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FOX AEX 108

Eight Input Fiber Optic Audio Extractor

User Guide

Fiber Optic Audio Extractor

68-2060-01 Rev. A

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Safety Instructions • English

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Warning

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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.

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Precaucion

Leer las instrucciones • Leer y analizar todas las instrucciones de operación y seguridad, antes de usar el

equipo.

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recomendados por el fabricante, ya que podrian implicar riesgos.

安全须知 • 中文

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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。

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 calicado. 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.

警告

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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

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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.

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.

NOTE: This unit was tested with shielded cables on the peripheral devices. Shielded cables must be used with

the unit to ensure compliance with FCC emissions limits.

For more information on safety guidelines, regulatory compliances, EMI/EMF compliance, accessibility, and

Introduction

This section contains information about this guide and the Extron FOX AEX 108 fiber optic

audio extractors. Topics in this section include:

• About This Guide

• About the FOX AEX 108

• Features

• Application Diagrams

About This Guide

This guide contains information about the two models of the Extron FOX AEX 108 fiber optic audio extractors. The FOX AEX 108 is available in two transmission modes:

• FOX AEX 108 SM — 8-input singlemode audio extractor, containing 1310 nm SFP

modules.

• FOX AEX 108 MM — 8-input multimode audio extractor, containing 850 nm SFP

modules.

In this guide, the term “FOX AEX 108” refers to either FOX AEX 108 singlemode or FOX AEX 108 multimode models.

NOTE: A color-coded sticker on the rear panel identifies the type of SFP module:

orange for multimode and yellow for singlemode.

About the FOX AEX 108

The FOX AEX 108 is an eight input fiber audio extraction product that extracts local audio in

a fiber matrix application. It can be installed on the output side of the fiber matrix.

NOTES: • The multimode and singlemode FOX AEX 108 audio extractors are physically

and functionally identical with the exception of the effective range of transmission.

• The FOX AEX 108 audio extractor is compatible with all FOX products with the

exception of the FOX 3G HD-SDI transmitter and receiver products.

• The FOX AEX 108 MM and the FOX AEX 108 SM are not compatible.

1FOX AEX 108 • Introduction

Features

Local audio outputs — Local audio outputs for up to eight FOX Series fiber optic signals, extracting analog stereo audio for independent processing and routing

Inputs — Eight fiber optic LC connectors with buffered Loop-throughs Outputs — Eight 5-pole captive screw connectors for balanced or unbalanced analog stereo

audio

Simultaneous audio extraction ports — Each port accepts signals from a FOX Series fiber

optic product to provide local analog stereo audio output, and retransmits the fiber optic signal at the original power level.

Buffered input loop-throughs — Full transmitter power on each output maximizes distance capabilities by ensuring full availability of optical loss budget.

Balanced or unbalanced analog audio outputs — Provide balanced or unabalanced stereo audio on captive screw output connectors for integration with audio processing and distribution equipment.

Output reclocking — Reshapes and restores timing of the digital signal. Multimode and singlemode availability — Available as an 850 nm multimode model

for moderate-range transmissions and a 1310 nm singlemode model for extreme distances

up to 30 km (18.75 miles). A FOX AEX 108, connected between a FOX Series transmitter

and receiver, effectively doubles the overall transmission distance capability. For singlemode applications, signals can be sent up to 60 km (37.5 miles) from a transmitter to a receiver via

the FOX AEX 108.

Reliable physical connectivity — Industry standard LC connectors provide reliable physical connectivity and precise fiber core alignment.

Real-time status LED indicators — Front and rear panel LEDs verify signal presence, link

status, and power for troubleshooting and monitoring.

Compatibility with the following Extron FOX series:

• Matrix switchers — Provides a convenient location for audio extraction in a matrix

switching environment for signal distribution systems up to 1000x1000 and larger. Each

port includes an input with a loop-through, enabling in-line installation without using valuable dedicated switching resources or a matrix switcher slot.

