustments.
Both units have image, audio, and ber light status and lost­light alarm indicators.

The FOX 500 (RGB) transmitter can handle an RGBHV, RGBS,
RGsB, or RsGsBs input signal. The FOX 500 (RGB) receiver can
output RGBHV, RGBS, or RGsB, as selected by the user.

The receivers have built-in alternating pixels, Color Bars,
and grayscale test patterns to assist in setting up the display
equipment.

The FOX 500 transmitters and receivers are rack mountable and
have internal switching power supplies for worldwide power
compatibility.

Cable transmission modes

The transmitters and receivers are further categorized by the
type of ber optic cable, multimode or singlemode, which dene
the effective range of transmission:

• Multimode — Long distance, up to 2 km (6,560')

(depending on the ber type)

 Fox 500 Tx MM
 Fox 500 Rx MM
 Fox 500 Tx DVI MM
 Fox 500 Rx DVI MM

• Singlemode — Very long distance, up to 30 km

(18.75 miles)

 Fox 500 Tx SM
 Fox 500 Rx SM
 Fox 500 Tx DVI SM
 Fox 500 Rx DVI SM

N

N

The multimode and singlemode products are physically

and functionally identical, with the exception of the
effective range of transmission. In this manual, any
reference applies to either transmission mode unless
otherwise specified.

Many other products are compatible with the Extron

FOX 500 transmitter and receiver. They will be
identified where appropriate, but not specifically
described in this manual.

FOX 500 Tx/Rx • Introduction

Introduction, cont’d

1-6

FOX 500 Tx/Rx • Introduction

1-7

Features

Ultra high performance — The system offers perfect, pixel-for-

pixel RGBHV video or DVI video transmission, up to
1600 x 1200 at 60 Hz.

Video input —

FOX 500 (RGB) — The transmitter accepts RGBHV, RGBS,

RGsB, or RsGsBs on BNC connectors or a 15-pin HD
connector.

FOX 500 DVI — The transmitter accepts a single link of

DVI-D or HDMI video on a DVI-I connector. HDMI
signal input requires an appropriate DVI-D to HDMI
cable or adapter.

Loop-through on transmitter —

FOX 500 (RGB) — The transmitter has an analog loop-

through, on a 15-pin HD connector that allows
connection of a local monitor.

FOX 500 DVI — The transmitter has a DVI loop-through

on a DVI connector that allows connection of a local
monitor.

EDID emulation mode (Display Data Channel [DDC])

(FOX 500 DVI Tx only) — The FOX 500 DVI transmitter

provides a selector switch for specifying the rate of the
incoming DVI signal. EDID emulation mode allows
proper operation when no local monitor is present.

Video output —

FOX 500 (RGB) — The receiver outputs RGBHV, RGBS,

or RGsB (user-selectable) on BNC connectors and a
15-pin HD connector.

FOX 500 DVI — The receiver outputs a single link of

DVI-D or HDMI video on a DVI-I connector. HDMI
signal output requires an appropriate DVI-D to
HDMI cable or adapter.

FOX 500 (RGB) and FOX 500 DVI are mutually compatible —

Enables ultra-long distance DVI-to-analog RGB and
analog RGB-to-DVI conversion without the need for extra
signal conversion devices.

Compatible with FOXBOX 4G units, FOX 4G units,

FOX 500 DA6 distribution amplifier, and
Fiber Matrix 6400 matrix switcher.

Audio input — The transmitters accept a balanced or

unbalanced stereo audio input on a 3.5 mm, 5-pole captive
screw terminal or a 3.5 mm mini jack.

Audio input gain/attenuation — The input audio level can be

adjusted within a range of -18 dB (attenuation) to +10 dB
(gain) via the front panel any of the sytem's serial ports.

Audio output — Balanced or unbalanced stereo audio is output

from the receivers on a 3.5 mm, 5-pole captive screw
terminal and a 3.5 mm mini jack.

Links monitoring — The transmitters' and receivers' front

panels have indicators for monitoring image and audio
transmission and both ber optic links.

Loss-of-light alarms — The transmitters' and receivers' rear

panels have discrete outputs that indicate if either of
the ber optic links have suffered a loss of the light
signal.

®

Windows

-based control program — For RS-232 remote

control from a PC, the Extron Windows-based control
software provides a graphical interface and drag-and­drop/point-and-click operation.

