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

User’s Manual

FOX 500 Tx / Rx (Analog RGB Video)

FOX 500 DVI Tx / Rx (Digital Video)

High Resolution Fiber Optic Transmitters and Receivers

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Precautions

Safety Instructions • English

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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.

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 userserviceable 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.

Consignes de Sécurité • Français

Ce symbole sert à avertir l’utilisateur que la documentation fournie avec le matériel contient des instructionsimportantesconcernantl’exploitationet la maintenance (réparation).

Ce symbole sert à avertir l’utilisateur de la présence dansleboîtierdel’appareilde  tensionsdangereuses 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 fixation • Ne pas utiliser de pièces de fixation ni d’outils non recommandés par le fabricant du matériel car cela risquerait de poser certains dangers.

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 réparationmaintenance 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 orifices • 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.

Sicherheitsanleitungen • Deutsch

Dieses Symbol soll dem Benutzer in der im Lieferumfang enthaltenen Dokumentation besonders wichtige Hinweise zur Bedienung und Wartung (Instandhaltung) geben.

DiesesSymbolsolldenBenutzerdaraufaufmerksam machen, daß im Inneren des Gehäuses dieses ProduktesgefährlicheSpannungen,dienichtisoliert 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 utiliza para advertir al usuario sobre instrucciones importantes de operación y mantenimiento (o cambio de partes) que se desean destacar en el contenido de la documentación 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.

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 daraufoder unmittelbar dagegengestellt werden können.

Wartung • Alle Wartungsmaßnahmen sollten nur von qualifiziertem 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 empfindlichen 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,	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, Songjiang
	Hanzeboulevard 10	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 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.

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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 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.

NThis 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 Configuration 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 Configuration menu..................................................	3-6
Audio Configuration menu....................................................	3-7
Memory Presets menu............................................................	3-8
Advanced Configuration menu..............................................	3-9
Exit menu...............................................................................	3-11
System reset..........................................................................	3-12
Front panel security lockout (executive mode)..................	3-12

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Table of Contents, cont'd

	Chapter Four • Remote Control............................................	4-1	FOX 500 Tx/Rx
	Rear Panel Remote RS-232 Ports	4-2
	Front Panel Configuration Port.............................................	4-3
	Simple Instruction Set Control...............................................	4-3
	Host-to-interface communications........................................	4-3
	Symbol definitions..................................................................	4-3
	Unit-initiated messages.........................................................	4-5
	Error responses.......................................................................	4-7
	Timeout...................................................................................	4-7
	Using the command/response table.....................................	4-7
	Command/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 Configuration area...................................................	4-21
	Advanced Configuration area..............................................	4-22
	Audio Adjustment area........................................................	4-23
	Firmware upgrade................................................................	4-25
	Appendix A • Reference Information..............................	A-1
	FOX 500 (RGB\ Specifications.................................................	A-2
	FOX 500 DVI Specifications.....................................................	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

Chapter1One

Introduction

About this Manual

About the FOX 500 Tx/Rx

Features

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Introduction

WThe 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.

About this Manual

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

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

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

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

•FOX 500 DVI Rx receiver — Accepts a proprietary optical 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.

NThe FOX 500 DVI does not support the transmission of signals with High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP).

Local

Monitor

	RS-232	RS-232
		Projector
	FOX
		Control
	Control

FOX 500 Tx

Fiber Optic Transmitter

Up to 30 km (18.75 miles) singlemode fiber

Audio	Extron
	SI 26X

Two-way Ceiling

Speakers

MPA 122

Mini Power Amplifier

Extron

FOX 500 Rx

Fiber Optic Receiver

Display

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

NA 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.

NIn 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.

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FOX 500 Tx/Rx • Introduction

FOX 500 Tx/Rx • Introduction

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Introduction, cont’d

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 fiber optic cable to the receiver. An optional return (receiver- to-transmitter) stream of serial RS-232 communications, such as projector responses, requires a second fiber 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 fiber optic cable is installed), the receiver outputs a proprietary serial communication signal to the transmitter on the second fiber 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 fiber 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 fiber optic cable, multimode or singlemode, which define the effective range of transmission:

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

(depending on the fiber 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

NThe 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.

NMany 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.