• Distribution amplifiers —Supports virtually any fiber optic switching and distribution

environment for maximum design flexibility.

• HDMI, DVI Plus, DVI, VGA, VGA/YUV, and AV transmitters and receivers —

Provides audio extraction for a wide variety of sources and displays.

NOTES: • The FOX AEX 108 is not compatible with the FOX 3G HD-SDI extender or the

FOX 3G DVC signal converter.

• Transmission of HDMI video with HDCP content requires two fibers.

Rack-mountable — Compact 1U half-rack width metal enclosure enables up to 16 extraction ports in a 1U rack space.

Internal universal power supply — The 100-240 VAC, 50 or 60 Hz, international power

supply provides worldwide power compatibility.

Input Data Rate Selection — A recessed toggle switch on the front panel allows for

selectable input data rates. The FOX AEX 108 can be set to 2G or 4G rates. These selectable

rates apply to all inputs; they are not for individual inputs.

FOX AEX 108 • Introduction 2

Application Diagrams

Extron

The FOX AEX 108 can be used anywhere local audio-only outputs are required: before a FOX matrix switcher for independent processing of source audio signals by a DSP processor

or after a FOX matrix switcher for routing to audio amplifiers or a DSP processor. Each audio

extraction point works independently. The following are examples of typical integrations of

the FOX AEX 108 in fiber optic systems.

NOTES: • The extraction points in all three applications work independently.

Point-to-point Application

In systems without a fiber matrix switcher, the FOX AEX 108 can be incorporated between

the fiber transceiver and the fiber receiver (see figure 1).

Extron XPA 1002

Power Amplier

Extron DMP 64

Digital Matrix Processor

Extron FOXBOX SR HDMI

Fiber Optic Scaling Receiver

• Transmission of HDMI video with HDCP content requires two fibers.

SI 28

Surfacemount

XPA 1002

2 OUTPUT 1

CLASS 2 WIRING

REMOTE

50 mA

10V

VOL/MUTE

INPUTS

STANDBY

LEVEL

LIMITER/ PROTECT SIGNAL

100-240V 1.3A, 50-60Hz

DMP 64

RS-232(1)

RESET

LAN

I/O

TxRx

RS-232(2)

12 3

45 6

TxRx

U T

MIC/LINE INPUTS

MIC

+48V

POWER

12V

1.5A MAX

Speakers

Microphone

Extron FOX AEX 108

Eight Port Fiber Optic Audio Extractor

AUDIO

+ -

AUDIO

+ -

AUDIO

+ -

AUDIO

+ -

50/60 Hz

100-240V ~

-- A

AUDIO

+ -

AUDIO

+ -

REMOTE RS-232

ALARM

RS-232

Tx Rx

OVER FIBER

AUDIO

OUTPUTS

Tx Rx 1 2

HDMI

HDMI AUDIO

OFF

FOX SR HDMI

LINK

POWER

OPTICAL

12V

1.0A MAX

Extron FOXBOX Tx HDMI

Fiber Optic Transmitter

LINK

ALARM

OPTICAL

RS-232

OVER FIBER

1 2

FOXBOX Tx HDMI

Tx Rx

POWER

AUDIO INPUT

12V

1.0A MAX

HDMI

Flat Panel Display

Blu-ray Player

Figure 1. Typical Point-to-point FOX AEX 108 Application Diagram

FOX AEX 108 • Introduction 3

Before a Fiber Matrix Application

The FOX AEX 108 can be placed before a fiber matrix switcher for independent processing

of source audio signals by a DSP processor (see figure 2).