™

Simple Instruction Set (SIS

) — The transmitters and

receivers use Extron’s SIS for easy remote control
operation.

Audio level — The audio output can be set to either the

consumer level (-10 dBV) or professional level (+4 dBu)
from the front panel or under RS-232 control.

Upgradable firmware — The rmware that controls each unit's

operation can be upgraded in the eld via an RS-232 link,
without taking the unit out of service. Firmware
upgrades are available for download on the Extron Web
site, www.extron.com, and they can be installed using the
Windows-based control program.

Memory presets — 30 memory presets are a time-saving feature

that let you store input size and position settings relative
to a specic input resolution. You can then recall those
settings, when needed, with a few simple steps.

Rack mounting — All FOX 500 Tx and Rx units are rack

mountable in any conventional 19" wide rack, using
Extron's full size rack shelf.

Introduction, cont’d

Front panel security lockout (Executive mode) on receiver —

If a receiver is installed in an open area, where operation
by unauthorized personnel may be a problem, a security
lockout feature can be implemented. When the front
panel is locked, a front panel action, a Widows control
program operation, or an SIS command is required to
unlock the unit before it can be operated from the front
panel.

(The transmitter has no front panel controls.)
Power — Each unit's 100 VAC to 240 VAC, internal power

supply provides worldwide power compatibility.

FOX 500 Tx/Rx

Chapter Two

2

1-8

Installation

Mounting the Unit

Connections

FOX 500 Tx/Rx • Introduction

FOX 500 Tx/Rx • Installation

Installation

FOX 500 Tx/Rx • Installation

2-2

2-3

Use 2 mounting holes on
opposite corners.

(2) 4-40 x 3/16"
Screws

NOTE:

Using screws longer
than 3/16” will damage the
unit and void the warranty.

1U Universal Rack Shelf

Front false
faceplate
uses 2
screws.

1/2 Rack Width Front False
Faceplate

Mounting the Unit

C

Any of the 1U high, half-rack width units can be placed on a
tabletop, mounted on a rack shelf, or mounted under or through
a desk or other furniture.

C

Tabletop placement

Afx the four included rubber feet to the bottom of the unit and
place it in any convenient location.

Rack mounting

UL guidelines

The following Underwriters Laboratories (UL) guidelines
pertain to the installation of a FOX 500 transmitter or receiver
into a rack (gure 2-1).

1. Elevated operating ambient temperature — If installed in

2

. Reduced air flow — Installation of the equipment in a rack

3. Mechanical loading — Mounting of the equipment in

4. Circuit overloading — Consideration should be given to

Installation and service must be performed by

authorized personnel only.

The FOX transmitters and receivers generate a

lot of heat during operation. Ensure that you
leave ample room between units in multiple unit
installations for ventilation and/or ensure adequate
equipment cooling. Units packed too closely
together may overheat.

a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the operating ambient
temperature of the rack environment may be greater than
room ambient temperature. Therefore, consider installing
the equipment in an environment compatible with the
maximum ambient temperature (Tma) of +122 °F (+50 °C)
specied by Extron.

should be such that the amount of air ow required for
safe operation of the equipment is not compromised.

the rack should be such that a hazardous condition is not
achieved due to uneven mechanical loading.

the connection of the equipment to the supply circuit and
the effect that overloading of the circuits might have on
overcurrent protection and supply wiring. Appropriate
consideration of equipment nameplate ratings should be
used when addressing this concern.

5

. Reliable earthing (grounding) — Reliable earthing

of rack-mounted equipment should be maintained.
Particular attention should be given to supply connections
other than direct connections to the branch circuit (such as
the use of power strips).

Mounting instructions

For optional rack mounting, mount any of the 1U high, half rack
width units on either of the following rack shelves:

• RSU 129 9.5" 1U universal rack shelf kit (part #60-190-01)

(gure 2-1)

• RSB 129 9.5" 1U basic rack shelf (part #60-604-01)

Figure 2-1 — Mounting the unit on a standard rack shelf

1. If installed, remove the feet from the bottom of the unit.

2. Mount the unit on either the left or right side of the shelf,

using two 4-40 x 3/16" screws in opposite (diagonal)
corners to secure the unit to the shelf.

3. Install a false faceplate or another unit to the rack shelf.

4. Insert the shelf into the rack, aligning the holes in the shelf

with those of the rack.