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Introduction, cont’d

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 loopthrough, 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 fiber optic links.

Loss-of-light alarms — The transmitters' and receivers' rear panels have discrete outputs that indicate if either of the fiber 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-and- drop/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 firmware that controls each unit's operation can be upgraded in the field 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 specific 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.

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Introduction, cont’d

Front panel security lockout (Executive mode) on receiver —	FOX 500 Tx/Rx
If a receiver is installed in an open area, where operation
by unauthorized personnel may be a problem, a security	2
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.
	Chapter Two

Installation

Mounting the Unit

Connections

1-8 FOX 500 Tx/Rx • Introduction

Installation

Mounting the Unit

CInstallation and service must be performed by authorized personnel only.

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.

CThe 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.

Tabletop placement

Affix 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 (figure 2-1).

1. Elevated operating ambient temperature — If 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, consider installing the equipment in an environment compatible with the maximum ambient temperature (Tma) of +122 °F (+50 °C) specified by Extron.

2. Reduced air flow — Installation of the equipment in a rack should be such that the amount of air flow required for safe operation of the equipment is not compromised.

3. Mechanical loading — Mounting of the equipment in the rack should be such that a hazardous condition is not achieved due to uneven mechanical loading.

4. Circuit overloading — Consideration should be given to 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) (figure 2-1)

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

1U Universal Rack Shelf

1/2 Rack Width Front False

Faceplate

Front false faceplate

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.

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.

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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 (figure 2-2).

Figure 2-2 — Under-desk mounting the unit

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 (figure 2-2).

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 (figure 2-3). Leave the screws slightly loose.

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 fit by inserting the front of the device through the hole. If necessary, use a rasp or coarse file 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:

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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 Configuration port are on the rear panel (figure 2-4).

FOX 500 Tx	1	2	6	7

100-240V	0.3A					RS-232
50/60 Hz		RGB INPUT		INPUT LOOP THRU
						OVER FIBER
						Tx Rx	NA		OPTICAL
				AUDIO INPUTS					1	2*
								LINK		LINK
				L	R	REMOTE	ALARM
			OR			RS-232
		H/HV		RGB		Tx Rx	1 2		* OPTIONAL FOR
									RETURN DATA

11		8	9	10
FOX 500 DVI Tx			7
100-240V	0.3A		RS-232
50/60	Hz		OVER FIBER

					Tx Rx	NA		OPTICAL
DVI - D INPUT	DDC	LOOP - THRU	AUDIO INPUTS					1	2*
	RESOL						LINK		LINK
					REMOTE
			L	R		ALARM
					RS-232
					Tx Rx	1 2		* OPTIONAL FOR
								RETURN DATA

	11	3	4
	Figure 2-4 — FOX 500 Tx
	transmitter’s connectors
	N Connect an active
		input to only the
		BNC connectors
		or the 15-pin HD
		connector, not
		both.
A	RGB Input connectors
	(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.

5

6

8

9

10

RGBHV

RGBS

RGsB,

RsGsBs

H/HV

	15-pin HD connector — Connect an analog VGA - UXGA RGB
	video source to this 15-pin HD female connector.
B	Buffered Loop-through connector (FOX 500 [RGB] only) —
	If desired, connect a local monitor to this 15-pin HD connector.
C	DVI-I Input connector (FOX 500 DVI only) — Connect a single
	link of DVI-D to this DVI-I connector. See "DVI connector
	(FOX 500 DVI)" on page 2-15 for pin assignments.
	N The FOX 500 DVI accepts only the digital signals on
	the DVI-I Input connector. The analog pins on the
	port are not connected.
D	DDC Resol (ution) rotary switch (FOX 500 DVI only) — Set
	this switch to one of the positions below to select the source of
	the DDC or a specific 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 identifies 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.

	Source or
Pos.	Resolution	Pos.	Resolution	Pos.	Resolution
0	Local monitor	6	1280 x 1024	C	576p
1	RS-232/menu	7	1365 x 768	D	720p
2	1920 x 1200	8	1366 x 768	E	1080i
3	800 x 600	9	1400 x 1050	F	1080p
4	1024 x 768	A	1600 x 1200
5	1280 x 768	B	480p

E	Buffered Loop-through connector (FOX 500 DVI only) —
	If desired, connect a local monitor to this DVI-I connector.
	See "DVI connector (FOX 500 DVI)" on page 2-15 for pin
	assignments.