Blu-ray Player

STANDBY/ON

Laptop

DVD Player

Extron FOXBOX Tx HDMI

Fiber Optic Transmitter

PQLS HDMI OPEN/CLOSE FL OFF

USB

Extron FOXBOX Tx DVI Plus

Fiber Optic Transmitter

Extron FOXBOX Tx VG A/YUV

Fiber Optic Transmitter

Extron FOX AEX 108

Eight Port Fiber Optic Audio Extractor

EDID MINDER

AUDIO

HDCP

HDMI

CONFIG

POWER

FOXBOX Tx HDMI

12V

1.0A MAX

AUDIO INPUT

HDMI

DVI

OVER

TEMP

AUDIO

CONFIG

FOXBOX Tx DVI Plus

POWER 12V

DVI-D INPUT

1.0A MAX

FOXBOX Tx DVI Plus

RGB/

YUV

OVER

TEMP

AUDIO

CONFIG

FOXBOX Tx VGA/YUV

POWER

RGB/YUV INPUT

12V

1.0A MAX

FOXBOX Tx VGA/YUV

Extron XPA 1002

Power Amplier

100-240V ~ 0.3A Max.

AUDIO

Rx1Tx

Rx2Tx

50/60 Hz

HDMI LOOP THRU

50Hz

DIGITAL

AUDIO

1 2

ANALOG

60Hz

FOXBOX Tx HDMI

RxTx

RS-232

OVER FIBER

ALARM

LINK

Tx Rx G1 2

OPTICAL

LINK

OPTICAL

RS-232

AUDIO

ALARM

OVER FIBER

Tx Rx G1 2

LINK

OPTICAL

RS-232

AUDIO

ALARM

OVER FIBER

Tx Rx G1 2

Rx3Tx

Rx4Tx

Rx5Tx

ANAHEIM, CA

REMOTE

RS-232/RS-422

LAN

ACT LINK

Extron FOX Matrix 3200

Modular Fiber Optic Matrix Switcher

AUDIO

REFERENCE

Rx6Tx

Rx7Tx

Rx8Tx

OUT

1 - 8

OUT

9 - 16

OUT

17 - 24

OUT

25 - 32

100-240V 50/60Hz 1.2A MAX.

RESET

BI-LEVEL

DISCONNECT BOTH POWER

CORDS BEFORE SERVICING TRI-LEVEL SWITCH

100-240V 50/60Hz 1.2A MAX.

OUT

PRIMARY POWER SUPPLY

REDUNDANT

PRIMARY

100-240V 1.3A, 50-60Hz

POWER

12V

1.5A MAX

OUT

LIMITER/ PROTECT

SIGNAL

REDUNDANT POWER SUPPLY

LEVEL

0 0

MIC/LINE INPUTS

MIC +48V

251

OUT

XPA 1002

CLASS 2 WIRING

OUTPUT

INPUTS

REMOTE

10V50 mA

VOL/MUTE

STANDBY

RS-232(1)

I/O

TxRx G

123

456

RS-232(2)