5

. Secure the shelf to the rack using the supplied machine

screws.

FOX 500 Tx/Rx • Installation

Installation, cont’d

2-4

FOX 500 Tx/Rx • Installation

2-5

Furniture mounting

Mount any of the 1U high, half-rack width units under a desk
or podium using the optional Extron MBU 125 under desk
mounting kit (part #70-077-01) as follows:

1

. If rubber feet were previously installed on the bottom of

the unit, remove them.

2. Secure the mounting brackets to the unit with the machine

screws provided (gure 2-2).

Figure 2-2 — Under-desk mounting the unit

Through-desk mounting

Mount any of the 1U high, half-rack width units through a desk
or podium using the optional Extron MBD 129 through desk
mounting kit (part #70-077-02) as follows:

1

. If rubber feet were previously installed on the bottom of

the unit, remove them.

2. Secure the brackets to the unit with the provided

machine screws (gure 2-3). Leave the screws slightly loose.

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.

4. Drill four pilot holes, each 3/32" (2 mm) in diameter by

1/4" deep (6.3 mm) deep in the mounting surface at the
marked screw locations.

5. Insert provided #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.

6. Align the mounting screws with the slots in the brackets

and place the unit against the surface, with the screws
through the bracket slots.

7. Slide the unit slightly in or out, then tighten all four screws

to secure the unit in place (gure 2-2).

Figure 2-3 — Through-desk mounting the unit

3. Hold the unit and brackets on the underside of the surface

to which you are mounting the device and mark the four
screw holes and the table material to be removed.

4. Remove the table material. Test the t by inserting the

front of the device through the hole. If necessary, use a
rasp or coarse le to enlarge the hole.

5. Drill four pilot holes, each 3/32" (2 mm) in diameter by

1/4" deep (6.3 mm) deep , in the locations that you marked
in step 3.

6. Using the provided #8 four wood screws, attach the

brackets to the mounting surface.

7. Slide the device in or out until it is in the desired position.
Tighten the screws installed in step 2.

If the screws are inaccessible to a screwdriver:

FOX 500 Tx/Rx • Installation

Installation, cont’d

2-6

FOX 500 Tx/Rx • Installation

2-7

FOX 500 Tx

100-240V 0.3A

50/60 Hz

AUDIO INPUTS

INPUT LOOP THRU

RGB INPUT

RGB

H/HV V

OR

LR

RS-232

OVER FIBER

Tx Rx NA

REMOTE

RS-232

ALARM

OPTICAL

12*

*

OPTIONAL FOR

RETURN DATA

LINK

LINK

Tx Rx 1 2

RGB

FOX 500 DVI Tx

100-240V 0.3A

50/60 Hz

AUDIO INPUTS

LR

RS-232

OVER FIBER

Tx Rx NA

REMOTE
RS-232

ALARM

OPTICAL

12*

*

OPTIONAL FOR

RETURN DATA

LINK

LINK

Tx Rx 1 2

DDC

RESOL

DVI - D INPUT

LOOP - THRU

2

1011 8

7

9

1 6

1053 411 8

7

9

6

Pos. Pos. Pos.

Source or
Resolution

Resolution Resolution

0

Local monitor 1280 x 1024 576p

1

RS-232/menu 1365 x 768 720p

2

1920 x 1200 1366 x 768 1080i

3

800 x 600 1400 x 1050 1080p

4

6

7

8

9

A

C

D

E

F

1024 x 768 1600 x 1200

5

B1280 x 768 480p

R

RGBHV

GB

H/HV V

RGBS

RGsB,
RsGsBs

RGB

H/HV V

RGB

H/HV

V

a. Mark the location of the brackets relative to the screws.
b. Remove the transmitter or receiver from inside the

furniture.

c. Tighten the screws.
d. Replace the unit inside the surface (step 6).

Connections

Transmitter rear panel connections and settings

All connectors except the Conguration port are on the rear
panel (gure 2-4).

15-pin HD connector — Connect an analog VGA - UXGA RGB
video source to this 15-pin HD female connector.

Buffered Loop-through connector (FOX 500 [RGB] only) —

b

If desired, connect a local monitor to this 15-pin HD connector.