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F Audio Input connectors —

NConnect 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 figure 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.

		Tip	Tip	L
		Sleeve	Ring
			Sleeve (s)
		Tip	Tip	R
		Sleeve	Ring
	Do not tin the wires!
		Unbalanced Stereo Input	Balanced Stereo Input

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

NThe 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.

NSee 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.

		Tip (+)
	Tip (+)	Ring (-)
	Sleeve ( )	Sleeve ( )
	RCA Connector	3.5 mm Stereo Plug Connector
		(balanced)

Figure 2-6 — Typical audio connectors

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

G	RS-232 Over Fiber port — If you want the	RS-232
		OVER FIBER
	FOX 500 to pass serial command signals to
	the receiver, for serial control of a projector
		Tx Rx NA
	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.

NIf you connect only one fiber optic cable (item J, 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.

NThe FOX 500 can pass RS-232 commands and responses at rates up to 115200 baud.

H	Remote RS-232 port — For serial control of	REMOTE	ALARM
		RS-232
	the transmitter, connect a host device, such as a
	computer, touch panel control, or RS-232 capable	Tx Rx	1 2
	PDA, 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.

See chapter 4, "Remote Control", for definitions of the SIS commands (serial commands to control the transmitter via this connector).

I	Alarm outputs port — For remote monitoring of	REMOTE	ALARM
		RS-232
	the status of fiber optic link 2, connect a locally-
	constructed or furnished monitoring device
		Tx Rx	1 2
	to the transmitter via two poles of this 5-pole
	captive screw connector. When the transmitter

does not detect a light link on fiber cable Optical 2 (optional), pin 1 and pin 2 of this port are shorted together.

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J Fiber optic connectors and LEDs —

WThese 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.

NEnsure 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.

NOnly 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	OPTICAL
video, audio, and serial communications	1	2*
from the transmitter to the receiver,	LINK	LINK
connect a fiber optic cable to the Optical 1
LC connector.	* OPTIONAL FOR
Connect the free end of this fiber optic	RETURN DATA
cable to the Optical 1 connector on the	Transmitter
FOX 500 Rx receiver (item R on figure 2-7)
or to any other compatible Extron FOX 500	to
device.	Receiver

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

Connect the free end of this fiber optic cable to the Optical 2 connector on the FOX 500 Rx receiver (item R on figure 2-7) or to any other compatible Extron FOX 500 device.

OPTICAL 2* 1

LINK

LINK

*OPTIONAL FOR RETURN DATA

	Link 1 and Link 2 LEDs — When lit, the link is active (light
	is received).
K	AC power connector — Plug a standard IEC power cord
	into this connector to connect the transmitter to a 100 VAC to
	240 VAC, 50 or 60 Hz power source.

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Receiver rear panel connections

All connectors except the Configuration port are on the rear panel (figure 2-7).

FOX 500 Rx	12	14	15
100-240V 0.3A		RS-232	FOX 500 Rx
50/60 Hz	RGB OUTPUTS
		OVER FIBER

Tx Rx	NA	OPTICAL
AUDIO OUTPUTS		2*	1

L	R	REMOTE	ALARM	LINK	LINK
		RS-232

RGB	Tx Rx	1	2	* OPTIONAL FOR
				RETURN DATA

19		16	17 18
FOX 500 DVI Rx	14		15
100-240V 0.3A		OVER FIBER FOX 500 DVI Rx
50/60 Hz
			RS-232

			Tx Rx	NA	OPTICAL
DVI - D OUTPUT	AUDIO OUTPUTS				2*	1
					LINK	LINK
	L	R	REMOTE	ALARM
			RS-232
			Tx Rx	1 2	* OPTIONAL FOR
					RETURN DATA

19 13 16 17 18

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

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

NBoth video outputs are active.

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.

RGBHV

H

RGBS

N You can set the	RGsB
receiver to output
the desired video
format, RGBHV,
RGBS, or RGsB.
RGBHV is the

default. See "Format submenu" in "Output Configuration menu" in chapter 3, "Operation".

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