TxRx G

Extron DMP 64

Digital Matrix Processor

DMP 64

LAN

RESET

POWER 12V

1.0 A MAX

LINK

OPTICAL

Extron FOXBOX SR HDMI

Fiber Optic Scaling Receiver

POWER 12V

1.0 A MAX

LINK

OPTICAL

Extron FOXBOX SR HDMI

Fiber Optic Scaling Receiver

POWER 12V

1.0 A MAX

LINK

OPTICAL

Extron FOXBOX SR HDMI

Fiber Optic Scaling Receiver

O U T P

U T S

Figure 2. Typical FOX AEX 108 before a Fiber Matrix Application Diagram

RxTx

LINK

FOXBOX SR HDMI

RxTx

LINK

FOXBOX SR HDMI

RxTx

LINK

FOXBOX SR HDMI

Extron SI 28

Surface-mount Speakers

OUTPUTS

HDMI AUDIO

AUDIO

OFF

HDMI

OUTPUTS

HDMI AUDIO

AUDIO

OFF

HDMI

OUTPUTS

HDMI AUDIO

AUDIO

OFF

HDMI

Display

RS-232

OVER FIBER

Tx Rx G

Projector

RS-232

OVER FIBER

Tx Rx G1 2

Display

RS-232

OVER FIBER

Tx Rx G1 2

REMOTE RS-232

ALARM

1 2

Tx Rx G

REMOTE

RS-232

ALARM

Tx Rx G

REMOTE

RS-232

ALARM

Tx Rx G

FOX AEX 108 • Introduction 4

After a Fiber Matrix Application

100-240V ~ 50/60 Hz

-- A

AUDIO

Rx1Tx

AUDIO

Rx2Tx

AUDIO

Rx3Tx

AUDIO

Rx4Tx

AUDIO

Rx5Tx

AUDIO

Rx6Tx

AUDIO

Rx7Tx

AUDIO

Rx8Tx

POWER

12V

1.5A MAX

RESET

LAN

251

MIC/LINE INPUTS

O U T P U T S

TxRx

RS-232(1)

I/O

MIC +48V

TxRx

RS-232(2)

456

123

DMP 64

100-240V 1.3A, 50-60Hz

CLASS 2 WIRING

XPA 1002

LEVEL

2 LIMITER/ PROTECT

SIGNAL

INPUTS

OUTPUT

REMOTE

0 0

10V50 mA

VOL/MUTE

STANDBY

FOXBOX SR HDMI

LINK

OPTICAL

RxTx

HDMI

AUDIO

OUTPUTS

REMOTE RS-232

Tx Rx

RS-232

OVER FIBER

ALARM

Tx Rx 1 2

POWER 12V

1.0 A MAX

OFF

HDMI AUDIO

FOXBOX SR HDMI

LINK

OPTICAL

RxTx

HDMI

AUDIO

OUTPUTS

REMOTE RS-232

Tx Rx

RS-232

OVER FIBER

ALARM

Tx Rx 1 2

POWER 12V

1.0 A MAX

OFF

HDMI AUDIO

FOXBOX SR HDMI

LINK

OPTICAL

RxTx

HDMI

AUDIO

OUTPUTS

REMOTE RS-232

Tx Rx

RS-232

OVER FIBER

ALARM

Tx Rx 1 2

POWER 12V

1.0 A MAX

OFF

HDMI AUDIO

12V

1.0A MAX

POWER

FOXBOX Tx HDMI

AUDIO INPUT

RS-232

OVER FIBER

ALARM

Tx Rx 1 2

HDMI

LINK

OPTICAL

RxTx

LINK

FOXBOX Tx HDMI

AUDIO

HDCP

HDMI

CONFIG

HDMI LOOP THRU

EDID MINDER

50Hz

AUDIO

DIGITAL

ANALOG60Hz

1 2

FOXBOX Tx DVI Plus

DVI

OVER

TEMP

AUDIO

CONFIG

OPTICAL

LINK

AUDIO

DVI-D INPUT

FOXBOX Tx DVI Plus

RS-232

OVER FIBER

ALARM

Tx Rx 1 2

12V

1.0A MAX

POWER

AUDIO

RGB/YUV INPUT

FOXBOX Tx VGA/YUV

RS-232

OVER FIBER

ALARM

Tx Rx 1 2

12V

1.0A MAX

POWER

FOXBOX Tx VGA/YUV

RGB/

YUV

OVER

TEMP

AUDIO

CONFIG

OPTICAL

LINK

ANAHEIM, CA

RESET

REMOTE

RS-232/RS-422

LAN

BI-LEVEL

TRI-LEVEL

ACT LINK

100-240V 50/60Hz 1.2A MAX.