DVI-I Input connector (FOX 500 DVI only) — Connect a single

c

link of DVI-D to this DVI-I connector. See "DVI connector
(FOX 500 DVI)" on page 2-15

N

The FOX 500 DVI accepts only the digital signals on

for pin assignments.

the DVI-I Input connector. The analog pins on the
port are not connected.

DDC Resol (ution) rotary switch (FOX 500 DVI only) — Set

d

this switch to one of the positions below to select the source of
the DDC or a specic resolution.

• Position 0 — The loop-through monitor (item e, below)

is the source of the Display Data Channel (DDC)

• Position 1 — The DDC is selected either from the front

panel (using the menu system) or via one of the system's
serial ports (using an SIS command or the Windows­based control program).

• Position 2 - F — Specify a resolution. The table below

identies the switch positions and the associated
resolutions. The vertical refresh rate for all resolutions is
60 Hz with the exception of the 576p resolution, which is
50 Hz.

Figure 2-4 — FOX 500 Tx
transmitter’s connectors

N

RGB Input connectors

a

(FOX 500 [RGB] only) —

BNC connectors — Connect

an RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB, or
RsGsBs video source to these
BNC connectors. Connect the
cables as shown at right.

Connect an active

input to only the
BNC connectors
or the 15-pin HD
connector, not
both.

Buffered Loop-through connector (FOX 500 DVI only) —

e

If desired, connect a local monitor to this DVI-I connector.
See "DVI connector (FOX 500 DVI)" on page 2-15

for pin

assignments.

FOX 500 Tx/Rx • Installation

Installation, cont’d

2-8

FOX 500 Tx/Rx • Installation

2-9

L R

Unbalanced Stereo Input

Balanced Stereo Input

Ring

Sleeve (s)

Tip

Sleeve

Tip

Sleeve

Tip

Tip

Ring

Do not tin the wires!

Tip (+)

Sleeve ( )

Sleeve ( )

Ring (-)

Tip (+)

RCA Connector

3.5 mm Stereo Plug Connector

(balanced)

REMOTE

RS-232

ALARM

Tx Rx 1 2

RS-232

OVER FIBER

Tx Rx NA

REMOTE

RS-232

ALARM

Tx Rx 1 2

Audio Input connectors —

f

N

Connect an active input to only the 3.5 mm mini jack or

the captive screw connector, not both.

3.5 mm mini jack — Plug a stereo mini plug into this connector.

5-pole captive screw connector — Connect a balanced or

unbalanced stereo or mono audio input to this connector. The
connector is included with FOX 500, but you must supply the
audio cable. See gure 2-5 to wire a captive screw connector
for the appropriate input type and impedance level. Use the
supplied tie-wrap to strap the audio cable to the extended tail of
the connector.

The input audio level can be set via the front panel or RS-232
control. See chapter 3, "Operation", and chapter 4, "Remote
Control".

RS-232 Over Fiber port — If you want the

g

FOX 500 to pass serial command signals to

the receiver, for serial control of a projector
for example, connect the host device to the
transmitter via three poles of this 5-pole captive
screw connector. See "Rear panel serial ports connections" on
page 2-16 to wire this connector.

N

If you connect only one fiber optic cable (item

on the next page), you will not receive reports from
the controlled device. To receive responses from the
controlled device, you must install two fiber optic cables.

j,

Figure 2-5 — Captive screw connector wiring for
stereo audio input

N

The length of exposed wires is critical. The ideal

length is 3/16” (5 mm).

If the stripped section of wire is longer than 3/16”, the

•

exposed wires may touch, causing a short circuit.

If the stripped section of wire is shorter than 3/16”,

•

wires can be easily pulled out even if tightly fastened
by the captive screws.

N

See figure 2-6 to identify the tip, ring, and sleeve when

you are making connections for the transmitter from
existing audio cables. A mono audio connector consists
of the tip and sleeve. A stereo audio connector consists
of the tip, ring and sleeve. The tip, ring, and sleeve wires
are also shown on the captive screw audio connector
diagrams, figure 2-5 and figure 2-8.

N

The FOX 500 can pass RS-232 commands and responses

at rates up to 115200 baud.

Remote RS-232 port — For serial control of

h

the transmitter, connect a host device, such as a
computer, touch panel control, or RS-232 capable
PDA, to the transmitter via three poles of this 5-pole
captive screw connector. See "Rear panel serial

ports connections" on page

See chapter 4, "Remote Control", for denitions of the SIS
commands (serial commands to control the transmitter via

2-16 to wire this connector.

this connector).