REDUNDANT

PRIMARY

DISCONNECT BOTH POWER

CORDS BEFORE SERVICING

SWITCH

REFERENCE

PRIMARY POWER SUPPLY

REDUNDANT POWER SUPPLY

1 - 8

9 - 16

17 - 24

25 - 32

OUT

STANDBY/ON

PQLS HDMI OPEN/CLOSEFL OFF

USB

Extron XPA 1002

Power Amplier

Extron SI 28

Surface-mount Speakers

Extron DMP 64

Digital Matrix Processor

Extron FOX AEX 108

Eight Port Fiber Optic Audio Extractor

Extron FOXBOX Tx VGA/YUV

Fiber Optic Transmitter

Extron FOXBOX Tx DVI Plus

Fiber Optic Transmitte r

Blu-ray Player

Display

Projector

Laptop

DVD Player

Extron FOXBOX Tx HDMI

Fiber Optic Transmitter

Extron FOX Matrix 3200

Modular Fiber Optic Matrix Switcher

Extron FOXBOX SR HDMI

Fiber Optic Scaling Receiver

Extron FOXBOX SR HDMI

Fiber Optic Scaling Receiver

Extron FOXBOX SR HDMI

Fiber Optic Scaling Receiver

The FOX AEX 108 can also be placed after a FOX matrix switcher for routing to audio

amplifiers or a DSP processor (see figure 3).

Figure 3. Typical FOX AEX 108 through a Fiber Matrix Application Diagram

FOX AEX 108 • Introduction 5

Installation and

AUDIO

100-240V ~ 0.3A Max.

50/60 Hz

Operation

This section provides cabling and operating information for the FOX AEX 108. Topics in this

section include:

• Rear Panel Features

• Front Panel Features

• System Operation

Rear Panel Features

100-240V ~ 0.3A Max.

50/60 Hz

AUDIO

Rx1Tx

AUDIO

Rx2Tx

AUDIO

Rx3Tx

AUDIO

Rx4Tx

AUDIO

Rx5Tx

AUDIO

Rx6Tx

AUDIO

Rx7Tx

Figure 4. FOX AEX 108 Rear Panel

AC power connector — Plug a standard IEC power cord into the connector to

connect the FOX AEX 108 to a 120 V or 240 VAC, 50 or 60 Hz power source.

Fiber optic connectors — One dual port LC SFP module for fiber Tx or Rx

transmission with two LEDs for fiber link status.

WARNING: These units output continuous invisible light, which may be harmful

to the eyes; use with caution. For additional safety, plug the attached dust caps into the optical transceivers when the ﬁber cable is unplugged.

Tx connector — Connect a fiber optic cable to the Tx LC connector and

Rx port of a FOX receiver.

Rx connector — Connect a fiber optic cable to the fiber output (OUT) of

the matrix to the Rx of an extraction point.

AUDIO

Rx8Tx

Tx and Rx indicator LEDs — The optical Tx and Rx LED lights indicate fiber

light presence. The Rx LED lights when the Rx device receives light from fiber 1. The Tx LED lights as soon as there is light presence on the Rx LED.

Audio connectors — Insert a 3.5 mm, 5-pole captive screw audio

connector for each extraction point.

AUDIO

6FOX AEX 108 • Installation and Operation

Wiring the Audio Connectors

Slee

AUDIO SIGNAL

Connect a 3.5 mm, 5-pole captive screw audio connectors for stereo audio output. This

output is unamplified line level audio. Wire the connector as show in figure 2.

Tip

Ring

ves Tip

Ring

Balanced Audio Output

Figure 5. Captive Screw Connector Wiring for Audio Signals

Front Panel Features

Sleeves

No Ground Here

Tip

No Ground Here

Unbalanced Audio Output

Do not tin the wires!

AUDIO SIGNAL

INPUT DATA RATE

2.125G

4.25G

FOX AEX 108

FIBER AUDIO EXTRACTOR

abc

Figure 6. Front Panel Features

Power LED indicator — Lights when power is applied.

Audio Signal LED indicators — Each indicator lights when an audio

signal above –35 dBV is detected on the associated fiber input. The LED

lights immediately when the signal goes above that threshold, but turns off after the audio signal level remains below the threshold for 10 seconds.

Recessed toggle switch — A recessed toggle switch that selects the

input reclocking to maintain signal integrity on all inputs. Selects between

2G and 4G input data rates.

NOTE: The default switch position is down (4G).