Alarm outputs port — For remote monitoring of

i

the status of ber optic link 2, connect a locally­constructed or furnished monitoring device
to the transmitter via two poles of this 5-pole
captive screw connector. When the transmitter
does not detect a light link on ber cable Optical 2 (optional),
pin 1 and pin 2 of this port are shorted together.

Figure 2-6 — Typical audio connectors

FOX 500 Tx/Rx • Installation

Installation, cont’d

2-10

FOX 500 Tx/Rx • Installation

2-11

FOX 500 Rx

AUDIO OUTPUTS

RGB OUTPUTS

RGB

S

HV

LR

RS-232

OVER FIBER

Tx Rx NA

REMOTE
RS-232

ALARM

OPTICAL

2* 1

*

OPTIONAL FOR
RETURN DATA

LINK

LINK

Tx Rx 1 2

100-240V 0.3A

50/60 Hz

RGB

AUDIO OUTPUTS

LR

RS-232

OVER FIBER

Tx Rx NA

REMOTE
RS-232

ALARM

OPTICAL

2* 1

*

OPTIONAL FOR
RETURN DATA

LINK

LINK

Tx Rx 1 2

100-240V 0.3A

50/60 Hz

FOX 500 DVI Rx

DVI - D OUTPUT

FOX 500 Rx

FOX 500 DVI Rx

1819 16

15

17

12 14

181319 16

15

17

14

R

RGBHV

GB

V

RGBS

RGsB

B

S

RG

V

RGB

H

H

H

S

SV

OPTICAL

12*

*

OPTIONAL FOR

RETURN DATA

LINK

LINK

OPTICAL

2* 1

*

OPTIONAL FOR
RETURN DATA

LINK

LINK

Transmitter

to

Receiver

Fiber optic connectors and LEDs —

j

W

These units output continuous invisible light,

which may be harmful and dangerous to the eyes;
use with caution. For additional safety, plug the
attached dust caps into the optical transceivers
when the fiber optic cable is unplugged.

N

Ensure that you use the proper fiber cable for your

transmitter/receiver pair. Typically, singlemode fiber has
a yellow jacket and multimode cable has an orange jacket.

N

Only one fiber optic cable, Optical 1, is required for

video, audio, and serial command transmission. But,
if you connect only one fiber optic cable, you will not
receive RS-232 reports from the controlled device, and
there will be reduced front panel, Windows-based
control program, and RS-232 command functionality
on the Rx unit. To receive responses from the controlled
device and for full functionality, you will need to install
both fiber optic cables.

Optical 1 (required) — For all one-way
video, audio, and serial communications
from the transmitter to the receiver,
connect a ber optic cable to the Optical 1
LC connector.

Connect the free end of this ber optic
cable to the Optical 1 connector on the
FOX 500 Rx receiver

(item r on gure 2-7)

or to any other compatible Extron FOX 500

.

device

Optical 2 (optional) — For all one-way
serial communications from the receiver
to the transmitter, connect a ber optic
cable to the Optical 2 LC connector.

Connect the free end of this ber optic
cable to the Optical 2 connector on the
FOX 500 Rx receiver

or to any other compatible Extron FOX 500
device

Link 1 and Link 2 LEDs — When lit, the link is active (light
is received).

AC power connector — Plug a standard IEC power cord

k

into this connector to connect the transmitter to a 100 VAC to
240 VAC, 50 or 60 Hz power source.

(item r on gure 2-7)

.

Receiver rear panel connections

All connectors except the Conguration port are on the rear
panel (gure 2-7).

Figure 2-7 — FOX 500 Rx receiver’s connectors

RGB Outputs connectors (FOX 500 [RGB] only) —

l

N

BNC connectors — Connect

an RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB,
or RsGsBs video display
to these BNC connectors.
Connect the cables as shown
at right.

15-pin HD connector —

Connect an analog
VGA - UXGA RGB video
display to this 15-pin HD
female connector.

N

Both video

outputs are active.

You can set the

receiver to output
the desired video
format, RGBHV,
RGBS, or RGsB.
RGBHV is the
default. Se

e "Format submenu" in "Output

Configuration menu" in chapter 3, "Operation".