INPUT DATA RATE

2.125G

4.25G

FOX AEX 108 • Installation and Operation 7

System Operation

Wiring Configurations

The FOX AEX 108 can be used anywhere local audio-only outputs are required. The following instructions describe integrating the FOX AEX 108 after a FOX matrix switcher for

routing to audio amplifiers or a DSP processor. It can also be incorporated before a FOX matrix switcher for independent processing of source audio signals by a DSP processor (see Application Diagrams on page 3 for other potential applications). Each audio extraction point works independently.

NOTE: Transmission of HDMI video with HDCP content requires two fibers.

1. Connect the fiber output (OUT) of the matrix switcher to the Rx port of an extraction

2. Connect the Tx port of the same extraction point to the FOX receiver (Rx).

3. Connect the Tx port of the FOX receiver back into the Rx port on the matrix switcher.

4. Connect local 2-ch audio output to the Audio connector of the extraction point.

After the FOX AEX 108 and all connected devices are powered up, the system is fully

operational.

CAUTION: The front panel LEDs will blink repeatedly if multimode and singlemode SFP

point on the FOX AEX 108.

modules are mixed in the system or if the wrong part number is assigned. The unit does not work properly until the correct SFP module is paired with the correct model.

NOTE: Upon startup, all Audio Signal LEDs blink together to identify SFP module. The

LEDs blink once for multimode and twice for singlemode. Afterwards, the LEDs

return to their normal signal presence indication.

If any problems are encountered, ensure all traditional and fiber cables are routed and connected properly.

TIP: If problems persist, call the Extron S3 Sales and Technical Support Hotline (see the

Contact Information on the last page for contact numbers).

Changing the Input Data Rate

Use the recessed toggle switch on the front panel to select between 2G and 4G input data rates. Cycle power to the FOX AEX 108 after changing between 2G and 4G.

NOTE: Selectable rates apply to all extraction points. They are not for individual inputs.

CAUTION: Ensure all fiber extenders within the system are compatible with the selected

input data rate.

FOX AEX 108 • Installation and Operation 8

Reference Information

This section provides supplementary information about the FOX AEX 108 and related products. Topics in this section include:

• Specifications

• Part Numbers

• Mounting

Specifications

NOTES: • Analog audio signals are digitized in a fiber optic transmitter, sent through the fiber calbe to the matrix

switcher, then the PowerCage FOX AEX 104, and converted back to analog audio in the PowerCage FOX AEX 104 or the receiver.

•These units are class 1 laser products. They meet the safety regulations of IEC-60825, FDA 21 CFR

1040.10, and FDA 21 CFR 1040.11.

•The PowerCage FOX AEX 104 is not compatible with the FOX 3G HD-SDI extender or the FOX 3G DVC

signal converter.

Optical ﬁber interconnection between transmitter or ﬁber matrix switcher and receiver

Number/type .................................. 2 fibers per extraction point

Connectors .................................... 16 LC connectors

Operating distance

Singlemode ............................. 30 km (18.75 miles) with singlemode (SM) cables with a SM unit

Multimode ............................... 300 m (985') with 62.5 µm OM1 multimode (MM) cables with a MM unit

1 km (3280') with 50 µm OM2 multimode (MM) cables with a MM unit 2 km (6561') with 50 µm OM3/OM4 2000 MHz bandwidth laser optimized multimode cable with a MM unit

NOTE: Operating distance is approximate. These are typical maximum distances that may vary depending on

factors such as fiber type, fiber bandwidth, connector splicing, losses, modal or chromatic dispersion, environmental factors, and kinks.

Nominal peak wavelength .............. 850 nm for MM units, 1310 nm for SM units

Data rate ........................................ 4.25 Gbps or 2.125 Gbps, selectable

Transmission power

Singlemode ............................. -5 dBm, typical

Multimode ............................... -5 dBm, typical

Maximum receiver sensitivity

Singlemode ............................. -18 dBm, typical

Multimode ............................... -12 dBm, typical

Optical loss budget

Singlemode ............................. 13 dB, maximum

Multimode ............................... 7 dB, maximum

9FOX AEX 108 • Reference Information

Audio

Gain

Default

.................................... Unbalanced: -6 dB

Balanced: 0 dB

Frequency response ................. 20 Hz to 20 kHz, ±0.5 dB

THD + Noise ............................ 0.10% @ 1 kHz at nominal level

S/N .......................................... >80 dB at maximum output (unweighted)

Audio bits per sample .............. 18 bits per channel, 2 channels (L, R)

Sampling rate .......................... 48 kHz

Audio input — See the transmitter speciﬁcations

Audio output

Number/signal type ........................ 8 balanced/unbalanced stereo or 16 balanced/unbalanced mono

Connectors .................................... (8) 3.5 mm captive screw connectors, 5 pole

Impedance ..................................... 50 ohms unbalanced, 100 ohms balanced

Nominal level ................................. +4 dBu (1.23 Vrms), -10 dBV (316 mVrms)

Maximum level ............................... >+11 dBu, balanced at 1% THD+N

Audio Delay ................................... 1.5 frames

NOTE: 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms, 0 dBV = 1 Vrms, 0 dBV ≈ 2 dBu

General

Power ............................................ Internal

Input: 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz

Temperature/humidity .................... Storage: -40 to +158 °F (-40 to +70 °C) / 10% to 90%, noncondensing

Operating: +32 to +122 °F (0 to +50 °C) / 10% to 90%, noncondensing

Cooling .......................................... Convection, vents on top and side panels

Thermal dissipation

240 VAC, 50 Hz ....................... 47.2 BTU/hr

Mounting

Rack mount ............................. Yes, with optional rack shelf

Furniture mount ...................... Yes, with optional under desk mounting kit

Enclosure type ................................ Metal

Enclosure dimensions ..................... 1.7" H x 8.7" W x 6.0" D (1U high, half rack wide)

(4.3 cm H x 22.1 cm W x 15.2 cm D)

(Depth excludes connectors.)

Product weight ............................... 2.3 lbs (1.0 kg)

Shipping weight ............................. 4 lbs (2 kg)

Vibration ........................................ ISTA 1A in carton (International Safe Transit Association)

Regulatory compliance

Safety ...................................... CE, c-UL, FDA Class 1, UL

EMI/EMC ................................. CE, C-tick, FCC Class A, ICES, VCCI

MTBF ............................................. 30,000 hours

Warranty ........................................ 3 years parts and labor

NOTE: • All nominal levels are at ±10%.

• Specifications are subject to change without notice.

8.0-033012-D3

FOX AEX 108 • Reference Information 10

Part Numbers

FOX AEX 108 Enclosures

Included Parts

Optional Accessories

Models Part Number

FOX AEX 108 Multimode 60-1227-01 FOX AEX 108 Singlemode 60-1227-02

Included Parts Part Number

IEC Cord Setup Guide 68-2060-50

3.5 mm, 5-pole captive screw audio connector

SFP Module (multimode or singlemode)

10' LC-LC male-to-male MM duplex patch cord

Accessories Part Number

RSU 129 9.5" 1U Universal Rack Shelf Kit 60-190-01 RSU 129 9.5" 1U Basic Rack Shelf Kit 60-604-01

Fiber cable assemblies

MHR Mini High Resolution Cable Part Number

4LC MM LC to LC Multimode Fiber Optic Cable Assemblies

2LC OM4 MM P LC to LC Laser-Optimized Multimode

Fiber Optic Cable Assemblies — Plenum

2LC SM P LC to LC Bend-Insensitive Singlemode Fiber

Optic Cable Assemblies — Plenum

26-652-nn

26-671-nn

26-670-nn

Bulk fiber cable and termination tools

RG6 Super High Resolution Cable Part Number

OM4 MM P/2K Plenum 2 km (6,562 foot) Spool

SM P/2K Plenum 2 km (6,562 foot) Spool

Fiber Optic Termination Kit 100-656-01

QLC MM/10 Multimode, qty. 10

QLC SM/10 Singlemode, qty. 10

22-225-02

22-223-02

101-018-01

101-017-01

FOX AEX 108 • Reference Information 11

Mounting

CAUTION: Ensure all fiber extenders within the system are compatible with the selected

input data rate.

The 1U high, half-rack width unit can be placed on a tabletop or mounted on a rack shelf. Use the following rack shelf kits to mount the FOX AEX 108 in a rack.

• RSU 129 — 9.5 inches 1U universal rack shelf kit (part number 60-190-01).

• RSB 129 — 9.5 inches 1U basic rack shelf (part number 60-604-01).

Mount the FOX AEX 108 in accordance with the instructions provided with the mounting

kit.

UL Guidelines for Rack Mounting

The following Underwriters Laboratory (UL) guidelines pertain to the installation of the FOX AEX 108 in a rack.

1. Elevated operating ambient temperature — If the equipment is installed in a closed

or multi-unit rack assembly, the operating ambient temperature of the rack environment

may be greater than the room ambient temperature. Therefore, install the FOX AEX 108

in an environment compatible with the maximum ambient temperature specified by

Extron.

2. Reduced air flow — Install the equipment in a rack so that the amount of air flow

required for safe operation of the equipment is no compromised.

3. Mechanical loading — Mount the equipment in the rack so that a hazardous condition

is not achieved due to uneven mechanical loading.

4. Circuit overloading — Connect the equipment to the supply circuit and consider the

effect that circuit overloading might have an overcurrent protection and supply wiring.

Use appropriate consideration of equipment nameplate ratings when addressing this

concern.

5. Reliable earthing (grounding) — Maintain reliable grounding of rack-mounted

equipment. Pay particular attention to supply connections other than direct connections to the branch circuit (for example, use of power strips).

FOX AEX 108 • Reference Information 12

Extron 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 Electronics 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

Japan:

Extron Electronics, 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

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 modiﬁcations were made to the product that were not

authorized by Extron.

NOTE: If a product is defective, please call Extron and ask for an Application Engineer to receive an RA (Return

Authorization) number. This will begin the repair process.

USA: 714.491.1500 Europe: 31.33.453.4040 Asia: 65.6383.4400 Japan: 81.3.3511.7655

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 tness for any particular use. In no event will Extron Electronics be liable for direct, indirect, or consequential damages resulting from any defect in this product even if Extron Electronics has been

advised of such damage.

Please note that laws vary from state to state and country to country, and that some provisions of this warranty may not apply to you.

Extron Headquarters

+1.800.633.9876 (Inside USA/Canada Only) Extron USA - West Extron USA - East

+1.714.491.1500 +1.919.850.1000 +1.714.491.1517 FAX +1.919.850.1001 FAX

Extron Europe

+800.3987.6673 (Inside Europe Only)

+31.33.453.4040 +31.33.453.4050 FAX

Extron Asia

+800.7339.8766 (Inside Asia Only)

+65.6383.4400 +65.6383.4664 FAX

Extron Japan

+81.3.3511.7655 +81.3.3511.7656 FAX

Extron China

+4000.398766 Inside China Only

+86.21.3760.1568 +86.21.3760.1566 FAX

Extron Middle East

+971.4.2991800 +971.4.2991880 FAX

Extron Korea

+82.2.3444.1571 +82.2.3444.1575 FAX

Extron India

1800.3070.3777 Inside India Only

+91.80.3055.3777 +91.80.3055.3737 FAX

Extron Electronics FOX AEX 108 User Manual [en, de, es, fr]

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Contents

Introduction

About This Guide

About the FOX AEX 108

Features

Application Diagrams

Point-to-point Application

Before a Fiber Matrix Application

After a Fiber Matrix Application

Rear Panel Features

Wiring the Audio Connectors

Front Panel Features

System Operation

Wiring Configurations

Changing the Input Data Rate

Reference Information

Specifications

Part Numbers

FOX AEX 108 Enclosures

Included Parts

Optional Accessories

Mounting

UL Guidelines for Rack Mounting

Extron Warranty